Connery Family Ties Grip Chicago Public Jobs in 1916
A 1916 Chicago Democrats circular accuses the Connery family of wielding influence over city contracts and public posts. The piece traces connections among John T. Connery Franc is D. Connery and relatives holding roles from Blocki’s secretary to Comptroller and Board of Review. It notes political maneuvering in races from Clerk of the Circuit Court to Recorder of Deeds and Bank Examiner, highlighting alleged patronage within the Busse era. The document suggests Connery influence spans city, county, and state offices, with plans for future appointments if elected.
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Connery
The
Eagle
Connerys
United States
State of Illinois
County of
Cook
Chicago
Democratic Party
State Street
John T. Connery
Board of Review
William J. Connery
Blocki
Busse Business Administration
Connery Gang
Dunne
Busse
John W. Rainey
Connery Outfit
Joseph B. Bidwill, Jr
Robert M. Sweitzer
Francia D. Connery
Sanitary District of
Francis D
Sweitzer
Joseph E. Bidwill, Jr
John
Recorder of Deeds
Michael M. Connery
John T
Joseph F
Francis D. Connery
Lucey
Henry E. Connery
Joseph F. Connery
Joseph E. Bidwell, Jr
Joseph M. Connery
28Th Ward
Reviewer Blocki
Henry Connery
State Bank Examiner
Cook County
Juicy Jobs for Connerys in City Posts
A circulated late primary ward document claims Francis Connery and relatives secured public jobs. It lists Alderman roles from 1901 to 1915, a Sanitary District appointment, a County Recorder post, bank examiner work, and various clerical and police positions with salaries, noting multiple Connery relatives and connections.
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John
Francis
Connery
Francis D. Connery
Comptroller Sanitary District
Recorder's Office
Henry Connery
Brady's
Michael M. Connery
Attorney General's Office
William J. Connery
Clerk Board of Review
James J. Riordan
Francia
James P. Riordan
Recorder’s Office
Connerys
Riordan
Fiana
Joseph M. Connery
Board of Re
Re-elect Hoyne in Chicago political clash
The piece accuses Chicago politicians police and contractors of corruption opposing State's Attorney Hoyne's bid for re-election. It asserts Hoyne has proven worthy of trust and urges the public to support him.
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Chicago
Hoyne
Connery Block Suggested as Name Alternative
Reader submits a preference to rename Court House substituting Connery Block over Connery Building. The note argues Connery Block better suits the building’s character and history.
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Court House
Connery Block
Connery Building
Conway
Rule or Ruin: Connery gang under fire in Chicago politics
The article criticizes public office holders allied with the Connery family for using threats to silence critics and influence government. It highlights connections to coal firms, the Board of Review, and the Attorney General's Office, urging Chicago voters to wake up before more elite arrogance harms public accountability.
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Connery
Chicago Eagle
Connerys
Chicago
Connery Coal
Board of Review
A Connery
Attorney General's Office
Connerys and public offices debate in Cook County notes
A Chicago forum rails at Connerys across public offices and calls for a referendum. The piece argues Democratic county officials and several court judges face renomination or defeat, naming the Connery label as a feared tag for mismanagement and a need for reform.
Plain Talk on Chicago Boss Rule and Grafters
A fiery address denounces a Chicago political boss network, accusing it of graft, land grabs, and contract control. It calls for action against corrupt officials, praises reformers, and warns that many involved may end up in Joliet striped suits.
The Office Holding Aristocracy in City Hall
A critical editorial condemns the rise of an office holding aristocracy in City Hall and County Building. It laments officials who treat citizens as mere voters while nepotism and party loyalty override public service. It cites honorable exceptions but warns the trend grows.
Sanitary District Halts Calumet Sewer Bids Over Irregularities
A board committee probes irregularities in bidding for a Calumet sewer contract. Nash Brothers won after William J Newman’s bid lowered then withdrawn. other bidders included United States Died, Marquette Construction, Byrne Brothers, and Stresenreuter. A bid of 636,184 dollars is under review and a reopening may occur.
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Sanitary District Board
Calumet Sewer
George W. Paullin
James M. Dailey
Nash Brothers
William J. Newman
Canal Street
United States
Dock Company J
T. J. Forschner
Marquette Construction Compacy
Byrne Brothers
Stresenreuter Construction Company
Newman
Sanitary Board
Sanitary Board That Mr. Newman
Democratic offices blamed as kin storage at polls
Democratic workers accuse county offices slated for next fall elections of being used as storage spaces for relatives of the incumbents. The complaint signals tensions over patronage and staffing of official rooms.
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Orden
Herbert Kaufman
William A. Pinkerton
D. Connery
Superior Court
Ing
Marshall Field Estate
Connery Coop
Gates
Illinois Attorney General's Office
Joliet
Nash
Teflosce and
Shandon
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