In fact, by 1904, Rainier beer was the largest brewery in the West. During this time, the company was brewing a million gallons a year, and Rainier was by far the most popular lager of the time. Seattle Brewing and Malting Company started brewing their new brand of beer, Rainier, towards the end of 1893. Some clear words that appear underneath the 'Rainier Beer” wording is “The Alki”, “Mission”, and “BATHS.” Similar to other ghost signs in Pioneer Square, several other signs are visible beneath the most recent. This building also features the “Paul Bunyon Outerwear” and “Driftwood Sportswear'' ghost signs on its west and north sides. The building dates from a time of explosive growth, mainly due to the Klondike Gold Rush and the arrival of the Great Northern Railroad. Now known as the Buttnick Building, this building was constructed in 1909 for the Brunswick Balke Collender Company, who manufactured billiards equipment. The 'Rainier Beer '' ghost sign is located on the east side Buttnick MFG Co. This week, we are focusing on the 'Rainier Beer” ghost sign near the corner of 1st Ave and Washington St.
