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Newspaper
Chicago Eagle
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1899
Page
2
The Chicago Gas Trust faces scrutiny over high rates and poor service, with critics urging municipal ownership of lighting and water services. Calls grow for a state investigation into the Trust and potential municipal control to lower costs and improve street lighting amid political maneuvering surrounding Aldermanic leaders and candidates.
The article notes Illinois residents pushing for a constitutional convention while detailing the Welland Canal crisis. It explains canal dimensions, locks, and depth, and how growing grain demand and larger lake vessels threaten Port Colborne and Buffalo traffic, urging canal enlargement to preserve lake commerce. It also highlights Lieutenant Colonel Picquart’s moral stand and release related to the Dreyfus affair.
Willam Waldorf Astor has sought removal of his name from a New York committee responsible for erecting a patriotic American statue. The action follows years of controversial conduct by Waldorf Astor that prompted public commentary on his placement on the committee.
Dr Everett of Boston notes that those who have no time to read are often the same people who would not read even if time were available. He argues for a sharp message aimed at this audience after prolonged concern over their attitude.
The piece condemns the consolidated People's Gas Company and accuses Chicago Aldermen of favoritism toward the Gas Trust amid a broad anti corruption stance. It targets graft in gas pricing, street ownership, and legislative bribery, naming the trust and public figures while urging reform and disclosure.
Prominent attorneys John O. Everett David B. Geer Sydney Stein James C. Martin and Charles T. Farson are linked to the Cook County State’s Attorney nomination race. W. W. completes the list of mentioned figures in connection with the campaign.
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