Harrison Ready for Re election in Mayor Race
William Hale Thompson leads the Republican push as Harrison plans re election with massive petition drive and New Year’s Day mass meeting at Seventh Regiment Armory. The Gas Trust faces scrutiny amid bid to shape legislation and lower gas bills remain central to the upcoming election.
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New County Treasurer Promises Full Tax Recovery and Public Interest
Henry Stuckart takes office as County Treasurer with Jacob Lindheimer as assistant. He pledges to turn over about 750,000 dollars in interest to the public during his four year term and vows no leniency for tax dodgers. He warns that delinquent tax cases will go to the County Attorney and that the office will pursue full payment. The mayor notes fire limit extensions as the city grows outward.
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No Mercy to Tax Dodgers Promised by Judges Letter
A regional letter argues that pledges total 127 409 were signed without expense aside from printing pledge cards. It warns that judges will resist broad charges and promises lower gas prices will benefit the public. It vows measures against professional tax dodgers who exploit the public.
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Canvassing Board Reverses Senate and House Wins
The state canvassing board overturned two Senate races in the Eleventh and Twenty third districts and a House seat in the Twenty Fourth, declaring Byrne and Strauss Democrats elected and Green defeated. Democrats would hold 27 to 23 with one Progressive seat, subject to Supreme Court review on board authority. Mayor Harrison backs extending fire limits. City Council committee reviews ordinance affecting about forty.
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Joseph Strauss
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William Ryan, Jr
James J. Brady
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Tribute to William L. OConnell at La Salle banquet
Governor Dunne Senator Lewis Mayor Harrison and 1200 admirers gathered to honor retired County Treasurer William L. OConnell. Speakers praised his integrity and public service noting his four years yielded 670000 in interest to the county, nearly matching forty years of predecessors.
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Edward F. Brennan
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