Utilities Democracy schemes in Illinois home rule fight
A Chicago editorial attacks a group described as the Utilities Democracy planning a state commission to control gas electric light subway and other utilities. It alleges a graft system influencing campaigns and criticizes officials including Dunne Hoyne and Wilson while linking rents and city bureaus to alleged payoffs. The piece frames the drive as a bid to strip Chicago of home rule and grant broad regulatory power to a state commission.
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Telephone Trust Defies City in Fight for Monopoly Rights
Editor denounces the Telephone Trust and the Chicago Telegraphic monopoly as it clashes with Mayor Harrison and Aldermen. The piece extols the Illinois Tunnel Company and automatic service, cites a court opinion against franchise forfeiture, and warns voters that rate hikes will invite punishment at the polls. It argues dual service lowers costs and praises competition.
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Grafters' Union
Chicago Telephone Company Amid Rate Hikes and Dividends
The Chicago Telephone Company faced calls to raise rates amid claims of fund shortages while reporting an eight percent dividend on twenty seven million dollars. The concerns cite a growth from a half million to twenty seven million in capital stock and a new twenty two story office building as pressure mounts on Chicago residents.
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