Tacoma: Electric City of the Pacific Coast, 1904

"Tacoma: Electric City of the Pacific Coast, 1904" by Louis W. Pratt is a snapshot of a blossoming city, crafted to entice newcomers with promises of prosperity and a comfortable life. Acting as both a guide and an advertisement, this book showcases the allure of Tacoma, Washington, in the early 1900s. The narrative highlights the city’s strategic position as a bustling seaport, blessed with abundant natural resources and a climate conducive to health and industry. The pages describe the city’s exponential population growth and thriving local businesses, from lumber to manufacturing, and boast of Tacoma's modern infrastructure, including railways and electricity. Ultimately, the book projects the image of a dynamic metropolis destined to become the commercial heart of the Pacific Coast.