Author Jean Sensel became intrigued by local history and involved in local politics as co-owner of the historic Spanaway Exchange Tavern. A member of the Spanaway Historical Societ...view moreAuthor Jean Sensel became intrigued by local history and involved in local politics as co-owner of the historic Spanaway Exchange Tavern. A member of the Spanaway Historical Society who served on Pierce County�s Landmarks and Historic Preservation Commission, Sensel drew upon the collections of universities, museums, and pioneer descendants to illustrate Spanaway�s story.view less