Bond Saga Exposes Illinois Legislature Bribery Plot
An Inter Ocean editorial recounts a Chicago money bribe tale from Illinois politics. Two eminent lawmakers received 250000 in bonds for a favorable measure, but the bonds were all blanks, fooling the pair. The exposé highlights Lawrence Y Sherman's possible reform stance and courtrooms watch over public graft.
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Why not nominate Austin Sexton for judge on Democratic ticket
The writer argues Austin Sexton is a splendid citizen fit for a judgeship and a strong Democratic candidate. He notes only one fireproof theater in the city and suggests testing its fireproof claim. The piece also highlights John P. McGoorty as a leading choice whose nomination could attract many votes and add dignity to the bench.
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Prominent Public Servants Praised in Cook County
The report hails Congressman George T Poster and John J Hanberg for their notable public service. It notes Milneis and Cook County pride in their roles in the National Legislature and County Board, praising integrity and efficiency. It predicts a Democrats nomination for V Metineh to the Superior Court bench and mentions a Chicago theater blaze ahead.
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Chicago theater politics and county candidates clash in chatter
A column sifts Chicago political gossip naming Aldermanic and judicial hopefuls for both parties. It touts John H. Sullivan for Clerk of the Criminal Court, Charles M. Walker for mayor, Spencer Ward for Superior Court, D. J. Schuyler for judge, and others while warning of theater fires and law violations in the city.
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William Kuester for Twenty-Sixth Ward Re Election Endorsed
A portrait of Alderman William Kuester as a capable, honest, and painstaking representative of the Twenty-sixth Ward. Praised for devotion to duties, strong ward service, and leadership in Chicago politics as a notable merchant prince and Sinots Brick Company superintendent.
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Public Opinion Pages Open Forum on Kindergarten and City Issues
A Chicago Eagle reader letters section from Feb 1902 voices views on keeping or abolishing kindergartens in public schools and analyzes municipal finance and civil service. Citizens discuss referendum meanings, police salaries, health department cuts, and Mayor Harrison’s pay. The letters urge clarity, accountability, and reform.
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