City Hall faction fights Hearst backing in Chicago politics
The City Hall gang challenges Hearst’s presidential bid through county and school affairs. Lahiff leads the anti Hearst campaign from his office, staging receivership moves and pressuring Williams and Harrison allies. Accusations of betraying Hearst circulate as defenders point to Brennan’s mayoral support and a push to use public schoolrooms for religious services.
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City Hall
Brennan
County Democracy
Edward M. Lahiff
Powers
William Randolph Hearst
John Powers
Mr. Lahiff
Mr. Hearst
Powers’ Pal
John Brennan
Labif
Williams
Washington
Lahiff
Willian
Harrison
Chicago
Finols
Congressman Williams
Robert E. Burke
Hearst
City Hall Gang
Hearst Bn
Cook County
Baltimore Sun
Dispatch
Sun
Illinois
James Williams
Ilnois
f*My. Williams
the Sun
James McAndrews
Carter H. Harrison
Timnois
Board of Education
Harrison School Board
Weathered sidewalks blamed on city politics in Harrison era
The piece rails at the Chicago American and Ward War wicks for lamenting street slush and snow on sidewalks. It argues the Supreme Court set that property owners need not clear snow, leaving the city administration responsible and criticizing contemporary press for promoting Harrisonism.
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Chicago American
Chicago
Supreme Court
The
Eighteenth Ward
Has Chicago Citizens Form Anti-Crime Committee?
A city in Chicago faces a call to form an anti crime committee as the populace questions the effectiveness of city administration and its purpose. The public steps forward to undertake tasks they expect the city to handle, signaling concern over safety and governance.
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Chicago
Questioning Decency as Officials Face Harsh Politics
The passage challenges Harrison and the payroll group to abdicate, defends State's Attorney Denneen's character, and laments a joke mocking tragedy. It asserts Chicago and Cook County hold these figures in high esteem amid a hostile political climate. The speaker condemns the ribaldry as inhuman and unworthy, noting the dead cannot receive mercy from harsh rhetoric.
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Deneen
Chicago
Cook County
A Do Nothing Mayor Harms Citizens Vigilance Funds
A year and a half of a do nothing mayor would swell the funds of the citizens vigilance committee. Harrison has not been known for charity or public enterprise.
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Citizens’ Vigilance Committee
Harrison
Chicago Debts Highlight Harrison Era Tax Dodging Shame
A city council discussion reveals millions owed to property owners and taxpayers of Chicago, uncovered after sixteen years of Harrisonism. The debt, found by costly procedures, awaits payment by a City Payroll Brigade at the public crib, while officials label Chicago a tax dodger under the Board of Local Improvements.
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Chicago
Harrison
Board of Local Improvements
Fire Dept Disruption Tied to Graft Investigation
City authorities fear a major blaze of conflict in municipal circles if the fire department is hit by the graft investigation. Incendiary signs are reported as the attack on the fire department by Harrison's allies adds to the tension.
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Harrison
Carter presses water flow easing at Lockport lock
President Carter of the Drainage Board asserts gains from increasing water passage over the Lockport dam benefiting Joliet and bringing Chicago’s water power question closer to solution. Hon. Andrew J Graham, noted banker, plans a premier Chicago block at Halsted and Madison, praising West Side contributions.
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Carter
Drainage Board
Lockport
Joliet
Chicago
Andrew J Graham
Halsted and
Madison Streets
Graham
West Side
Penalty Ordinance Targets Street Presence
The text notes a City Council ordinance proposing penalties from 50 to 100 for anyone found on streets in public places without a satisfactory explanation to police. It hints at selective enforcement, predicting anarchistic pickets at houses of the dead will likely not be affected.
Rowe Praised as Leader Ahead of 1904 Campaign
Hon. F. H. Rowe chairman of the Republican State Central Committee is lauded as one of the ablest leaders in the state. He will repeat his splendid record in the upcoming 1904 campaign.
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F. H. Rowe
Republican State Central Committee
Abolishing Side Door Saloons Prompts City Debate
Citizens debate ordinances to end side door entrances to saloons amid concerns about propriety and crime. Writers warn against publicizing names of prominent residents in armed propositions while urging a balanced path in Chicago affairs.
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Chicago
Labor Leaders Engage in War on Gambling Industry
A fiery statement predicts labor leaders will attack gambling interests, causing widespread disruption in the industrial world. The author hopes workers genuinely include all laborers, not just walking delegates and gamblers, and expresses doubt about such a view.
