Mayor Dunne to purge graft from Chicago police
A major push by Mayor Dunne targets graft in the Chicago Police Department. The story claims a long standing graft virus pervades high ranks and nepotism thrives, with the mayor promising a cleansing purge once labor troubles ease. Commissions and inspectors, led by William Hard, investigate multiple bureaus including Public Works and the water and street offices.
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Dunne
Public Works
Public Service
Department of Public Work
Patterson
William Hard
Department
Civil Service Commission
Hard
Mayor Dunne urged to appoint honest police chief to curb graft
The editorial urges Mayor Dunne to avoid appointing a grafting chief of police and backs Inspector Hunt as a principled candidate. It argues Hunt’s leadership would reduce graft, with Burns as assistant superintendent and detectives Bacon and Burke as capable aides, noting recent effective actions in Hyde Park and Del Prado areas.
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Dunne
Inspector Hunt
Hunt
Ben Burns
Bacon and Burke
Acquittal of Local Banker Perry Seen as Justice
The acquittal of Tanne N. Perry, former president of the National Bank of North America, on arson charges is hailed by his supporters as a just outcome. Friends in the community express continued belief in his innocence and high standing.
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Tanne N. Perry
The
National Bank of North America
Perry
Revell Praised for Refusal to Demagogue in Springfield
Alexander H. Revell gains esteem by not posing as a demagogue before the Legislature at Springfeld. The article questions why Chief of Police ONeill, an honest and capable official, should be reappointed given his record free of dishonesty and boodle taint.
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Springfeld
Lexander H. Revell
O'Neill
Chicago to Choose New Police Chief Caution Raised
The mayor urged caution in selecting a successor to Honest Frank O'Neill warning against appointing a grafted official a part owner in a gambling house or a man whose name is a byword for boodle, stressing integrity and trust.
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Chicago
Frank O'Neill
Fletcher Dobyns Receives Lawyerly Reputation for Integrity
Fletcher Dobyns has built a solid reputation as a lawyer. Four men known for their honor could fit well on the bench, reflecting high regard for his professional standards and potential judicial fit.
W Clyde Jones Named For Circuit Position
W Clyde Jones, a prominent and successful lawyer, is mentioned as a candidate for one of the positions on the Circuit and Su.
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W. Clyde Jones
Benches to be filled in county fall election
There is discussion of filling perior benches in the county fall election. Mr. Jones of Jones & Addington, 100 Washington street, is named as a leading Chicago lawyer who would not serve on the Cook County bench. The piece urges enforcement of theater rules and notes public life concerns at Lincoln Park and in daily commentary on water germ theory.
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Perior
Coun Fig
Jones
Jones & Addington
Washington Stree
Chicago
Cook County
Huw
Lincoln Park
Trustee 7 White Attacks City School Expenditures
School advocate Trustee 7 White presents facts showing about 50,000 city school children lack accommodation or education due to current expenditures.
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White
City Board of Education
Glasgow correspondent Raymond presents thoughtful civic utility essays
A Tribune special from Glasgow by Raymond offers careful, polished letters on municipal ownership. The correspondent gathers facts and presents them clearly, delivering first-class newspaper work in support of the agitating issue.
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Glasgow
the Tribune
Raymond
Public Official Sheriff Barrett Upholds Duty in Schools
A brief note praises Sheriff Barrett for commitment to duties toward the people and his responsibility to public service in the wake of a strike affecting a public school. The remark emphasizes steady leadership and focus on community needs.
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Barrett
City police stations linked by phone except two busy districts
Chief ONeill explains that all city stations are connected by telephone except the North Halsted and Larrabee street stations, which serve the citys central, populous districts.
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Halsted
Larrabee
O'Neill
John T. Connery Praised as Public Spirited Chicago Citizen
The notice lauds John T. Connery as one of Chicago's best and most public spirited citizens, a man who would worthily and honorably hold any office entrusted by the people.
