Chicago Street Pavement Report Urges Caution on Asphalt
The Building Managers’ Association reports to Mayor Harrison urging no broad asphalt paving until traction and underground issues are settled. It calls for grooved rails with pavements, strong 10 year guarantees, and binding bonds drafted by city counsel. It outlines district-specific pavement choices and insists on expert, disinterested study before any city-wide decision.
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van Buren
Harrison Street
Btate Street
Chicago Judicial Election Commentaries and Reforms Reflected
Observations praise Judge Francis Adams and supporters Burke and allied figures while noting mixed outcomes for Judge Haney and others. Commentary highlights criminal enforcement praise, vigilance committees, and calls for reform across Chicago politics, with mention of Labiff Harrison Hearst, inspectors, public health, park bonds, and upcoming court appointments.
Hands Off The Parks Election Essay And Appointments
A Chicago editorial argues for cautious, nonpartisan handling of South Park matters after a partisan election. It praises the South Park Board and two citizens, notes canvassing by Malley and Judge with no watchdogs, and calls for responsible action from Corporation Counsel Walker and City officials amid traction debates and public utilities discussions.
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South Park
Park
South Park System
Board of South Park Commissioners
Jefferson Hodgkins
Daniel F. Crilly
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Tribute to Judge Murray B. F Tooley by Cook County
Cook County honors Judge Murray B F Tooley the Nestor of the Circuit Court bench in a grand tribute reflecting long faithful capable service. The ceremony underscores his decades on the bench and the community's deep appreciation.
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Cook County
Murray Bf, Tooley
Aftershocks of GOP Reorganization Talk Soon Fade
The piece notes that discussion of a Republican party reorganization is likely to fade in a few days. It compares political tumult to a dove cote fluttering when an unexpected shake occurs, before birds settle back into their nests.
Meaning of raids on reputable Board of Trade firms
The Eagle argues that raids on trusted Board of Trade firms reveal city authorities’ inability to control lawlessness and urges Sheriff Barrett to investigate, noting the Eagle’s alliance with the sheriff and its willingness to speak out.
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Board of Trade
Cook County
Eagle
Barrett
Commissioner Block Threatens Downtown Builders Policy
The Commissioner of Public Works vows to enforce a strict sidewalk obstruction rule harming builders in the downtown area. Critics question if the policy will foster growth or hinder prosperity. The piece also praises Hon. Charles 8, Deacon State's Attorney for his record and notes a public demand to settle the traction question within this generation.
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O N Carter and Wheelock Lead City Board Administration
Chief O Neill orders a street cleaning push as the Board of Election Commissioners receives high praise for leadership under Judge O N Carter and attorney W W Wheelock. The article hints Mayor Harrison might issue a similar streets initiative.
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Board of Election Commissioners
O. N. Carter
W. W. Wheelock
O'Neill
Harrison
Governor Yates Nominated Again Amid Republican Unity
The Indications point to Governor Yates seeking re election in Illinois. The Republican party backs him across the state and Cook County shows factional bickerings and wrangling fading as unity appears to form behind his record.
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ISM
Republican Party
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