Palmer for Mayor heir apparent to Chicago politics
The piece outlines Mayor Carter H. Harrison's plan to retire after his term, pursue national politics, and back Honore Palmer as the next Democratic mayoral nominee. It also notes Harrison's bid to become Democratic National Committeeman, his world trip, and return to seek the presidency.
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Carter H. Harrison
Chicago
Illinois
Democratic Party of
Harrison
Honore Palmer
Palmer
Chicago Graft Report and City Hall Reform Push
A long Chicago dispatch details graft findings and reform goals. It cites a state law on tunnel removal, criticism of bookmaking, and calls for police and firemen reform, civil service purity, and tighter liquor licensing while noting political contest over Yates and Roosevelt.
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Great
Policemen's Protective Association
Mann
Chicago River
House Committee On Interstate and Foreign Commerce
Chicago Trust
Chicago
Yates
Tribune
Jeisny
Willan and Hearst Facing Democratic Nomination Bid
An alliance between Willan and Hearst is described as a certainty with a confidant stating the agreement aims to present Hearst's name at the St. Louis convention. The report notes the expected plan centers on placing Bryan before delegates.
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Willan
Bey
Nan
Hoare
Bryan
Hearst
St. Louis
Judges Term Expiration List for This Year
The terms of jurists Henry V. Freeman Arthur H. Chetlain Elbridge Hanecy Axel Chytraus Philip Stein and Jesse Holdom expire this year. The notice outlines upcoming term expirations affecting court schedules and potential reappointment or replacement actions in the jurisdiction.
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Henry V. Freeman
Arthur H. Chetlain
Elbridge Hanecy
Axel Chytraus
Philip Stein
Jesse Holdom
Gibbons As Democratic Pick For Board Of Review Seat
Harry Tt. Gibbons is the Democratic tip for member of the Board of Review to succeed Florus D Meacham. He has the backing of Marshall Field and Chicago’s leading business men.
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Harry Tt. Gibbons
Board of Review
Florus D. Meacham
Mr. Gibbons
Marshall Field
Chicago
Chicago Fire Dept Reform Sparks Debate On Civil Service
A harsh attack on Chicago civil service reforms targets the fire department, arguing that literacy and grammar tests undermine brave firefighters. Fire experts defend exams, calling for practical training and hands on experience, while critics urge restoring merit through field competence and removing bureaucratic barriers.
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