Fetzer for Mayor Eyed by Chicago Real Estate Board
The Real Estate Board banquet sparks enthusiasm for John C Fetzer as a potential Chicago mayoral candidate. Leaders say he would deliver strong municipal government, unite Republicans and appeal to a broad electorate, with praise for his public service and business acumen. The piece notes Fetzer’s prominence, city reforms, and early talk of his possible nomination amid ongoing aldermanic campaigning.
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John C. Fetzer
Chicago
Fetzer
Hese
Fetver
Ast Crubian
Ir. Fetzer
John
Chien
Lan
Ching
Petyer
Boom Caine
Mrr
Fifth department union seeks better hours amid looming strike
The city council weighed an ordinance as the five department members push to enforce deans’ hours through a liberal union. A general strike is threatened if demands aren’t met, risking public sympathy. Mass meetings spark enthusiasm, but moderate voices hope for calm. The County Board faces mandamus risk over tax list publication in its budget.
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Five
Eha
Puissige
Commissions Reject Funding Amid Political Mog glings
Commissioners claim no funds for the purpose while public opinion sways on forcing citizens to contribute. Rumors suggest a Lowden-Warner pairing looms, with Senate ally Cullom named in a disputed toga issue. Supporters hail Cullom as a resilient statesman capable of navigating diverse coalitions.
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Lowden-Warner
Senator Cullom
Cullom
Farmer Lowden Seen Hiking In State Towns In Old Slouch Hat
A report describes Farmer Lowden descending into Sterting HL and other towns wearing an old slouch hat and felt boots tucked into his pants. It also notes Ton Charles 8 Deneen may grow chin whiskers to offset the look.
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Lowden
Sterting
Deneen
Sir Henry Irving criticises theater ordinance after fire concerns
Sir Henry Irving condemned the strict theater ordinance following the Troquois Theater fire while noting his shock at the tragedy. He warned that artistic effect should not be sacrificed and urged better taste in public matters and stage affairs.
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Henry Irving
Doucher
Henry
Hite Challenges Credit Meeting With City Cleanliness Remark
John M. Hite spoke to the Credit Men's Association asserting Constantinople is not dirtier than Chicago. The remark blends opinion with wit, suggesting a sharper truth than poetry in his comparison.
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John M. Hite
Credit Men's Association
Constantinople
Chicago
County Democracy Sweeps Forest Trek to New Orleans Midi Gras
The County Democracy swept the forest on its trip to New Orleans Midi Gras. It was welcomed and fored along the route both going and coming, and in Crescent City members were lonized. The Hearst Loom stayed in front under Robert E. Burke care, with no opportunity to exploit it overlooked.
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New Orleans
Crescent City
Robert E. Burke
Suppression of carnival of crime urged in Chicago address
Rev. Thomas EK Cox urged a police-backed solution in his Sunday address on crime in Chicago. He argued the suggested measure is the simple, thorough answer and that city officials should act promptly for public safety.
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Chicago
Thomas EK. Cox
Civil service law for the State Institutions aims at reform
A brief note outlines a civil service law for state institutions focusing on merit based hiring and standardized rules. It emphasizes公平 promotions and professionalizing public service, with aims to improve efficiency and accountability.
Unhols Civil Service Association Campaign Beginnings
The Unhols Civil Service Association launches a lively campaign. If benefits anticipated from civil service in state institutions are measured by those from the city civil service law, association members could engage in more retail work for themselves and the public.
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Unhols
Civil Ser View Association
Lis
Emiopaign
Iroquois Vieting Mass Suicide Reported in City Hall Record
City officials confirm a mass suicide involving 300 per the Iroquois Vieting case. Authorities note residents perished in a collective act, with authorities detailing the events and immediate aftermath.
Governor Yates Threatens Cook County Siege in Illinois War News
Governor Yates wins in Carroll and Morgan counties and may threaten Cook County with broad backing. The piece notes the death of a prominent Republican figure, urging state and county committees to convene for action. Reading reflects a wartime political mood and a rally around a notable Illinois statesman.
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Yates
Carroll County
Morgan County
Cook County
Pardon of 33 Prisoners Sparks Debate on Police
The mayor freed thirty three prisoners to ease crowding at the bridewell while some complain the police magistrates are too lax. If they intensified efforts, would a broader crackdown be expected, prompting municipal service improvements and potentially a general day at the house of correction?
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Bridewell
House of Correction
Chicago crime drive gains trusted leader in Staver
The Citizens' Committee for the Suppression of Crime selects H L Staver as chairman of the police sub committee. He is praised as a respected Chicago citizen slated to help curb crime while municipal reforms may reduce payroll and abolish positions. The Chicago River work is awarded to Chicago and Great Lakes Dredging Dock Company for a long term contract.
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IL. Staver
Citizens’ Committee For the
Chicago
Chicago and Great Lakes
City cracks down on fre escape ordinance violators
Commissioner of Buildings Wilhous warns violators will face immediate fines. He cannot estimate the number of properties tied to the issue but says there are enough cases to keep the department busy for weeks. The effort has reached its peak and must be completed.
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Wilhous
Duttdinis
Ely
Public anger over strike avoided with spring garbage removal
The article notes that regardless of who won the dispute, the public will be pleased to learn that garbage collection will resume next spring. It warns that prolonging the tie up into spring and early summer could have caused an epidemic or lead to riots and bloodshed in Chicago streets.
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Chicago
Ringers Seeks Sixth Ward Alderman Seat
Rob Ringers, a well known lawyer, is urged to run for Alderman of the Sixth Ward to succeed Mayer. Ringers is regarded as capable and would be a strong addition to the City Council.
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Rob Ringers
Fail and Fear in Chicago Style Fire Insurance Control
Chicago and Baltimore see agents of American Fire Insurance companies dictate fire department policy and browbeat the chief. The piece denounces biased handling of claims, political meddling, and calls for Mayor to repudiate external dictation amid municipal governance concerns. It also notes Alderman Schmidt's renomination and describes county party power struggles involving Burke, Hopkins, Gahan, and the City Hall factions.
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Baltimore
Chicago
American Tire Insurance Companies
Tire Department
Elaine
Elilius
Bebi
Sound Money
Springfeld
Hopkins
Tall Wing
Sheri Thomas BE. Barrett
Barrett
Burke
Tle
County Central Committee
Asa
Shire
Foriear National Coumuittecam
Gallai
Loetier
da Vison
Thirrison
Phat
Wison
Comantte
Robert i. Burke
Ehabenain
Gartaon
Laos
Pheaest
Fils Qa Fron
Miaiyor
Robert BE. Burke
Thomias Gaean
Crvey
Tharst
Divided Cook County Democrats Struggle Amid Campaign Pulse
On the eve of a national campaign the Democrats of Cook County face a peculiar split among factions and wings. The party bears scars from internal clashes, with a notable feud between the Harrison and Hopkins forces shaping local dynamics and signaling a fragile unity as the state party seeks cohesion.
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Democrats
Cook County
Democratic Party
Tillness
Harrison
Hopkins
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