Burke Victory Celebrated by Chicago Eagle Leader Triumphs Over Enemies
The Chicago Eagle lauds Robert B Burke for a hard fought victory against alleged traitors and conspirators within Cook County politics. It notes Burke's strengthened control over the Democratic machinery, warnings to rivals, and continued support from loyal allies amid intraparty feuds and hostile press. It questions Harrison's handling of the Board of Education presidency and exposes ward political maneuvering by figures like the Wabbly Willies and Billy Roach.
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Chicago Democrats wage war on Wabbly Willie and city bosses
The piece blasts Wabbling Willie as a dead political duck in Chicago and warns of his influence on Democratic turnout. It criticizes Mayor Harrison and the Civil Service Commission, notes higher fire insurance costs, and names figures like Dol. Schuyle, Frost J. Migerstadt, and Clarence L. Golst as potential judicial nominees. It also mentions Joe Mahoney and Loeffler’s district ties, plus plans for county and city offices.
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Mayor Harrison curbs peddler licenses amid City Clerk probe
The Chicago Eagle reports a graft exposed by last week’s edition linking City Clerk Loeffler to a “bargain counter” peddlers license scheme in Wards Seven, Eight and Nine. Mayor Harrison orders tightening of licenses as Grand Jury eyed to investigate city records and clerk duties.
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