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Newspaper
Chicago Eagle
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1915
Page
2
The Illinois Public Utilities Commission is highlighted as a tireless public body with daily sessions and a busy summer docket. The article lists commissioners, notes the commission’s extensive study on electrification, and outlines daily cases from August involving railroads, tolls, and jitneys, illustrating its wide remit and influence.
The Smoke Abatement Committee of the Chicago Association of Commerce deems the elimination of steam locomotives in Chicago neither necessary nor feasible. It notes successful electrification of terminals in New York Paris Philadelphia and other cities, contrasting with Chicago’s outlook.
The Illinois governor receives commendation for efforts to improve conditions at state reformatories. The article notes public officials discussing reforms and ongoing work to address conditions.
The piece surveys Illinois prison reform efforts led by Governor Dunne and critiques Joliet and Pontarealliations. It covers a grand jury investigation into Cook County juvenile court staff, naming several officials and alleging tensions over who controls records and cases. It calls out the push to create job classes and the impact on public schooling and civil service.
The civil service rule grants an office holder the right to an indefinite leave of absence and to hold other employment in the interim, with a return to the city hall payroll if those positions are lost.
The draft notes accuse a city hall group called the morals squad and an industrial pay body of mismanagement. A new mayor pledges common sense and hard work but faces calls to audit office holders and replace those deemed unwilling to work with job seekers.
The Kjellander measure outlining new taxi rates faces opposition as the public argues it favors cab operators over riders. The proposal shows unclear figures and favors higher charges for extra passengers and time, provoking concern over fairness and affordability.
The battle of 118 is on with a presidential primary and district delegates plus eight at large to be chosen. The nomination primary for state officers, congressmen, legislators, and county offices will be held on September 18, the first Wednesday after the second Tuesday.
Local residents rally support for Nelson No Lampert to join the Chicago School Board amid calls for new leadership and reform. Organizers say his background could influence district policy and budget decisions.
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