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Newspaper
Chicago Eagle
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1902
Page
1
The water office ordinance revived and rushed through Chicago City Council would make Lake Michigan water a billable luxury. It requires meters for many buildings and imposes ten cents per thousand gallons, raising fears of higher rents, dampened enterprise, and public health risk amid ongoing budget strains.
The Chicago Eagle argues that passage and enforcement of the water meter ordinance threaten public health, citing six to eight months of City Health Department reports showing typhoid, scarlet fever, and other diseases epidemically present in Chicago. It says ongoing uncleanliness and unmopped sewers fuel these illnesses.
An Evening Journal editorial argues a Chicago water meter ordinance could create a costly monopoly if enforced, noting only three or four firms exist and questioning who bears the burden. It praises the current Public Works Commissioner as honest and urges vigilance against favoritism.
The text criticizes a costly new municipal department funded by the Whole program, arguing the city is financially bankrupt. Taxpayers watch City Hall with growing impatience, wondering how long the burden will last.
A Washington dispatch reports Senator Mason displaying wry optimism amid a state convention. He notes he has 370 delegates opposed to instructions and 570 working to defeat Hopkins, praising his own indomitable spirit and fighting resolve.
A contemporaries column misquotes Dr. T N Dae Mileson about true work at the county convention. The report ties his remarks to the Republican State convention, implying misattribution of his statements.
The article cites accusations of distorted reporting at a convention and questions the credibility of Dr. Jamieson and the press. It notes rising mortality claims and a wary stance on public health data, while marking local officials like Mr Blount and Mr Porem an as figures of interest in Chicago politics and county governance.
The Chronicle notes debates over a Democratic legislature as a remedy to Republican scandals. It argues local Democratic papers and leaders could hurt the party more at home than national issues, cautioning against overreliance on national trends.
In Cook County observers question how long Fred Blount will control public and official life. Friends claim he controls the Jury Commissioner, formerly an officer for Blount's bank, and now succeeded by another man.
The report states Chicago is to be selected as the Democratic Congressional Committee headquarters with Ben Cable as Executive Committee chair urging Chicago over Washington. Cable, a highly capable manager, argues Chicago’s central role benefits national campaigns and could unify Western Democrats after past factional splits.
Capt. Willan P. Baek stands to be nominated for a judgeship by the Democratic convention. His selection would bring strong backing from all City and County Democratic factions and bolster party cohesion across the region.
The article questions Mayor Harrison's potential appearance at a County Democratic Diss meeting at Northwestern Park. It notes that party leaders view him unfavorably and suggests prudence would be to withdraw or avoid confrontation if he attends.
The Chicago Eagle argues for a small, expert core to run the fall campaign in Cook County, warning that too many advisory leaders risk entrenching themselves and compromising voter trust. It notes Republicans rejected a similar judge selection plan, favoring public, unhampered choice of judicial and other candidates.
The Cook County Democratic Party expands its volunteer base as campaign efforts intensify. A June 7 picnic, corrected from June 1, will feature national and international figures to address a mass meeting signaling the campaign’s opening at both county and state levels. Notables invited include Travis BHM and David B Rose, with others such as Tom Taggart and Governor Montague expected. The event aims to mobilize voters and energize party supporters across Illinois.
The piece argues Democrats in Illinois have a strong chance to win the state ticket this fall. It notes broad belief that the party will perform well in the upcoming election, with political observers predicting a potential statewide victory in November.
Health Commissioner Reynolds urged the City Council to appropriate 50 dollars at their last meeting to battle smallpox. He warned the disease has shifted from a mild to a more severe form in the city, contrasting with claims that the city is the healthiest on earth.
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