Free Silver Campaign Plans Spark Chicago Banquet
The Irish Fellowship Club announces a March 17 banquet to launch a free silver campaign with Senator Thomas Patterson of Colorado and Mayor Harrison’s emissary Edward Lahiff, aiming to boost free silver in the West and stir support for the 1904 campaign. Harrisons allies tout a strong political push amid city hall intrigue and graft investigations.
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Harrison
Chicago
Trish Fellowship Club
Edward M. Lahiff
United States
Thomas M. Patterson
Colorado
West
Irish Fellowship Jobholders’ Club
Court reform urged to halt fat receivership clerks
Democratic leaders praise Hon. George Edmanyon as a highly popular figure for the party while urging an end to appointing court clerks to fat receiverships. The note highlights political support and a push for reform in judicial appointments.
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George Edmanyon
Congressman War ner hints at gubernatorial bid
The congressman remains undecided on a Republican gubernatorial run, saying he is in the hands of friends. He states there is another Richmond in the field and signals a potential candidate presence.
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Vespasian Warner
Richmond
W. W. Wheelock
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Wheelock
The Brutal Boots and City Hall Contempt in Chicago
A Chicago newspaper item details Mayor Harrison’s public humiliation of publisher William Randolph Hearst, via confidential envoy Lahiff, signaling political tactics against Hearst’s Chicago American and Examiner. It notes reactions from Congressman Williams, judgments on streetcar liability by Judge Stein, and Local political commentary on reform, graft, and election issues shaping city governance.
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Hhis
Europe
Cleveland
George B. McClellan
William KR. Hearst
Harrison
Eagle
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Chicago American
City Hall
Washington
Journal
Congressman Williams
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Williams
Austin Citizens Seek City Water Supply
Austin residents press for city water amid local supply concerns. The Western suburb residents have a history of bold, adventurous actions and again show spirit in seeking reliable water access.
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Austin
Street Car Strike Inflicts Hardships on Public
The public bears the brunt of the street car strike as business suffers and travelers face many conveniences removed. Evening scenes show hardships for innocent people with no stake in the dispute, underscoring widespread disruption and frustration.
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Harrison
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