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Newspaper
Chicago Eagle
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1903
Page
2
A sweeping Chicago Democratic reorganization aims to end Mayor Harrison’s renomination. Barrett Burke Sullivan Hopkins lead a united, powerful coalition to replace the payroll aldermen and build precinct and ward committees across the city.
The City Hall group forms a political action committee after last Sunday’s meeting. Secretary Robert E. Burke says the PAC will handle political matters for the club with the aim of defeating Harrison. Members will split into ten squads to cover each district.
The plan calls for forming organizations in every ward and absorbing existing groups, risking clash with the County Central Committee. Officials expect objections as intramural battles loom, while insiders prepare to meet the challenge and defend established functions.
A long list of Chicago Democratic Central Committee members is published revealing the ranks of party leaders, including numerous individuals such as Harrison, Morrell, McElroy, and Keough among others as the organization outlines its new membership as part of its anti Harrisonism and payroll brigade shift.
President Powers appoints a new Democratic committee per recent resolutions. Miles J. Devine, installed as county Democracy marshal on New Year’s day, delivers a strong speech and is noted as a leading Chicago Democrat and top lawyer who could win a Judicial race on the Democratic ticket.
The installation proceedings of the Democracy were among the most successful events of their kind. Over a thousand of the party's best workers were present.
Hon Edwin K Walker praised as a bright and useful County Board member from Hyde Park, strong Republican area, urged as a good and capable judge.
Frederick Duffy, praised for a fine race for the Legislature last autumn, is named for a city law department post should Republicans win next spring. He is described as a bright and popular young lawyer.
The North Side backs ex alderman Muelhoefer as a leading Republican pick for city clerk amid strong support and widespread popularity.
Mr P C Haley a leading Democratic attorney of Chicago is highlighted as a strong potential candidate for a judgeship. The note emphasizes his prominence in legal circles and political ties within the city.
As predicted in this column, Ton. John J. McManaman has already become a front‑line member of the current Legislature, aligning with early efforts and drawing attention for his role.
Hon Granville W Browning appears certain to win as a Democratic judge candidate, seen as a strong choice by party supporters and observers.
The text praises Mletcher Dobyns as a highly respected young Republican and potential strong candidate for the West Ward aldermanic race next spring. It argues voters want the best alderman regardless of party affiliation.
The message suggests Sinulski can seek a response from the Seventeenth Ward on remaining on the City Council. It emphasizes his abilities and the value of his service to the people during this critical period.
Mr Thomas M Hoyne, one of Chicago's oldest settlers and a leader among the bar, a lifelong Democrat, is recommended as an ideal judge for the city.
Mr. J J Vanderbilt a renowned flour and feed merchant and popular Republican on the South Side is regarded as a promising candidate for Alderman next spring.
A fragment shows multiple Chicago figures courting party nominations. Waters and Zeisler are eyed for judicial posts. Alderman Verne praised for the Twenty third Ward. Kickham Scanlan noted as often absent. Stuckart rumored for City Clerk. Breyer hinted for alderman. John A. King touted as a strong mayoral candidate for the Democrats.
The article notes Ernest Hummel as the leading Democratic nominee for City Treasurer, with Beach and McMahon also named for judicial posts. It mentions Republican potential contenders like Elmer Beach and DPD McMahon, and discusses Mayor Tobey as a possible popular constable candidate.
The Chicago Chronicle argues in its Wednesday edition that Democratic ranks in Cook County are split over city hall payroll practices. The piece labels a factional struggle and hints at corruption concerns surrounding payroll allocations and political influence.
A mayoral claim cites an 18000 member precinct organization tied to Harrison. The document notes the typewritten member list would mirror City Hall employees and relatives, suggesting the figure pools in Democratic support and conflicts with public records.
A Chicago political commentary denounces Harrison allies and his city payroll for preying on a tenth of Democratic voters. The piece mocks militia metaphors, warns caucuses to heed real voter power, and critiques press agents for inflating influence with hollow rhetoric.
Members of Hook and Ladder Company No 12 gave a Christmas Eve musical in which Edward Pidgeon led and performed with Con dors on violin. Kelly and Novotny sang a duet. C W Mahoney played flute. the all-member orchestra featured Pidgeon, Condors, Welly, Walsh, y tute, Novot, O Sullivan, and more.
Attorney P A Hines is the choice of the best element of the Democratic voters of the Fifth Ward for Alderman.
Police and firemen may now buy their uniforms from Hohenadel Brothers at 211 218 Madison Street. The firm specializes in making uniform caps for policemen firemen street car employees and letter carriers and is regarded as highly reliable.
The leading West Side druggist, Charles H. Fitsner, is expected to be nominated by Republicans of the Twelfth Ward for Alderman next spring.
Readers urge action on water meter installation and city hall intrigue as the council and Cornell Finance Committee handle reports. Others back Mayor Harrison’s ownership plan and demand swift settlement of the traction question, plus mentions of local figures and a note on longevity trends in the US.
Richard Thompson and Thompson Brothers rename their firm from Richard 8 Thompson & Bro to Thompson Brothers under a ten year contract as sole distributors of Old Cascade Tennessee sour mash whiskey. Offices open in Chicago Buffalo and New York with moves to Tribnone Building later. Chas W Thompson shifts to Chicago executive duties. Richard Thompson plans New York City relocation after March 1 and will oversee Old Cascade sales and Thompson Brothers stable for the 1908 racing season with Sidney Lucas as trainer and lead mare.
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