Brennan Returns From European Honeymoon To Lead State Democrats
George B. Brennan secretary of the Democratic state Central Committee returns from a European wedding trip and will open the State Democratic headquarters at the Bhermin House on the first of the new year. He is described as an influential figure in the party and well known to Democrat ranks in the state. References to handbooks in Evanston and the surprise at their familiarity with prayer books are noted.
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George BE. Brennan
Democratic State Central Comittee
Europe
Democratic
Bhermin House
Democratic Party
Brennan
Hliness Lke
Sir L A Goddard Recognized As Leading Financier
Mr. L A Goddard is described as one of the most capable financiers in the country and head of a prominent financial institution in the city, with the confidence and esteem of the public.
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L. A. Goddard
City council debates Like Street Elevated road attack
A Monday city council session condemned recent attacks on the Like Street Elevated road. Residents oppose anarchistic efforts to destroy useful institutions and rail infrastructure, emphasizing support for the elevated rail line.
Saloon Debates Moral Liability Over Public Snares
A fragment argues saloons bear license fees while some patrons enter by side doors and incur no cost for licentious conduct, then cry loudly for public morality, implying accountability lies with those who frequent saloons rather than the establishments themselves.
Chief Musham Plans Retirement From City Department
Announcements claim Chief Musham will retire from managing the department though there is doubt about the reason. The notice praises his leadership and questions the need for retirement.
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Musham
Tre Department
Repover
Chicago Troubles Highlighted By Speaker Cannon
Speaker Cannon of the National Legislature says conditions are generally improving but notes trouble in Chicago with some people facing issues amid ongoing concerns about local affairs.
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Speaker Cannon
National Legislature
Chicago
Rival Officers Clash Prompts Caution Across Ranks
Chief O'Neill and Hoyt King exchange sharp remarks raising concerns about discipline. The note warns that both sides must exercise caution, as tensions could affect personnel behavior and order.
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O'Neill
Hoyt King
Republican county conventions set before January 27
Several county conventions are expected to be held before January 27, the date set for the Republican love feast at Springfield, making it likely that preparations proceed on schedule.
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Springfield
Licely
Naming public schools by individuals not favored in US
The article asserts most Americans oppose naming public schools after individuals, native or foreign born, arguing for better designation methods. It notes New York numbers its schools as an alternative naming system.
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New York I
Governor Yates Campaigns in Dignified Energetic Manner
The governor has toured the state from end to end, greeting friends and critics in admirable style. His administration is portrayed as effective, with state institutions never better conducted during his regime.
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Yates
Gov, Yates
The People Can Walk and Slumming the Loop
The article attacks Harrison administration plans to tear down the Union Elevated loop and close tunnels to streetcar traffic. It argues the policy punishes downtown workers and turns streets into mud, labeling the move as guerrilla warfare against vested rights and condemning cross bills as attacks on public access and property values. It notes civic graft and Evanston’s similar corruption concerns, while praising police enforcement against anarchists meddling in last rites.
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Chicae
Dly
Union
Harelson
Down Town
Harrison
Lse
Clarence A. Knight
Lake Street
Council Committee On
Focal Transportation
Public dispute over water meter plan and city health
Citizens debate a proposed water meter ordinance amid claims of hidden motives by developers and officials. Opponents warn meters will raise rents and hinder city health, while supporters argue increased water use benefits public welfare despite ongoing disease concerns.
Bryan mascot Gearon joins Hearst campaign roster
An announced accession to the Hearst standard in the presidential campaign names Gearon as "the William J. Bryan mascot" despite Bryan's reputed dealings with hoodloos. The notice hints at a possible misattribution or error in labeling.
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Hearst Standard
Gearon
William J. Bryan
Bryan
Fire Chief Musham Blames Accusers for Dept Disorder
The statement argues charges against Fire Chief Musham reflect accusers' faults rather than his actions, claiming provocation, incompetence, and internal strife within the department are symptoms of others' conduct.
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Musham
Chicago Hall Adds Four Thousand To Police Benevolent Fund
Chicago City Hall adds four thousand dollars to the Policemen’s Benevolent Association funds for the department’s work in capturing car barn robbers. The paid donation is described as a blind that harms no one, reflecting the era’s civic gesture.
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Policemen's Benevolent Association
Chicago
Democratic convention location sparks city pride clash
The Chicago American and Exam discuss patriotism in choosing a site for the Democratic national convention. They compare Chicago, St. Louis and New York regarding availability, convenience, and crowd impact for the expected great turnout, noting St. Louis may be crowded by exposition visitors and Chicago faces uncertainties.
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Brennan Defense Fund
Fort Dearborn National Bank
Payroll Brigade
Howe
Evanston
Yellow Kid
Mr. Knight
Knight
O'Neil
Bush
Duncombe
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