Rumors and candidates swirl in Chicago political race
The piece notes tensions on the West and North Sides over a South Side dispute and hopes for a speedy resolution. It highlights Lawrence J. Colley backing Wilkin Randolph Hearst and Cyrus Jandus as potential Democrat nominees, plus Alfred E. Murr as a strong West Side alderman candidate. It also mentions a new legal firm formed by Former Judge Oliver Horton with Paul Brown and John H. Miller, and hints at Adams A. Goodrich’s potential Superior Court bid amid a vibrant Cook County political scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oliver H. Horton
Paul Brown
John IH. Miller
First National Bank
Chicago
Horton
West
Notable Chicago Lawyers and Officials Highlight Careers
Hon Elbridge Hancey resumes active practice as attorney and counsellor at law. His recognized ability has already secured him extensive business. Hon William F Mahony is a loyal Chicago representative in Congress. C S Goodwin, 226 La Salle Street, a leading broker, engages in stock trading and lending with strong community confidence. Former Judge Elmund W Burke ranks among Chicago's greatest lawyers. Hon William Hue Thompson is a respected business leader and public official trusted by Chicago and Cook County residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elbridge Hancey
Mr. C. 8. Goodwin
la Salle Street
Chicago
Asin
Goodwin
Elmund W. Burke
Political slate hints for local Republican tickets
The piece proposes Edward Mudhoe fer as coroner candidate and notes his business respectability. It also suggests former County Attorney Robert & Ties and P. C. Haley as Attorney General contenders. Hon John Tt. Chverly is praised for public service. Frederick Schultz of Schultz & Hirach is cited as a respected merchant and Wet Park Board member.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Mudhoefer
Robert & Ties
P. C. Haley
Ile
Drainage Board
Frederick Schultz
Schultz & Hirach
Wet Park Board
Schultz
Breyer and Foster Notables on West Side Leaderboard
Charles C. Breyer head of a well known plumbing business at 187 West Division Street is cited as a popular and successful West Side figure and potential County Commissioner. Hon. George P. Foster is praised as a capable national legislator. Dr. W. C. Price is noted as a respected Chicago citizen and a leader among American pure food promoters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles C. Breyer
West Division Street
West Side
George P. “Foster
W. C. Price
Chicago
Americ
Counry
Chicago Dems Weigh Hoyne for Superior Court Judge
The text notes Mr. Thomas M. Hoyne as a strong and popular lawyer likely to be nominated by Democrats for Superior Court Judge next year, given his prior provisional candidacy from June. It also lauds Mr. Stillman B. Jamieson as a superior master in chancery and cites Hon. William Prentles as a popular Democratic ticket contender.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas M. Hoyne
Hoyne
Chicago
Stillman B. Jamileson
William Prentles
Rising Young Lawyer Hunts Loyal Democrat Leader
Hon Michael E Hunt described as a rising young lawyer and respected bar member. A loyal Democrat, he was elected to the last Legislature, where he made an excellent record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michael E. Hunt
Hunt
Tatge and Stein Featured for Chicago Superior Court
Gustavus J. Tatge stands among Chicago's leading lawyers and is a respected Democrat. Philip Stein is expected to be renominated for Superior Court Judge, his record on the bench cited as ensuring re-election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gustavus J. Tatge
Chicago
Mr. Tatge
Superior Court
Philip Stein
Lounge Brothers at Dearborn Street Chicago
Lounge Brothers, prominent Chicago shoe merchants at 10 Dearborn street, are highly respected businessmen supplying the finest grade gentleman's shoes at reasonable prices and enjoying flourishing business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lounge Brothers
Dearborn Street
Amany
Chicago
Paul Pohl A Popular Chicago Brewer Declines Honors
Mr. Paul Pohl, leading wells beer brewer of the United States, ranks as a popular Chicago citizen. He is affable in manner, square in dealings, and punctual in appointments, having repeatedly declined political honors to focus on his rapidly growing business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul Pohl
Wells Beer
United States
Chicago
Thompson Brothers Put Old Cascade on Market
The Thompson Brothers, known turf experts, have the Old Cascade on the market. Their leadership signals potential success for the property and marks a notable transition in its management.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thompson Brothers
Steuben Wine Company Prominent Chicago Liquor Supplier
The Steuben Wine Company ranks among the nation's largest firms with its Chicago headquarters at 210 and 212 Madison Street. It supplies the finest wines and liquors at very reasonable prices to customers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Steuben Wine Company
Chicago
Madison Street
Actress Sparks Press Clash Over Kiss Demand
An actress faced a public uproar after refusing to kiss the leading man, drawing two columns of notices as fans and tabloids debated the scene and its implications for the film and star power.
