War minded parties near for Illinois state convention clash
Republicans and Democrats bend every effort to unite war factions as Governor Yates wields decisive action against Cook County pay roll patriots. Three wings of the Illinois Democratic Party maneuver for control of the state convention with Hearst backers, Hopkins faction, and Chicago City Hall wing vying for influence. The fall campaign promises one of the closest, hottest contests in state history with reforms and patronage battles shaping the dynamics ahead of June 14 convention.
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Ilinois
Haineis
Cook County
Springfeld
Governo Yates
A Nor Yates
Springfield
Republican Party
Illinois
Hearst
New York
Teket
Parkance
City seeks municipal lighting a prudent step says mayor
The mayor argues for city involvement in municipal lighting, citing the water works system as an example of practical utility. He notes a key difference he believes the council has overlooked between water works and lighting services.
City debate on water supply and race track gambling
Fragmented remarks discuss whether the city should supply water rather than manufacture it and critique newspapers for hypocrisy in decrying race track gambling. The text mocks John Hopkins and hints at political campaigning maneuvers and hypocrisy.
City politics and election concerns cited in editorial notes
Congressman Williams is quoted on a presidential bid while Illinois figures like Millard Dunlap are named for national committee work. The article notes dropped fraud charges from the Twenty first Ward and hints at pay roll espionage and city reforms. It mentions the Democratic State convention was set for June 14 and city officials adjourned to June 20.
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Election Board
Democratic Gubernatorial Hopefuls Highlight Illinois Task
The passage lists leading Democratic gubernatorial aspirants including Judge William Prentiss of Chicago Elmore W Hurst of Rock Island Senator Lawrence B Stringer of Lincoln Justice G C Boggs of Fairfield Judge Owen B Thompson of Jacksonville Judge B B Burroughs Congressman Caldwell of Chatham and ex Congressman Fred J Kern of St Clair County, noting the need for a strong ex officio presiding officer for the State Senate.
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William Prentiss
Chicago
Elmore W. Hurst
Rockshind
Lawrence B. Stringer
Lincoln
G. C. Boggs
Pairfield
Owen B. Thompson
Jacksonville
B. B. Burroughs
Caldwell
Chatham
Fred J. Kern
St. Clair County
Direct Vote Possible After Springfield Republican Deadlock
The deadlock at the recent Republican State convention in Springfield may drive a movement for direct voter nominations by citizens at primaries.
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Springfield
State lodging house inspectors discharged in Cook County
Taxpayers learn that a State office exists in Illinois as inspectors are discharged in batches. Hon. Lawrence Sherman is elected to the office of Lieutenant Governor.
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Cook County
Ilinois
Hon
Lawrence. Sherman
Gover
Remains of Iroquois fire victim to be buried Sunday
The body of the theater fire victim remains above ground and will be interred Sunday. In line with the fitness of things there will be no vaudeville show at the Iroquois on that day.
John M Smyth praised as bulwark of Cook County Republicans
The piece extols John M Smyth as a stalwart of the Republican party in Cook County, noting his long service, integrity, and restraint in seeking honors. It credits him with helping strengthen the party's prestige and cites Fred A Busse as a key organizer who backed Charles S Deneen and propelled the county toward victory, shaping leadership.
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John M. Smyth
Republican Party
Listy
Cook County
Fred A. Busse
Charles S. Deneen
Springfield
Charles 8
Deneen
John J. Hinberg
A. Busse
Edward H. Peters Praised as W Park Board Member
Edward H. Peters is described as a highly useful and capable West Park Board member. A lifelong Republican, he is noted for loyal support of Governor Yates in Cook County during the recent pro convention campaign.
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Edward H. Peters
West Park
Yates
Cook
City Seeks Public Ownership Of Private Detective Agencies
In a push for municipal control, proposals for city ownership extend to private detective agencies. Critics warn a broad monopoly would be as intolerable as any trust. Col. Frank Dowden and Col. Lowden feature in a Republican campaign context with modest public claims.
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Senate
House of Representatives
Prank T. Dowden
Republican Party
West Tark system rattled by cold weather rumor
Rumors say the severe cold in the West Tark system is causing widespread trouble while Governor Yates reportedly feels unsettled, hinting at political nerves over the weather driven disruption.
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Yates
Elimination talk targets John M Smyth in curb politics
Opinion piece rails at political rabble who mock removal of figures like John M Smyth. The prose catalogs rhetoric and attacks on Smyth’s integrity, criticizing populist schemes and calling for measured, principled discourse amid partisan noise.
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John M. Smyth
O'Donnell Seeks Superior Court Bench Nomination
Joseph A. O'Donnell, whose strongDem ille provisional ticket showing last year boosted his voter appeal, could be nominated for the Superior Court bench this year. A victory would strengthen the entire county ticket and his electability.
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Tion
Joseph A. O'Donnell
Demille
Superior Court
Entre County
Campaign in Cook County Ten Districts Dominates Gubernatorial Era
In Illinois Cook County hosts ten congressional districts with Democrats predicting sweeping gains and Republicans denying the claim. Both parties boast strong candidates across districts, aiming to influence national control of Congress and counter Roosevelt’s presidency. The piece notes intense local battles, party unity efforts, and mentions Andrew J. Graham as a respected Democrat allied with statewide figures.
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Uuirties
Congress
Ulineis
Cook County
Cook
Roosevelt
Colosseum prep for Republican national convention
The Coliseum is rapidly being prepared for the Republican national convention to be held here in June. The sub-committee has set headquarters in the building and Chicago Telephone Company will provide a comprehensive, state of the art telephone service under Wheeler and General Ma Hibbard to meet all emergencies and demands.
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National Committee
Chicago Telene Company
Hildreth Backed Strongly for Dente Nomination in Cook County
Assistant City Tre Hildreth gains strong support for the Democratic nomination for either Circuit or Superior Court Clerkship. He stands among the younger Drorrion element in Cook County and enjoys the goodwill of Democratic workers, with potential to bring thousands of votes to the party ticket.
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Tre
Hildreth
Dente
Drorrion Yo
Cook County
Atticlal
Asurer
Harry
Superintendent Cooley Bans High School Secret Societies
Board of Education commends Superintendent Cooley for opposing high school fraternities and secret societies. Recommendations adopted require principals and teachers to deny recognition to any secret societies within schools and bar their meetings on school premises or in school buildings. The move targets interruptions to education across high schools and colleges.
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Cooley
Board of Education
Eet. Jung
Deniers Convening as Cook County Sees Party Conventions
Deniers of Cook County will be busy with party conventions in Jhune. The Election Commissioners office lists Shire Convention at HL 12 oe ner Hall Springfield Clark and Chicago avenue at 10 a.m. on dune 20. AL Chad First Congressional District Conven tion at State street 10 a.m. on dune 21. Second Congressional District Con
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Cook County
Springfield
Oener Hall
Clark
Chicago Avenue
Dune
AL Chad
Hos
State Street
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