Past Post is from 1912 showing First Avenue and some information for that year’s Golden Potlatch celebration.
You know, the “free” feast spread for the whole world and its brother.
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| First Ave. Seattle, Washington. The word “Potlatch” is taken from the Chinook Jargon. The Indians’ Potlatch is a great feast given by the chief to all of the tribes round about, whence the guests return to their tepees laden with gifts after a week of almost profligate hospitality. Seattle has expanded the definition to cover its magnificent annual spectacle. “The Golden Potlatch,” which is, in its every feature, a “free” feast spread for the whole world and its brother. Published for Hoff Bros. Co. Seattle, By Edward H Mitchell, S. F. |
When was the last one of those?
The Potlatch is no longer banned and continues to be an important part of our first nations society today.
I have a token from the event in 1912. Were these handed out special or just a comemorative thing to buy? Thanks It is from my Great Great Grandfather
i have had a brass plaque that i have had for over 40yrs. it is about 8″ by 8″ and has the big bug (colored) with blue words of: seattle golden potlatch above the head is 1912 still in the color blue. looks original by the color of the brass. any idea if it is of any value? e-mail me and i can sent you a photo.