Water graft sparks calls for full city facts in Chicago
A Chicago graft critic argues the Graft Committee ignored water tax dodging by the Byrne Flats on Sith and Halsted, while punishing a policeman for a $5 payoff. He demands full disclosure of free water claims, cites political influence around Mayor Harrison, and links ongoing council graft probes to broader city issues and gambling house indictments.
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Byrne
Sith
Halsted Street
Chicago
Former Alderman John O'Neill Recovering After Illness
Hundreds of friends learned of Alderman John O'Neill's severe illness this past week and his doctors now say he is out of danger and expected to recover quickly. O'Neill served the city faithfully as alderman and later as a track elevation expert.
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John O'Neill
O'Neill
City seeks harsher garbage rules protesters oppose
City Hall reports City Prosecutor Taylor drafting an ordinance forcing three separations of garbage for incineration. Residents would need three cans and three waste divisions, adding expense and hassle for households, allegedly to benefit garbage crematory interests. The current two-bin system remains under scrutiny.
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Taylor
Fetzer buys site for new Chicago building
The text notes John C. Fetzer, a leading Chicago capitalist and board member, has purchased the southwest corner of State Street and Jackson Boulevard and leased the ground for 20 000 dollars yearly. A handsome stone structure is planned, with Fetzer described as a prominent citizen and businessman.
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John C. Fetzer
Board of Education
State Street
Jackson Boulevard
Fetzer
Chicago
Persistent attacks on Lake Street Elevated road alarm officials
The text questions the meaning of ongoing, frequent assaults on the Lake Street Elevated line. It suggests officials aim to cripple the company and argues for supporting transportation and cargo undertakings instead of harassing them amid restricted mobility.
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Lake Street
Death of Harry C. Lydon Chicago Dredge and Dock VP
Harry C. Lydon, 82, vice president of the Chicago and Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Company, died of heart failure at his home on Grand Boulevard. A respected businessman and social figure, he was active in Sheridan and Athletic Clubs and Cook County Democracy. Funeral services were held at Corpus Christi Church with interment at Calvary.
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Harry C. Lydon
Chicago
Lydon
Grand Boulevard
Corpus Christi Church
Calvary
North Side trolley permits rejected by council committee
The Council Committee on Transportation refused to recommend issuing permits to the Union Traction Company for trolley line expansion on the North and West Side, halting the proposed project.
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Council Committee On Transportation
Union Traction Company
North
Citizens push to pursue municipal graft to Grand Jury
The City Council backs the committee action as North Side property owners protest on Lincoln avenue and Wella street. The Citizens Association vows to keep graft investigations alive and seek a Grand Jury trial, claiming Mayor Harrison and Chief O Neill say graft is hard to detect. The public endures franchise tensions and a ten day extension in the City Railway dispute.
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Harrison
Mushmouth
Johnson
Citizens’ Association
Gary
North Side
Lincoln Avenue
Wella Street
O'Neill
City Railway Company
Police praise as strikes settle and murder case nears closure
In the past week police faced both praise and progress on two major city concerns. South Side officers earned broad acclaim for handling strike troubles calmly, while North Side authorities appeared close to solving the car barn murder mystery, arresting a suspect. The simultaneous outcomes offered the force a real Thanksgiving.
Notable Citizen James A Hogan Praised in Illinois Stone Company
A reflection extols James A Hogan general manager of the Illinois Stone Company as upright, respected, and a loyal Republican figure in the community. The tribute highlights his sterling character and universal esteem locally.
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Ssion
James A. Mogan
Ilinois Stone Company
Mr. Hogan
Republican Party
Water Department Probe and Haymarket Veterans Pensions
The letter urges a Grand Jury investigation of the Water Department and hopes Chief of Police O Neill will restore half pay pensions to Haymarket Square veterans who have lost them recently, arguing they have drawn pensions for years.
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O'Neill
Haymarket Square
Ellicott Named Chief Electrician of Louisiana Purchase Expo
The city honors the brave workers who stood between danger and the public, praising their service as important. Ellicott is appointed chief electrician and mechanical engineer of the Louisiana Purchase Exposition, granted leave from December 1 to May 1 by the mayor, with high regard for his capabilities.
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Ellicott
City seeks claims bureau to settle damage suits
An ordinance proposes a claims bureau within the city attorney’s office to handle damage suit settlements. Chief Mushamfae’s leadership of the Fire Department is praised, and the public resents outside interference with his department.
