Graft Controversy Sparks Harrison Backed Officials
A long exposé accuses most Merriam Commission appointees and city workers of graft during the Harrison era, linking them to contracts and purchases while Busse faced calls to oust him. A plan to centralize city purchasing and finance inspections aims to curb waste and improve accountability across departments.
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Former Mayor Declines Candidacy Pending Democratic Nomination
An announcement notes former Mayor Harrison will not run next spring unless the Democrats nominate him. The piece discusses independent challengers, campaign finances, and a plan by officeholders to lay low until after the November election. It also covers July 1 law changes, petition filing dates, and shifts in local federal appointments.
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William A. Northcott
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