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The Kittredge Family: a Bridge to Northeast Seattle

Posted on November 5, 2015 by Wedgwood in Seattle History

We may define “pioneers” as young people, perhaps single men or young couples, who journey out to unexplored lands to start new lives. The story of Seattle’s growth includes plenty of pioneer stories but not just in Seattle’s first century … Continue reading →

Posted in Neighborhood features | Tagged Balch's office, business district on 35th Ave NE, Neighborhood History, Plat of Brooklyn, Seattle, University Bridge, University District | 2 Comments

Becoming Wedgwood

Posted on January 26, 2012 by Wedgwood in Seattle History

The Wedgwood neighborhood in Seattle was created by a bold and optimistic developer, Albert Balch. On July 31, 1941 Balch filed a plat for forty acres of land from 30th to 35th Avenues NE, NE 80th to 85th Streets, which … Continue reading →

Posted in Balch, boundaries, businesses, name of the neighborhood, Neighborhood features | Tagged 8044 35th Ave NE, 8050 35th Ave NE, Balch's office, Neighborhood History, original Wedgwood plat, Seattle | Leave a comment

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