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Political battles threaten county machine plans and Carter role
The piece weighs the race for Governor against county nominations and machine control. It recalls Judge Carter’s history with the Republican machine, discusses possible attorney general candidates like Hion Redfield, and outlines Democratic and Republican moves for alderman and congressional seats, all amid a broader debate on party loyalties and influence.
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Judge Carter
Carter
Twelfth Ward
John M. Smyth
Smyth
Deneen
Judge Neeley