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Image of George Frederick Frye, Seattle, circa 1888
SHS2814
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George Frederick Frye, Seattle, circa 1888

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Born in Germany, George Frederick Frye came to Seattle in 1853, where he worked with Henry Yesler at his lumber mill. After marrying Louisa Denny in 1860, the couple operated a meat market and bakery, built and invested in real estate, and established the Frye Opera House. They had architects Bebb & Mendel design the 11-story Frye Hotel, which was the best hotel in Seattle at the time.

Caption on image: James & Bushnell.

Typed on verso: George Frederick Frye 1833-1912. Arrived Seattle 1853.

SHS category: Portraits
ID Number: SHS2814
Date: Circa 1888
Creator(s): James & Bushnell, Photographer
Credit: MOHAI, SHS2814
Copyright: All Rights Reserved
Subjects: Washington Territory, European American Settlement

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