Renton

When Was Renton Founded?

September 6, 1901. The town was incorporated on September 6, 1901. Earlier, it had been known as a rough-and-tumble community, due to the heavy industry. In 1885 there were nine saloons and no churches. Incorporation led to a more organized and civilized community, and by 1910 the town had churches, schools, newspapers, and a bank. …

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