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Newspaper
Chicago Eagle
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1909
Page
2
Analyzing options to stop the train noise from the Chicago Union Loop, the author urges removing the loop and building a downtown subway. Unified, straight line car operation is essential, and elevated trains should not enter the loop district in the future.
Chicago discussions push to remove the downtown loop, build a riverfront subway, and add temporary loop improvements. City officials consider electrifying rail lines entering Chicago by 1912 with eight mile radius limits, backed by old city charter powers, while graft and public dissatisfaction with traction growl in editorials.
Amusements page reviews multiple theater offerings with focus on Rex Beach adaptation The Barrier at McVicker's Theater starring Theodore Roberts as John Gale along with a large cast. Other items include The Old Town at Stude baker Theater and The Goddess of Liberty at Princess Theater with rising crowds.
All aboard for the Cub-Box series at various parks. Sunday Detroit visits American League Park while next week brings the White Sox versus the Cubs in the opener. Comiskey pitchers boost Sox confidence as Cubs face a tough test. The season closes with Detroit’s final appearance. Saturday features Rogers Parks versus McNichols West Ends and West Ends versus Leland Giants at Auburn Park. Gunther Park hosts Leland Giants versus Gunthera and Anson's Colts with Anson's Colts on Sunday.
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