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Newspaper
Chicago Eagle
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1900
Page
2
A Chicago alderman plans a council resolution to thoroughly investigate money sharks ties to police and fire departments. The Eagle reports alleged pay skims, loan schemes, and kickbacks, with calls to summon officials, inspect records, and expose financiers across city offices and schools.
Advertisement notes a price drop for Dobbins Electric soap to five cents matching Common brown soap. Claims long history of high quality for 33 years with full size bars and retailer distribution via grocers. Offers 139 25-cent books free for three wrappers plus seven cents postage.
The Eagle can be ordered at numerous city depots and shops including Chariee Macdonald & Co. 65 Washington Street and L. BH. Jackson at 06 Clark Street among others. Extensive list of depots covers Milwaukee Avenue to State Street with many Wells and Lake Avenue addresses noted. Also notes Union Traction Company criticism and painting services offered by Henry Brandt with Lincoln Avenue store.
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