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Newspaper
Chicago Eagle
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1902
Page
1
The city faces a typhoid epidemic blamed on rotten water and delayed public works. Trustees condemn Harrison administration for stalling sewer contracts and misleading the public while schools reopen amid rising health risks. Authorities warn water supply remains unfit and contaminated, threatening 800,000 children.
Health authorities call the school water supply poisonous and urge the Board of Education to install filters. They note compulsory attendance and six hour days force children to drink polluted water, urging immediate measures to purify hydrant supplies.
The article notes possible shutdown of school water supply due to sewer flushing from heavy summer rain amid friction between the School Board and City Health Department. It criticizes current school board appointees and cites Dan Hogan detailing a statewide oratorical tour lineup excluding Senator Mason. It discusses slush money, campaign funds, a Board of Review auto tax increase, and hopeful relief from widespread litigation in Cook County courts with declining case numbers.
A reader questions the 4 mill reduction ordered by City Clerk Loetler and County Treasurer Ray mount on the West Park Board request for interest sinking funds and maintenance. The letter implies possible harm to the West Side Park system and calls for public protest against the officials.
A large number of clerks and police personnel at City Hall would be drawn to the commission's conclusion. Questions arise about how long slush fund collections would be outlawed and whether employees could recover money taken from them. The Eagle notes that court litigation signals business prosperity, while Judge Chytraus comments on why litigation might decrease.
The document notes slow case processing with only about twenty percent tried promptly. Roughly thirty percent are dismissed on first call, while many remain on the calendar awaiting court action. It suggests candidates from parties may rally for a re hearing in the upcoming Supreme Court election year.
Citizens condemn dog catching practices after two licensed dogs are taken to the pound and allegedly risked death by asphyxiation. Baron De Schuppenbach, Russian consul, intervened to rescue his St Bernard from the pound, paying 85.75 to cover the license and release.
Mr. Valentine Wagner, a partner in Wagner and Tauschild once operating a popular Washington Clark street buffet, travels from Yellowstone Park to East Lake City as part of an extended trip before resuming duties as host of the Chicago.
A fragmented note describes Harrixon and typhoid as inseparable themes with a creosote block paving the street noted for being quiet and durable.
The piece argues Robert E Burke’s absence hurts the Democratic campaign in Chicago and Cook County. It cites loss of fundraising ability, reliance on the old guard, and widespread lethargy among leaders while Republicans organize decisively. It questions who will raise funds as Burke and other wheel horses are sidelined.
The piece notes a Democratic campaign trend around campaign finance led by Judge Tuley who highlights the traction issue. It ridicules financiers seeking 15000 to 60000 dollars, then asks why street railroad companies are targeted first. It suggests financiers expect railroads to support a ticket opposing them.
On Monday the Board of Review is expected to renew pressure on railroad prosperity under the slogan trackage or no track age. The phrase reflects ongoing disputes over railroad expansion and policy in the region.
The remark questions who gains from renewed franchise taxes by taxing bodies. It notes that most believe funds will be consumed by tax eaters or end up in litigation, as the prior windfall was tied up by the Teachers Federation.
The OGara King and Co. County Board will go out of office December 1. The firm, a noted county coal contractor, actively campaigns for President of the County Board Hanberg and County Treasurer Thia, citing appreciation for their support.
The text questions who would lead the city if Acting Mayor McGann is suddenly unavailable. It ponders whether Mr Blocki would assume the role and how the mayoral alliance might shift in his absence.
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