Germans Decry Mayor and Plot to Oust Him in Chicago
German Catholic and Lutheran groups in Illinois oppose Chicago Mayor Harrison over school board appointments and textbook policy. Federation actions threaten his political future, with German Catholic voters likely to withhold support if he seeks re election. Rowe, a key Republican organizer, may retain his post amid party calls for unity.
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Chicago
Tarrison
Harrison
United States
Democratic Party
Mier
Federation of
Hinvls
Carter HH
Aurora
German Catholic Federation
Federation
Political shifts and ethnic voting in Chicago mayoral race
The article argues that Mr Blarkson’s future position depends on a unifying political cause appealing to Poles, Bohemians, Dolans, and German Lutherans, criticizing Mayor Harrison for shifting support patterns. It notes expected backing from the German element and references past alliances with the elder Thatcher era.
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Chicago
West
Blarkson
Harrison
Thirrleon
Elvie
Maerlson
Peince Henry
Tall Cirenend
Foreman proposes advisory boards for County Board
MP Foreman, a Republican candidate for President of the County Board, says if elected he will seek authority to form advisory boards of “public spirited citizens” to guide his office. The idea draws criticism as a nuisance and questions the purpose of electing officials.
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MP Foreman
Klelbassa
Ile Wy
Chicago
Clay Coupell Vins Faces Water Access Debate
Fragmentary report notes a historic dispute over water as a luxury. It mentions a named group or person pushing reform and a policy debate around access to clean water in a tight, period-tinged tone.
Young Di Democrat Voiced as Possible Nineteenth District Senator
J Sullivady Vroneis is described as an able young Democrat and potential leader of his district. A Cook County figure, Sullivan is noted as one of the brightest young Donets in the area and a rising political name.
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Vroneis J. Sullivady
Sullivan
Cook County
Gol Pitgeelouid Renominated for Yet Another Election
The Clpeit Court backed Gol Pitgeelouid for the forthcoming election. He is praised as an excellent lawyer and would gain broad support from Cher HH bitheruis to the ker.
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Tle
Cher HH Bitheruis
Mayor Thocrigon Comments on Campaign Spending Ethics
The mayor criticizes Democratic campaign funding, urging money be spent transparently to withstand investigation. He questions the purpose and integrity of prior police assessments and implies a push for cleaner, accountable practices in local politics.
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Thocrigon
Chicago Democrats Weigh Septennial Court Ballot Aide
A column outlines potential Democratic nominees for Chicago offices. James McAndrews M J Quinn Thomas C Dennehy Ernst Hommel Daniel J McMahon Thomas A Smyth George J Foster Miles J Devine Albert Graff Alden FHS Peter Kielbasan and others are named as strong contenders for sheriff, treasurer, clerk, and county board.
Democratic slate touted for county offices and conventions
The article outlines a broad Democratic ticket for Cook County offices including County Treasurer Edward Brown and Senate nominees Henry Tartling and Sigmund Zelaler. It details nominations for Circuit and Superior Court benches, a County Commissioner candidate John Carden, and others, plus dates for district and senatorial conventions and primaries across June in Chicago. It notes plans for the Hamilton Club presidency and delegate representation based on Bryan votes.
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J. A. Hines
Freiberg’s Hall
Foresters
Cottage Grove
Lundquist
Gist and
Morgan
Watita Hall
Halsted
Thalia Hall
Alport
Columbia Hall
Honore
van Buren
Schwelm
Division
California
Aurora Hall
Huron
Milwaukee
North Side
Turner Hall
Seifert
Clark
Lawrence
Randolph
Honore and
Walhalla Hall
Wentworth
Thurman Club
Lmpke
Southport
Lincoln
T-City
Lemont
Sheehy’s
Grand Crossing
Turner
Green
Brand's Hall
Erle and Clark
Helnen'’s
Larrabee
Des Plaines
Democratic County Central Committee
Cook County
Springfield
Bryan
Patterson Aims For State Legislature Seat
Joseph Medill Patterson, son of Chicago Tribune editor Robert W. Patterson, has won Republican support to become a member of the Maols Legislature from the Third first Senatorial District. Born in Chicago about twenty five years ago, he has lived here most of his life except for schooling. Wealthy and well educated, he is poised to attract attention in state politics.
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Joseph Medill Patterson
Robert W. Patterson
Chicago Tribune
Chicago
John C Fetzer Named Vicent of Hamilton Club
John C Fetzer, a well known Chicago business figure, is slated for election as Vicent of the Hamilton Club next week. Fetzer is widely respected among acquaintances and regarded as a leading member of the club’s elite.
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Theodox. Long
Hamilton Club
John C. Fetzer
Businessien
Chicago
Fetzer
Bin
Foreign born policemen spar over Chicago politics
Readers in Chicago publish letters attacking Alderman Minnegen over claims that foreign born officers are unfit. A self described foreign born policeman offers a challenge to test merit, citing hero roll calls from landmark battles. Other letters ask city officials to curb water bill hikes, uniform sourcing, and nickel in the slot machines. Leading Republicans push Francis My Woods for State Senator.
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Kenry F. Donovan
Chicago Eagle
Chicago Chronicle
Alderman Minnegen
United States
Civil Service
Tom
Chicago
Ring
State Street
Minwegen
The
Eagle
Police and Fire Pension Fund
Minnegen
Cvil
Amd
Bunker Hil
New Orleans
Fort Sumter
Bull Run
Vair Oaks
Chickahominy
Malvern HM
Fredericksburg
Gettysburg
Five Forks
Ertigen
Atu
O'Donnells
Connells
O'Briens
Keeleys
McCormacks
Ryans
Glenn Castle
County Clare
Ireland
Eagle Office
Pickering Seeks Clerk of the Supreme Court Nomination
John J. Pickering of Sangamon withdraws as a candidate for Clerk of the Supreme Court before the Democratic State convention. He is described as a lifelong Democrat, a skilled newspaper correspondent, and an honorable man who would be a strong candidate for the office.
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the Eagle
Police
John J. Pickering
Sangamon
Supreme Court
Pickering
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Carter
Fred J. Rowe
Jacksonville
Republican State Central Committee
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James McAndrews
Congress
M. J. Quinn
Thomas C. Dennehy
Ernst Hommel
Daniel J. McMahon
Board of Education
Hin
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George J. Foster
Miles J. Devine
Albert Givatl
Graff
Alden Fhs Puny
Me. Movels
Thomas Ismineh
Jany
Teket
Charles
Breyer
Cireles
Perkinson
Lwyer
Albert Graff
Peter Kielbasan
City of
Edward 0. Brown
Lon. Henry ¢. Tartling
John Carden
Prindivite
Circuit
Superior Court
William de Bartain
Sigmund Zelaler
Democrats
J. McHugh
John F. Waters
William I. Mahony
Mahony
Voice OF the People
Engle
O'Trourke
Indiana
Swift
Pater Familias
Thirteenth Ward
Francis My Woods
Woods
Menoken Club
Educational Association
Wabash Avenue
Legislative Voters’ League
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