President Wilson backs Senator Lewis in Illinois race
A flood of quotes praises Senator Lewis after President Wilson’s letter urging support. Democratic leaders call Lewis the strongest candidate, promising strong statewide backing and predicting an overwhelming victory as Republicans rethink loyalties on the ballot.
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Sweitzer Eyes Fourth Term As County Clerk
Eight years at 9000 a year ends with a bid for four more amid a custom of renomination. In past mayoral bid he won ten of thirty wards, Thirteenth ward carried by 281 votes. Sweitzer, twice elected clerk in 1910 and 1914, stood for mayor in 1915 and was defeated by 147477 votes. Now on Catholic Charities slate, he remains a clerk candidate.
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CANDIDATES FOR COMMITTEEMAN RALLY FOR SEPTEMBER PRIMARY
Men seek seats on state central committees at the September 11 primary. Names mentioned include Adolph Markeet and William Bo Tue, with James among listed contenders in the Republican party.
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City Council veto stalls subway and transit unification plan
The City Council vetoed a resolution probing city departments over the subway and elevated surface lines unification. Voting only short of the required majority, sessions will continue into spring as Chairman Caplin promises an ordinance in two weeks guided by municipal operation or by proposals from transit authorities and companies.
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Judge Scully’s Steady County Court Record
Judge Thomas F. P. Scully has served as County Court judge with a scandal free administration. His governance has been forceful and useful, earning praise from men of all parties for faithfully performing duties of this responsible position.
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Powell Popular in Republican Mayoral Nomination Talks
The text notes Powell as a leading GOP prospect for mayor, praised for service and public offices held. It mentions the party’s neutral candidate status in races and lists several local figures including Lawley, Leopold Dunne, Pred Woot, and others as contenders or supporters in various districts and roles.
Republican State Battle Sparks City Hall District Preparations
Republican state campaign factions clash as preparations surge in each congressional district while neutral forces respond with rapid steps to shape party control. The fragmented prose hints at a broader power struggle within the party structure and calls for organized activity across districts.
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Democratic county committee members listed by district
A list of Democratic party figures by district includes Chapman Vi enna Twentytifth and others. Chicago figures such as Joe Kelly Moran Donkin Griffin Kells O Connor Mulcahy and Dougherty appear alongside Freeport Macomb Quincy Carrollton and Carrollton.
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Water Meter Graft Claims Stir City Politics
A fragmented account suggests debate over water meters and public health costs. References to Republican leaders and candidates in multiple wards hint at graft concerns and upcoming district contests.
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Unclear list of county officials and meeting notices
Fragmented OCR lists names and roles for Ward County officials, clerks, superintendents, and meeting dates. The text includes references to multiple departments, court actions, and public notices, but the garbled formatting prevents a clear single event.
Fragmentary query on river survey and paving project questions
The readable text shows a garbled inquiry about a river survey and paving project with unclear references and missing context. No definite entities or actions can be confirmed from the fragment.
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