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Newspaper

Chicago Eagle

Location

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Feb 28, 1903

Page

2

A Unique Campaign Promises a Lively Municipal Race

The spring campaign opens with many candidates on both major tickets, Harlan defying machine politics, and traction issues dominating voter concern. Republicans face a crowded slate for City Clerk and Treasurer, with strong contenders while Democrats struggle through a chaotic central committee scene signaling upheaval ahead.

John Maynard Harlan Aften Harlan Uecker

Citizens urged Eisfeldt for Ward 24 alderman race

Friends press Hon. William Eisfeldt to run again in Ward 24 as a loyal Republican with past alderman service and strong constituent support. They note Harry Hildreth could win in Ward 8 if he sought office and praise Charles F. Gunther as a strong city treasurer and mayoral candidate.

Charles Werno Werne William Eisfeldt Harry Hildreth Hildreth

Strong Chicago figures favored for public offices

Mr Louis F Altpeter appears as a leading candidate for City Clerk and is described as progressive, successful, and respected in Chicago. Hon Daniel J McMahon, attorney for the Board of Education, is cited among the best for the bench with a likely Democratic nomination.

Willan W. Weare Inois Ans Sigmund Zelder Lnter Zeisler Chicago Louis F. Altpeter Altpeter Daniel J. McMahon Board of Education

Voice of the People reflects Chicago questions and gossip

Readers from Chicago express concerns about stray dogs licenses and police pensions, critique the mayoral race and the Gatling gun parade, praise union workers, and note local figures like Frank Kers Tom Rowan and Kickham Scanlan. The letters mix civic demand with political endorsements and city life details.

Chicago bar leader urged for judgeship by Democrats

Smey-37e lauds M. A. DeLang as a top Chicago attorney and ideal judge candidate. He argues DeLang would strengthen the Democratic judicial ticket alongside George M. Rogers, a brilliant and popular lawyer, as one of the strongest potential nominees this year.

M. A. DeLang Chicago George MI Rogers

Fitaner Chosen by Twelfth Ward Republicans for Alderman

Charles H. Fitaner a popular West Side businessman and longtime druggist wins the Republican bid for Alderman in the Twelfth Ward. Leaders credit his solid prior race and community esteem as reasons to give him another chance.

Charles H. Fitaner West Side Twelfth Mr. Fitaner Mr. Fitsner

Walker Named as Republican Candidate for County Attorney

Hon Edwin K Walker, leader of the Republican majority on the County Board, is prominently mentioned for the party nomination for County Attorney.

Edwin K. Walker Chy

Stewart Points to Police Dept Praise and Regret

In remarks about the police department Mr Stewart says personnel compare favorably with other elite units but expresses regret about certain aspects. He emphasizes straight talk and calls for improvements within the force. The comment reflects tensions between department performance and public expectations.

Stewart

Devine Urged for Judge Nomination by Democrats

Hon Miles J Devine a loyal Democrat and excellent citizen is proposed as a suitable judge candidate by party supporters whose backing would bolster the slate and strengthen the ticket ahead of the nomination bid.

Miles J. Devine

Mitchell Seeks Ward Alderman Post Backed by Citizens

Hon. Benjamin Mitchell holds a strong legislative record and is backed by the best citizens, independent of party, for alderman of his ward if nominated.

Benjamin Mitchell Best Citizens

Democratic backers urge Haley and Hoyne for judge posts

Mr P C Haley Drainage Board counsel earns Democratic support for a judicial nomination. Alderman Henry Stuckart and others praise his public service and fitness. Thomas Hoyne a Pioneer Chicago bar leader and lifelong resident also backed for the Democratic nomination, described as a strong candidate.

P. C. Haley Drainage Board Thomas Hoyne Chicago

Frederick Duffy Said for Republican Judge Nomination

Mr. Frederick Duffy is discussed as a candidate for the Republican nomination for judge. He is described as a bright young lawyer who would likely be an able and conscientious judge.

George Rt. Walker Walker Frederick Duffy Duffy

Beach a Likely Judge Candidate in Local Race

Elmer E Beach of Beach and Beach is praised as a loyal Republican and capable lawyer. The list outlines judges with expiring terms, including Theodore Brentano Rep and Edward F Dunne Dem among others, with wards and party affiliations.

Theodore Brentano Richard W. Clifford Dem Oliver H. Horton Elbridge Haneey i—Arba N Waterman John Gibbons Frank Baker Abner Smith Francis Adams Edmund Burke Edward F Dunne Whmetka Thomas G Windex Dew Evanston Charles G Neely

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