Theater blaze mirrors a critic’s sharp wit in old column
A fragmentary piece blends dramatic fire imagery with political musings on politicians and statesmen. It cites Speaker Reed’s quip about service to people versus service for self and ends with a sardonic line about marriage and a union card.
Kindness Increases Milk Yield, Science Proclaims
Science asserts cows treated with kindness yield more milk than neglected counterparts, a timeless claim reaffirmed by researchers. The saying that kindness is the touch of nature that makes the world kin frames the observation as a universal truth in farming and animal welfare.
The Human Equation in Aeronautics and Nation character
The article argues progress in aeronautics hinges on the human element rather than theory. It stresses average intellect and virtue shape national character, guiding policy and progress while noting rare wrongdoings do not justify broad generalizations. It concludes the average remains the crucial factor in national condition.
Mystery donor funds gift to Cooper Wilon revealed
A $250000 gift was given to Cooper Wilon by an anonymous donor with instructions to keep the giver unnamed. Mr Hewitt accepted the donation and died without disclosing the name. At the Union’s annual meeting trustees admitted they do not know and will not seek the donor’s identity.
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Hewitt
Cooper Wilon
Union
Widow's risky gift to suitor aids his business career
A credulous widow and elderly parents sign over savings and property to a man and to children in return for promises of care. The piece notes growing female employment and the perils of trusting promises, raising caution about financial gullibility in domestic and urban life.
Women and car laws cut thefts amid careful Chicago rules
The article notes women exhibit lower embezzlement risk due to fewer temptations and stronger reputation concerns. Chicago enforces strict auto regulations with operator tests, licenses, double brakes, visible numbers, and an eight mile per hour limit. Since enforcement began, only two fatalities in four years and few other accidents have occurred.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Walking Cure and Health Progress in Modern Times
The piece extols walking as a health cure, cites Rev. Olympia Brown on population and a need for childless aunts, and recounts BE. C. Norris walking 10,000 miles in 26 months. It also notes science reducing death rates, sanitation gains, infant mortality drops, and Italian surplus amid graft concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Olympia Brown
Mr. Brown
Delty
E. C. Norris
New York
San Francisco
Hoctors
Arizona
Colorado
Kansas
BE. C. Norris
Northward borders and tariffs mirror early U S growth
Discussion of the Alaska boundary and tariff revisions sparks American interest in Canada. The text notes similarities between Canada’s development and U S history, suggesting a forthcoming period of notable change and expansion in the neighbor to the north.
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Alaskan
England
Canada
United States
Great Britannia Empire and Western Canada Prosperity
Long view of imperial growth ties Canada’s progress to the Canadian Pacific Railway. It notes land sales surpassing 2.5 million acres in a year, with average prices near four dollars per acre, and describes rising western settlement and CPR revenues as pioneers open the West. Also discusses corset safety myths, citing a Buffalo death with corset steel in the heart as a cautionary tale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Thitain
Empire Colony
Newfoundland
Portland Canal
Union Pacific
Columbia
Canada
Canadian Pacific Railroad
Ita
Fragmented thoughts on war strategy and ethics
The text argues that Russia would rather resist surrender or sue for peace than concede, while a doctor seeking to end incurable cases may reassess his stance when faced with an incurable situation. It contrasts geopolitical resolve with medical ethics in a concise, reflective manner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Peary Outlines North Pole Reach Methods
The article notes Peary announces three routes to the north pole but provides no details on how he discovered them. It critiques Japan’s restraint against criticism of the Czar and remarks on lawyers who avoid court, concluding that one cannot grow morally while fighting neighbors.
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Peary
North Pole
Japan
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Lawrence J. Colley
Wilkin Randolph Hearst
Coffey
Iowa
Hearst
American
Examiner
Sullivan
Cyril R. Jandus
Congress
Jandus
Senate
Alfred E. Murr
Thirteenth Ward
Barr
Adams A. Goodrich
Cook County
Tom Murray
William F. Mahony
Hfon
William Hue Thompson
Chicage
John Tt. Chverly
W. W. Wheelock
Sife
Reed
Father Hagerty
Serence
Thes
Health Department of
Italy
Schenectady
Scranton
William Halliday
Buffalo
George R. Baker
Clark and
Randolph Streets
Lena A. White
White's College OF Shorthand
Fine Arts
Michigan Ave
Jackson Boyl. and
Clark ST
Board OF Trade
Bar
Isidore Hi. Himes
the Superior Court
Ashland Block
Illinois
Edward B. Esher
Oxford
la Galle &T
Atte
Chamber of Commerce
LAW Office
Louis J. Behan
Stock Exchange Building
Alfrede.barr
Calumet
Chicago, Ill
Telephone Central
Goodi
Vincent & Bradley
the Rookery
Adame A. Goodrich
William A. Vines
Relph
R. Bradley Harrison
O’shaughnessy
Sak Central
William, Black
Ashland
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