Political feud erupts as Harrison bid to split party montages
A caustic, unnamed writer attacks Harrison the chronic candidate. He promises a party split, emptying regular Democratic precincts, and replacing them with a rival organization. Treager, recalled for a coroner inquiry into the Iroquois fire deaths, is praised amid calls for reform and anti-Harrison rhetoric.
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Treager Withdraws From Chicago Mayoral Fight Amid Harrison Backlash
A letter from John E. Treager withdraws from the mayoral race citing health and banking duties as duties at Stockmen's Trust and Savings Bank. Carter Harrison expresses joy at Treager's exit while Dunne defends his record and accuses critics of lacking backbone. Chicago Daily News reports factional patronage maneuvering in the Hearst-Harrison camp as officials consider appointments to the election board and county posts.
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