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Bureau of Claims
Mushamfae
City Comptroller Seeks Radical Reforms in City Accounting
City comptroller McGann is said to have decided on radical changes and reforms in the city's system of accounting. Is a perfect system of city bookkeeping possible. A large sum was recently paid for reform work, and now the reform appears to be reformed.
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McGann
Recount Sparks Discrepancies in Election Office
A recount reveals discrepancies in recent election returns with possible wilful falsification. One candidate reportedly credited with 900 fewer votes in official totals than the recount shows, prompting scrutiny of the Election Commissioners' office.
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Hin
Storming the City Council fad grows in ownership push
A new trend among municipal ownership advocates sees persistent council pressure as part of a campaign. Regular actions hint at possible upcoming developments with uncertain outcomes and a potential surprise in store.
Shope Urged as Magruder Successor for Supreme Bench
Hon Sineon P Shope lauded as a capable law yer and potential replacement for Judge Magruder for the state Supreme Court seat. The commentary frames him as a strong candidate to join the bench.
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Sineon P. Shope
Magruder
Leader: Youth Slays Detective Shows Cigaret Dime Novel Danger
The account given by a young Marx on Lieffield avenue to the police, describing the slaying of Detective John Quinn, underscores the terrifying influence of cigaret smoking and dime novels on impressionable minds.
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Lieffield Avenue
Young Marx
John Quinn
Mahony Eyes Re-Election and Ward Shifts Stir Chicago Race
The article details Mahony’s decision to run again, moving support from the Fifteenth Ward to the North Side Astor Street area as Harrison eyes the governorship. It notes political maneuvers around Hearst, Bryan, and local party figures, with comments on endorsements and interparty tensions shaping Chicago politics.
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William Preston Harrison
Astor Street
William Mahony
Preaton
Mahony
Shaw to keynote Lincoln Day banquet for Roosevelt campaign
Secretary of the Treasury Leslie M Shaw will deliver the keynote at the Lincoln day banquet of the Marquette Club at the Auditorium He will be joined by Senator Lodge of Massachusetts Congressmen Cousins of Iowa and Boutell of Hinds with National Committeeman Stewart spearheading the event as a bright opening of the national campaign
Congressmen Warner Delays Gov Race Declaration
Congressmin Warner declines to announce candidacy for governor. He states he has not yet decided, warning that indecision can shape political fate as he contemplates his future in state leadership.
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Congressmin
Neat Warner
Hink
Private Joe Drops Out of the Guber Race
The report notes that Private Joe has decided to withdraw from the gubernatorial contest amid routine political maneuvering. The move ends his campaign expectations and prompts local reactions from supporters and rivals alike.
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Joe
Governor Yates Charges Agents Over State Institutions
Gov Yates faces criticism from allies and opponents over alleged mismanagement at the state charitable and penal institutions. He contends that if the charges are accurate, a powerful Democratic minority coalition would back the accusations and seek reform.
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Yates Tins
Acs
Regular ward club elections show firm Republican control
In city elections Tuesday the regular party organization won across most wards with only slight opposition in the Fifth. The ticket led by Thomas J. Fimicane carried the slate by a wide margin, while no governor candidate was endorsed anywhere. City Council meetings reveal shifts as past mobs target different council members, reflecting a curiously tense political scene.
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Thomas J. Fimicane
Sig
Saloon ordinances postponed to allow liquor group action
Mr. John Corvenka, a famed Haver and wine merchant at 621 Blue Island Avenue, helped delay two amendatory saloon ordinances in the City Council for a week. The delay gives the Liquor Dealers' Protective Association a chance to pursue action on these measures.
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John Corvenka
Blue Island Avenue
Liquor Dealers’ Protective Association
Graft Cases Flagged for Grand Jury Session
The article notes plans to present one graft case daily during the Grand Jury session. It argues the current pace will leave the jury only able to touch the fringe of graft, likening it to the mantle shrouding the Temple of Graft.
City employees’ work time questioned by lax enforcement
A fragmented report notes that city workers allegedly spend much of the day not working, with an average shift about five to six hours and minimal lunch breaks. Civil service watchers warned of stringent rules, while newspapers long carried stories on strict reporting and duty expectations.
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Thall
Lowting
Sis
Tt Ie
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