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Newspaper
Chicago Eagle
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1902
Page
1
Chicago Republicans and Democrats clash as Mayoralty contenders like Harlan Stewart and the payroll brigade era shape the city’s role in the 1904 national campaign. Possible candidates including Upham Smyth Brentano and Thompson spark intrigue among party leaders.
The piece predicts Mayor Carter H. Harrison will retire from office and politics next year, condemning his supporters as payroll beneficiaries. It recalls his former prominence a year ago when he was a possible 1904 presidential nominee and notes a swift decline since then.
The piece notes organized political ingratitude ending Harrisonism and predicts a united Chicago Democracy. It cites figures such as Charles K. Gunther City Treasurer Judge William Prentiss Judge John Barton Payne Chas Wacker William C. Seipp Clarence S Darrow Judge Edward F Dunne and Sigmund Zeisler as rising leaders for a mayoral nomination next spring.
A candidate from a broad field could challenge any Republican nominee and, if elected, help redeem Chicago and Cook County from Harrison era influence. The Daily Noway reports that 03 days remain and Harrison’s position as a dark horse option is eliminated, underscoring the role of political tips and newspaper influence.
The piece notes that unnamed dark horse possibilities remain in play until conventions conclude and nominations are made. It asserts Alderman John F Smulski is likely to be re elected in the Seventeenth Ward and urges his continuation on the City Council as essential for good government. It also suggests Alderman John Powers may retire at term end and name his successor for the Nineteenth Ward.
The council rules committee unanimously backs an ordinance to hold City Council meetings on Monday afternoons. Aldermen Butterworth and Mayors support it. Aldermen Cullerton doubts and Alderman Conlon initially opposes but flips to support when alone. Previously the council met in the afternoon with success.
The Journal reports Democrat interviews declaring Carter cannot dodge renomination. It says the sentiment in the city supports him and predicts the mayor will yield to ultimatums and go to the slaughter, reflecting a shift in political weather.
John J. Fitzpatrick, a horseshoer and veteran labor organizer, is being pushed by friends to run for mayor on an independent labor ticket. He has led the Chicago Federation of Labor and his own union. Preparations to oust the Democratic County Central Committee from its Randolph Street headquarters are underway.
Cook County Democracy secretary Burke announced the current lease at 124 La Salle Street expires in May and urged forming a committee to secure new headquarters. President Powers named Burke, Hummel, Eldred, Sullivan, Hechinger and himself to plan the move to 145 Randolph Street. The oil portrait of Mayor Harrison is disputed ownership, with Burke claiming it as the property of vice president Brunjes and likely to be disposed of.
The Speakership campaign appears finished with Chicago headquarters directing a move to Springfield. Governor Yates is expected to report there Sunday or Monday as state Republican bosses consolidate work.
The nine member Jackson Day committee named by John McGillen at his banquet at the Grand Pacific Hotel met last Saturday to arrange the Jackson anniversary banquet. The event, led by Cook County Democratic organizations, will oppose Harrison and shift control away from the mayor.
The United Democrats of Chicago and Cook County Democracy announce two major functions in early January. Installation of officers by County Democracy and the Andrew Jackson Day celebration will feature leading leaders like Powers and Burke and aim to expand party strength to 25,000 members in Chicago and Cook County.
The committee met again on Tuesday to finalize plans. Speakers likely include John B. F. Donovan and Mayor Rose of Milwaukee, Senator Stringer of Lincoln, Congressman Wil Hames of Carmi, Frank Quinn of Peoria, and Elmore W. Hurst of Rock Island. A meeting at 145 Randolph Street Friday will discuss banquet arrangements with 125 invited anti City Hall Democrats.
The Andrew Jackson Day event in Chicago is billed as a unifying moment for the Democratic party with leading orators and real workers joining the gathering. Officials say key national campaign notes may emerge from the banquet, though the evening’s program remains to be set.
Miles J. Devine will describe the atfire and duties of Grand Marshal during today's proceedings. The Eagle notes his election underscores the organization’s stance on payroll brigade dictation and political ingratitude, and wishes the Democratic organization a prosperous new year.
Readers wonder if Mr. Job is warm to his new arbitrator post and when he might reveal early action. The column hints at anticipated decisions and possible initiatives to come.
West Side merchant John M. Smyth, a popular figure, announces his mayoral bid promising the best administration in Chicago’s history.
The mention notes that while Hon. Clarence Darrow cannot run for mayor, his voice will influence who becomes the next Democratic nominee.
Organized labor in Chicago presses for a mayoral candidate who will speak up on election day 03 days before Harvison's term ends, signaling a demand for decisive leadership.
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