Hidden History of Yakima

By:

Ellen Allmendinger

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Paperback / softback

Series:

Hidden History

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Forgotten events, buildings, businesses and people helped shape Yakima. Vice dominated the city's early landscape when it was called North Yakima. Gambling halls and saloons like the Alfalfa Saloon bustled, while hotels such as the Sydney and Empire offered respite. Primitive circuses, underground tunnels, South Front Street opium dens and the arrival of a crossdresser named Nell Pickerell created further strife. City hall's understaffed police force and overcrowded jail complicated matters. Fires in 1890 and 1907 consumed several of the early structures--sometimes twice--keeping firefighters frayed. The Asian community thrived despite racial tensions until the forced evacuation of Japanese residents in 1942. Author Ellen Allmendinger uncovers what remains overlooked and veiled from sight.

Author Biography:

Ellen Allmendinger leads historical walking tours of downtown Yakima, Tahoma Cemetery and other local vicinities covering the history behind the buildings, businesses, events and people. She also assists with historical research for various public and private organizations. As a public speaker, Ellen has given several presentations, as well as served on panels regarding Yakima Valley history for public and private events, conferences, organizations, clubs and community gatherings.

Release date Australia

October 29th, 2018

Author

Ellen Allmendinger

Audience

General (US: Trade)

Pages

126

Series

Hidden History

Dimensions

152x222x13

ISBN-13

9781467138413

Product ID

28438615

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