Political currents split over progressive campaign plans
The piece reports on the reaction in Washington to Progressive party strategy for the next congressional campaign. It notes alarm among many Republicans while Democrats express approval. It cites party leaders, recent conferences, and hopes to nominate candidates in most districts, with exceptions in some Southern areas. It references broader policy aims and responses from party figures.
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Illinois Board Appoints Frank H Funk To Rail and Warehouse Panel
Springfield reports former State Senator Frank H Funk of Bloomington a Progressive was named by Governor Dunne as a minority member of the state board of railroad and warehouse commissioners. He replaces J A W Hillough by, Belleville, who resigned. The appointment makes Funk a member of the public utility commission effective January 1914, as part of a broader slate of 1914 posts including Robert Eadie of Cantrall and other appointees to labor arbitration and charities commissions.
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Minister Resigns for Maryland Rectorate in Sycamore
Sycamore reports Rev. Dr. W. E. Glanville, longtime rector of St Peter's Episcopal, resigns to accept the post of rector at St Peter's parish in Calvert County Maryland. The move follows years of service at the Illinois church.
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Illinois News Terse Summary of Local Events
Johnston City reports Luther Erg killed in East mine after a crane accident. Naples records Hugh Bagby’s suicide. Cairo notes Rufus James’ stolen checks recovered. Bloomington recalls James H. Flagg, sea captain turned farmer, age ninety. El Paso declares Jennie M. Young, oldest Illinois teacher, dead at 77 after 58 years teaching. Ottawa jury splits after 65 hours on embezzlement case of B. F. Krouse. Greenville notes Hubler hotel gas explosion injuring Benjamin Breuchaud. Sparta anticipates Robert C. Probasco’s postmaster appointment. Rep R. P. Hill endorsed him. Lucoin watches for smallest local baby born to Isom and Mrs Isom Brown. Mount Sterling reports H. E. Breeding hog sale, averaging $105.80. J. J. B. buys private for $332.80. Springfield tallies two deaths from firearm. teen Charles W. T remains under investigation. John and Lilian Go are highlighted as county office candidate. Peoria coroner’s jury urges keeping James Pankey for murder of Gladstone Harty. Jackson notes Mick Pankey still sought after homicide. Hardy recalls fatal blow in a drunken brawl at Washington. Champaign lists university personnel changes and economic committee leave. Gust Penman to seek new trial. Springfield reports Willer of Salem resigns as governor announces board appointments. Champaign covers ex- and current officials amid political shifts. Trenton notes C. Li Ff resigned as mayor to focus on business. Arch C. Young disappears.
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