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Newspaper

Chicago Eagle

Location

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Dec 28, 1912

Page

2

Political Talk on Leaders and Voter Voices in Alderman Ward

The Twenty-second Ward Italian Democratic Club endorses Victor J. Schaeffer for re election and backs James Hamilton Lewis and Charles Boeschenstein for U S Senate. Sheriff Michael Zimmer receives club appreciation and possible mayoral bid support. John R. Durso reports 1400 members with nearly half present. Judge Ben M Smith will not seek another term.

James Hamilton Lewis Charles Boeschenstein United States Victor J. Schaeffer Italian Democratic Club Oak Street Milton Avenue Michael Zimmer John R. Durso Ben M. Smith

Wilson to speak at Commercial Lab Chicago on Jan 11

President-elect Woodrow Wilson to be guest of Chicago Commercial Club and deliver the evening address on January 11. He notes he will give only two speeches before inauguration and has accepted two invitations, with the first already given in New York. Aldermen question why the Tele phone Trust resists automatic low rate systems that could cut costs and enable two cent calls plus small rental, arguing long distance business and high capitalization keep intercity service costly.

Woodrow Wilson Commercial Lab of Chicago Clyde M. Carr Commercial Club Southern Society of New York Wilson Big Telephone Trust Bemis

Aldermen Set for Retirement Next April

A list of city aldermen who will retire in April includes 1st ward Michael Kenna Democrat and 1st ward George F Harding Republican, 1d ward A R Tearney Democrat, 4th ward Joseph F Ryan Democrat, South ward P J Carr Democrat, 6th ward Theodore K Long Republican, South ward John R Emerson Democrat, 7th ward Charles E Reading Democrat, 16th ward Frank Klaus Democrat, L ith ward E F Cullerton Democrat, 12th ward W F Schultz Democrat, 13th ward T J Ahern Democrat.

Michael Kenna George F. Harding A. R. Tearney Joseph F. Ryan P. J. Carr Theodore K. Long John R. Emerson Chas E. Reading Frank Klaus Cullerton Dem Schultz J, Ahern

Ward by ward political slate and police plan critique

The article lists ward by ward representatives in multiple districts and criticizes a proposed police re organization cutting stations by more than half. It notes 2400 officers moved to keep daily papers flowing during a strike, cites Alderman Block calling for a referendum on subway and merger transport questions, and questions telephone rate reforms. The piece warns that trusts may mislead the public while arousing anger over policy outcomes.

Grafters Seek State Board Posts Under Dunne

The passage notes that several notorious grafters who damaged former state administrations and now work for favored corporations are candidates for high posts on state boards under Dunne. It highlights concerns about cronyism and potential appointments.

Dunne

Reds to add star pitcher and Olympic belt proposed

Cincinnati boss J M Tinker secures Frank Chance era control with Chance trade aims to add an American League star pitcher to Suggs Benton and Fromme. Armchair negotiations with Garry Herrmann promise a top hurler as part of the deal. Calvo signs with Washington. Sullivan and Robertson propose a silver belt prize to reward distance runners, to debut at New York indoor games.

Chicago Tinker Cincinnati Reds Cubs Jones Kite Sox Joe Tinker Cincinnati Suggs Benton Fromme Garry Herrmann Frank Chance Herrmann Johnson Reds Corridon Knisely Humphries Mitchell Phelan Erasa James E. Sullivan William (Sparrow) Robertson Seventy-first Regiment Armory New York

Minor league expansion in Western New York and Pennsylvania towns

Regions in western New York and Pennsylvania including Bradford Meadville Greenville Kane Warren and Oz City plus Jamestown Corning Hornell Olean and N Y are named as top candidates for berths in a new minor league. Larry Lajoie is rumored to have salary cuts but says he is worth as much as ever while Tris Speaker leads the league in chances with 407 putouts for the Red Sox.

New York Pennsylvania Bradford Meadville Greenville Kane Warren Oz City Jamestown Corning Hornell Olean N. Y Speaker Tris Speaker Red Sox

Baseball News Roundup Has-Been Players and Prospects

A jumbled notes column mentions Asaf Sportdon Larry McLean possible Cardinals move Connie Mack raising park seats Hilly Papke fights France ex fighters Art Irwin Yankees scout now business manager Garry Hermann swapper Charlie Prank of New Orleans praises Pelican staff Washington Americans vs Reds exhibition March 30 Hans Wagner aims to win batting title Ty Cobb and Tris Speaker praised Old Cy Young eyeing Atlanta Pirates farm link for Louisville Hagerman sold to Portland Rat Nelson and Joe Grimm referenced amid season chatter

Art Irwin Yankees Garry Hermann Charlie Prank New Orleans Pelican Washington Americans Cincinnati Reds Hans Wagner Ty Cobb Tris Speaker Nat Nelson Colamps Mike Kelly Harry Gasper Cincinnati Cy" Young Atlanta Theab Larry Cheney Cubs Louisville American Association Pittsburg Pirates Rip’ Hagerman Lincoln Portland Club Rat Nelson Joe Grimm

Wisconsin 04 Captain Proposes Football Rule Changes

Irving Bush urges forward pass beyond scrimmage lines and abolishment of the try for goal after touchdown. He favors longer games with two 20 minute quarters and two 16 minute periods, arguing current strain is overstated and proposals deserve consideration.

Irving Bush Wisconsin ‘04 Bush

Thorpe to Quit Football Says Carlisle Star Will End Athletics

Indian athlete Jim Thorpe declares he will sever athletic ties with Carlisle and will not participate in any more sports. He made the statement after a crowd greeted the Carlisle team in Worcester before the Brown game. Thorpe had been a standout in the Olympian Games at Stockholm and the Celtic Park allaround championship.

Jim Thorpe Carlisle United States Worcester Thorpe Thorpe Aticks Stockholm America Celtic Park Martin Sheridan

Jim Flynn Plans Rest After Los Angeles Defeat

Jim Flynn, former heavyweight contender, was defeated by Luther McCarty in Los Angeles and is now in New York taking a long rest before aiming to return to championship class in the ring.

Jim Flynn Los Angeles Luther McCarty New York

Dummy Ball Prank Traps Honus Wagner by Pittsburg Shortstop

Honus Wagner recalls a Louisville incident where Jake Beckley concealed a dummy ball to fool him at first base. ump Tim Hurst watched as Wagner grabbed the ball and was then tagged out after the pitcher threw to second. Wagner says Beckley played the stunt with a fake ball, leaving him briefly exposed.

Louisville Tim Hurst Jake Hurst China Beckley

Tigers Open to Cash or Trade for Players

Detroit President Navin states the Tigers will consider selling or trading players including Cobb Crawford Stanage and Dubue. any Tiger on the market may be moved for cash or as part of a trade.

Tiger Cobb Crawford Stanage Dubue Navin Detroit

Weeks Named President Of Wisconsin-Illinois League

Frank R. Weeks of Green Bay Wisconsin was recently elected president of the Wisconsin-Illinois league.

Weeks Frank R. Weeks Green Bay Wis

County Democracy Leaders List and Officers

The Cook County Democracy unveils its long roster of leaders including Secretary Robert B. Burke and Marshal James H. Farrell. The document names the full slate of officers, vice presidents, and executive committee members across district divisions, detailing numerous names across multiple parties and roles in Chicago politics.

Cook County Chicago Robert B. Burke James H. Farrell

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