07 Nov 1914
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Newspaper
Chicago Eagle
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1914
Page
1
The Eagle cautions readers about graft in public improvements and rail projects. It claims grafting rings profit from contracts and extras while questioning if government funds benefit the public. It notes political shifts in Cook County, rail electrification opposition, and calls for redistricting and reform.
The district expects at least eight million dollars more in revenue from the war tax, aided by stamps purchases and additional staff. Governor Dunne criticizes punitive measures in state institutions, calling for humane restraint and modern methods. Local merchants oppose a new lodging house on Peoria Street, citing blight on Madison Street and property values, with 100 signatures on a petition led by Alderman Healy. Philip J. McKenna returns part of his October salary amid ongoing political campaigns.
The city faces a big fight as reformers contend with graft concerns amid a payroll of 23 926 names. George F. Harding defeats his Democratic rival in a district race with 4 116 votes to 3 544 for Mac Pherson, while Sullivan's vote signals broad Chicago support. Governor Dunne proclaims Thanksgiving on November 26 per Wilson's call, urging gratitude for national blessings.
Residents protest new armory and stables site for the 1st Illinois cavalry at Broadway and Cornelia. Voters sign petitions to Governor Dunne and Building Commissioner Ericsson, calling the placement a nuisance and urging action.
Adam Wolf and William H. Weber appear to have been re elected County Assessors, detailing Wolf's lead of twenty five thousand votes and noting sixteen years on the Board. The piece credits their public records and honesty, while reflecting on Chicago politics and voter messaging. It also reports judges proposing a state farm near Chicago to handle wayward youths as an alternative to prisons and jails.
The Chicago Eagle predicted victories for Democratic candidates in Cook County where Henry Stuckart and Thomas F. Scully won majorities. Democrats swept county and municipal offices, with totals showing broad support and defeats for the County Union.
City officials refute a rumor that 500 licenses would lapse, confirming 7152 saloon licenses remain in Chicago after the renewal period. J F McCarty, assistant city collector, says all licenses secured renewals or bonds, with transfers affecting ownership. Mayor Harrison explains licenses stay active until biennial lapse rules, and renewed locations keep the license money.
Trust Press attacks a proposed road project benefiting car owners funded by bonds and city taxes. The critic laments burden on property owners on the North and South sides and warns the move sets a pattern to tax the public for a privileged class, calling out railroad discrimination.
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