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John T. Connery
Chicago
Coroner's Jury Urges Consideration for Lives
The coroner's jury reflects on the value of life amid ongoing incidents, urging authorities to weigh the consequences of each death and to act with greater diligence to prevent further loss.
Coroner's Jury Delivers Findings On Patrol Sergeant Death
A coroner's jury has held to the grand jury a man charged with causing the death of a police patrol sergeant who was detailed and on strike duty. Governor Deneen is praised for guarding public interests, portrayed as a devoted and conservative chief executive of Illinois.
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Deneen
Roosevelt Thanks Chicago Police Chief for Escort
President Roosevelt personally thanked Chief O Neill for excellent and thorough escort and police protection of the ruler during his stay in Chicago. The Chief received praise from the president for maintaining security and order during the visit.
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Et of
Chicago
Rovvelt
O'Neill
Chi+ CuO
Chicago Telephone Company Reaches Peak Public Use
Under the management and direction of ALS Hibbard the Chicago Phone Company has met the maximum of public usefulness. All subscribers are thoroughly satisfied with service and business interests have been served. The public in general grows more satisfied with each year.
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Als. Hibbard
Chicago
Roosevelt visit to Chicago urged support for law order
The piece lauds President Roosevelt in Chicago noting the impact of his presence on upholding law and free institutions. It calls for citizens to unite behind government leaders, obey the law, and resist disobedience while defending the blessings of free government. It mentions Governor Deenen and Mayor Dunne in backing lawfulness.
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Roosevelt
Chicago
United States
Debeen
Dunne
Mayor Dunne Forms Commission on Teamsters Strike
Mayor Dunne appoints a commission to probe the Teamsters strike reflecting credit on him. The move shows a wish to relieve the public burden quickly as it grows intolerable, and his welcome to Roosevelt honors his office.
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Dunne
Teamsters
Chicago Drainage Board election in view of party tickets
Readers are told that the Chicago Drainage Board race will feature full party tickets after the abolition of cumulative voting. The piece notes bipartisan support for capable candidates, mentions an independent ticket, and discusses broader implications for public service and urban drainage governance.
Roosevelt Honored by Chicago at Welcome Reception
Chicago welcomed President Roosevelt with a dignified, enthusiastic reception. A highlight was his entertainment by the T roquois Club, whose Democratic leadership organized a complete program reflecting steadfast party principle.
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Chicago
Roosevelt
Troquois Club
Democratic Club
Political Miracle Swings Ward For Judge Dunne
John BE Owens Thoms M Ryan James R Buckley M H Rogers and Ao McLaughlin rallied in the last election to bring the Thirteenth Ward to support Judge Dunne. Their efforts helped elect two Democratic Aldermen from the same district.
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John Be, Owens
Thoms M. Ryan
James R. Buckley
M. H. Rogers
Ao McLaughlin
Judge Dunne
Sale
Public works urged to clear obstruction on South Water Street
Citizens urge Mayor Dunne to clear the obstruction on South Water Street claiming it a long needed public service and a removal of a crying public nuisance.
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South Water Street
Dunne
City graft shakeup raises hope for police department
As graft shakeups unfold across city bureaus, the public hopes the Police department will not be forgotten and will receive attention in reform efforts.
Willan C Doyle for Drainage Trustee Nomination
Willan C Doyle a prominent Chicago businessman and Republican leader in the Thirteenth Ward is urged for the Drainage Trustee nomination. Supported by Republicans and many respected citizens for faithful efficient service, his nomination at the convention is described as assured.
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Willan C. Doyle
Doyle
Thirteenth Ward
Chicago
Hyde Park Police Division Threat Over Ben Burns Crew
Friends of SS Mayor threaten to disclose a fine state of affairs in the Blind Pig division if charges are brought against Assistant Inspector Ben Burns and Detectives Bacon and Burke of Hyde Park district, standing by the mayor.
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Ben Burns
Bacon and Burke
Hyde Park
Police Department
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