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Judge Austin Edwards Griffiths

Birth	:	25 Dec 1863 Worcestershire, England
Death	:	2 Jul 1952 Seattle, King County, Washington, USA
Burial	:	Washington Memorial Park, SeaTac, King County, USA
Coordinate	:	47.4550018, -122.2947006
Description	:	Austin Edward Griffiths was born in Worcester, England, in 1863 and was raised by foster parents Philip and Ann Priday, who emigrated to Nebraska in 1872. After graduating from the University of Michigan, Griffiths moved to the Washington Territory in 1889 and began practicing law in Grays Harbor before moving to Seattle in 1897. He married Margaret Ella Montgomery June 30, 1888 in York, York, Nebraska. They had five children. Throughout his adult life, Griffiths was active in public affairs both in Seattle and in Washington State. He served on the Seattle City Council from 1910 to 1913 and 1934... Read More	Austin Edward Griffiths was born in Worcester, England, in 1863 and was raised by foster parents Philip and Ann Priday, who emigrated to Nebraska in 1872. After graduating from the University of Michigan, Griffiths moved to the Washington Territory in 1889 and began practicing law in Grays Harbor before moving to Seattle in 1897. He married Margaret Ella Montgomery June 30, 1888 in York, York, Nebraska. They had five children. Throughout his adult life, Griffiths was active in public affairs both in Seattle and in Washington State. He served on the Seattle City Council from 1910 to 1913 and 1934 to 1937, ran unsuccessfully for mayor in 1913-1914, was appointed chief of police in 1914, served as superior court judge from 1921 to 1929, and was elected twice to the Seattle School Board (1929-1930, 1931-1934). Griffiths's faith in collective programs for social advancement led to his involvement in numerous civic and charitable causes. As founder, in 1908, of the Seattle Playground Association, Griffiths became known as the "Father of Seattle Playgrounds" for his successful efforts to establish parks and recreation centers throughout the city. He subsequently became identified with the National Playground Association and helped popularize the playground movement nationwide. He was an active member of the Seattle Chamber of Commerce, serving as a trustee and member of many committees. Griffiths also held leadership positions in the Young Men's Christian Association, the Seattle Charity Organization Society, and the Cascade Tunnel Association. Griffiths's concern for progressive causes also was reflected in his political activities. An important voice in Progressive Republican affairs in Washington State, he supported Theodore Roosevelt's Bull Moose campaign in 1912 and later joined with Harold Ickes and other Progressive Republicans to lobby for the United States's participation in the League of Nations. In later life, Griffiths was a prolific writer and commentator on national and international affairs, authoring a column entitled "Free Lance" in the Washington Weekly Review. He published several articles on police and reform and was a member of the International Law Association.

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Where is Judge Austin Edwards Griffiths's memorial?
Judge Austin Edwards Griffiths's memorial is located at: Washington Memorial Park, SeaTac, King County, USA.
When did Judge Austin Edwards Griffiths death?
Judge Austin Edwards Griffiths death on 2 Jul 1952 in Seattle, King County, Washington, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Judge Austin Edwards Griffiths's memorial?
Latitude: 47.4550018
Longitude: -122.2947006

Family Members:

Spouse

Margaret Ella Montgomery Griffiths

(1865 - 1944)

Children

Burke Montgomery Griffiths

(1892 - 1935)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Washington Memorial Park
SeaTac, King County, USA
Coordinate: 47.4550018, -122.2947006

2. Riverton Crest Cemetery
Tukwila, King County, USA
Coordinate: 47.4791985, -122.2891998

3. Mess Family Cemetery
Seattle, King County, USA
Coordinate: 47.4350014, -122.2613983

4. Hillgrove Cemetery
SeaTac, King County, USA
Coordinate: 47.4224014, -122.3125992

5. Saint Elizabeth Episcopal Church Columbarium
Burien, King County, USA
Coordinate: 47.4666000, -122.3478000

6. Saint Patrick Catholic Cemetery
Kent, King County, USA
Coordinate: 47.4185982, -122.2791977

7. Seattle Pet Cemetery
Kent, King County, USA
Coordinate: 47.3895430, -122.2851050

8. Pet Haven Cemetery
Kent, King County, USA
Coordinate: 47.3895130, -122.2851660

9. Saar Pioneer Cemetery
Kent, King County, USA
Coordinate: 47.4131012, -122.2182999

10. Mount Olivet Cemetery
Renton, King County, USA
Coordinate: 47.4832993, -122.1864014

11. King County International Airport Memorial
Seattle, King County, USA
Coordinate: 47.5359001, -122.3014984

12. Saint James Episcopal Church Columbarium
Kent, King County, USA
Coordinate: 47.3820000, -122.2160000

13. Greenwood Memorial Park
Renton, King County, USA
Coordinate: 47.4880981, -122.1703033

14. Comet Lodge Cemetery
Seattle, King County, USA
Coordinate: 47.5469370, -122.3051580

15. Hillcrest Burial Park
Kent, King County, USA
Coordinate: 47.3712006, -122.2173996

16. Forest Lawn Cemetery
Seattle, King County, USA
Coordinate: 47.5421982, -122.3666992

17. Beacon Hill Presbyterian Church Memorial Garden
Seattle, King County, USA
Coordinate: 47.5621990, -122.3120440

18. Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit Memorial Garden
Vashon, King County, USA
Coordinate: 47.4668000, -122.4600000

19. Newcastle Cemetery
Newcastle, King County, USA
Coordinate: 47.5321999, -122.1666031

20. Mercer Island Congregational Church Memorial Garde
Mercer Island, King County, USA
Coordinate: 47.5639670, -122.2255330

21. Maury Island Cemetery
Dockton, King County, USA
Coordinate: 47.3744890, -122.4273790

22. Suise Creek Cemetery
Kent, King County, USA
Coordinate: 47.3727989, -122.1622009

23. Emmanuel Episcopal Church Columbarium
Mercer Island, King County, USA
Coordinate: 47.5668590, -122.2237860

24. First Lutheran Church of West Seattle Columbarium
West Seattle, King County, USA
Coordinate: 47.5663000, -122.3870000