<p>The Rainier Heat &amp; Power Company was founded in 1912 by William M. Chappell (1867-1921). A successful businessman and gold prospector, he came to Seattle in 1900 to invest in real estate. The Rainier Heat &amp; Power Co. maintained a heating plant and developed buildings in Seattle's International District. Rainier Heat &amp; Power Co. is listed in city directories from 1912 through 1981.
This building, probably located on the corner of South King Street and 5th Avenue South, was built by the Rainier Heat &amp; Power Company. </p>
<p>Businesses in image: London Pool Room; Sunrise Coffee House; Harding Pool Room; Washington Lunch, Restaurant</p>
<ul><li>Subjects (LCTGM): Buildings--Washington (State)--Seattle; Business enterprises--Washington (State)--Seattle; Streets--Washington (State)--Seattle</li></ul>
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