Hopkins Shot nearly a year and a half later unanswered
Chicago voters wonder why Mayor Carter J. Harrison has remained silent after Hopkins accused him of remarks aimed at boosting his state committee bid. The heated confrontation in the Springfield convention era sparked personal insults and threatened charges of slander as witnesses describe a tense dome building exchange.
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Chicago
Pempcratle
Sprinatioht
John J. Tropkins
Daily Press
Carter J. Harrison
Harrison
Hopkins
Auestiony
Thopkin
Mit
Slinder
Hbel
Roger Sullivan
Jiopkina
Mayor Harrison Seen as Possible U S Presidential Candidate
The article discusses Chicago Mayor Harrison and his potential bid for the presidency while under scrutiny from former Mayor Hopkins. It cites remarks from a recovered record and notes public reactions and political implications.
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Chicago
The
Eagle
Harrison
United States
Hopkins
City Water Bureau Mess From Costly Bookkeeping Fix
Commissioner of Public Works Blok discusses the water bureau muddle caused by a costly bookkeeping upgrade. The critique targets the city administration's policy of saving at the spigot and spending at the bung hole, framing the reform as a wasteful misstep.
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Publie
Water Bureau
County board opens bids for coal contract amid stalemate
The County Board decides to advertise for new bids on the county institution coal contract as inmates risk freezing due to the deadlock. The public dispute over the contract remains unresolved with little consensus on the underlying issues.
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Thong
City Council Fast Tracks Electric Sign Permits
More than forty orders were rushed through the City Council at the last session granting special permits to erect electric signs. The aldermanic committee is asked to consider what caused the rush and review the action.
Council member dismissed over alleged abuse claim
A Chicago alderman was fired on Monday night amid charges of beating his mother. The City Council faces scrutiny as a public ethics exemplar, with the Harrison era noted for a rising ethical reputation.
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Tecoles
Marquette Club Fights Public View and Immorality
The Marquette Club launches a crusade on the North Side against public vice. The initial move targets the levee at North Clark State and Wells streets to push the contamination back to its source in the First Ward.
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Marquette Club
Feld
North Clark
State
Wells Streets
First Ward
Grub Club's Turnout Elicits City Hall Noted Excitement
The Grub Club draws attention as many expect strong turnout. Members are mostly City Hall employees and claim a respected position, with their reputation cited as a point of pride.
Superintendent of Local Transportation Proposal Sparks City Office Talk
A proposed new city office would bear the title Superintendent of Local Transportation, signaling the creation of a transportation bureau and a formal executive role to oversee city transit planning and services. This move points to expanded municipal governance and focus on local mobility.
Taxes and Campaigns Weakened by Masqueraides Bureaucracy
The Masqueraides city administration shows little change in politics as Aldermanic campaigns begin with few candidates. With the Tencerats launching a state campaign in Illinois, expectations point to few participants at the Armory on January 8.
Chicago Democracy Ball Purpose Debated
The Chicago Democracy questions the function of a fundraising ball citing concerns it could lead to graft. Observers expect business leaders, often involved in such events, to comment after the occasion.
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Chicago
Political Reform Opinions Roil Illinois Primaries
The Aldermen debate civic rights amid calls for reform while Mr Haley receives praise for drainage work and State's Attorney Deneen argues the primaries need reform. The Eagle contends current reforms were once needed but now require compliance rather than further change.
Water meter reformers push lead after minor touch
In a brief note the writer suggests ongoing action on the water meter business. If reformers are serious they will pursue the lead beyond the fringe touched in the past week. The tone implies investigation and potential further scrutiny.
Supreme Court to rule on holdover police method phase
The Supreme Court sustains Ex Chief Ripley’s March 14 1808 order discharging holdover patrolmen from before the civil service law. The decision opens the door for a ruling on the methods used to remove those officers and related procedures.
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of Police
Ripley
Supreme Court
City to prepare legislation for upcoming session
The mayor appointed a centulites at a council meeting to draft needed city legislation for submission to the next legislature. A traction bill is likely the main focus, following the fate of prior measures like the Mueller and Allen laws.
Supreme Court Rules on Radio Road Property Assessment
The Illinois Supreme Court on Tuesday affirmed Sangamon Circuit Court findings in the case of Carter H. Harrison Mayor of Chicago v State Board of Equalization. It refused to issue a writ of mandamus to force assessment of radio road property beyond main tracks as local property. The Eagle condemns the crusade as buncombe from start to finish.
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Buncombe
Supreme Court of
Sangamon Circuit Court
State of
Mlinois
Carter H. Harrison
Chicago
State Board of Equalization
The
Eagle
Gallery
Hall of Graft to Be Removed From Democratic Path
A long delayed obstacle in the local Democratic party is about to be cleared. Citizens expect the return of old-time democracy with the removal of the kind of graft shadowing city and county politics.
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Democratic Party
Judge Tanecy Receives Additional Legal Certificate
The Supreme Court sustained Judge Tanecy in a recent opinion, supporting a famous decision he made after intense press scrutiny. The ruling upholds his reputation and the dignity of his court, highlighting his thorough ability to defend his actions.
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Tanecy
Supreme Court
Illinois Democrats Back McClellan In New York Mayor Race
Illinois Democratic leaders express keen interest in the Greater New York municipal election. Acknowledging George B. McClellan as a well suited candidate, they believe he will win. Thomas Gahan comments on the national party stake in the Empire State contest.
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Imnois
Greater
New York
Aon P. Mopkins
Democratic State Central Committee
Lmnois
Empire State
George B. McClellan
Thomas Gahan
Illnois
New York Campaign Boosts Democratic Morale Says Gahan
Mr. Gahan expresses strong interest in the New York City campaign and argues that a McClellan victory would greatly encourage the party. He says a Democratic win would broadly benefit the party's ranks and provide needed cheer in a state burdened by Harrisonism.
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New York City
Gahan
McClellan
New York
Lowden Visited Freeport with Ovation at GOP HQ
Dispatch notes Frank O Lowden's recent visit to Freeport Indiana where he received a public welcome at the Republican headquarters. It praises Lowden as a potential Hoosier representative and highlights Dr Ve C Price as a respected Chicago businessman and pioneer of the pure food movement. Jameson is hailed as a skilled Republican leader in the county and state.
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Frank O. Lowden
Freeport
Ind
Lowden
Hoosier
Ve C. Price
Chicago
Dr. Price
Thomas No Jameson
City grapples with graft purge leaving civic duties neglected
Authorities focus on eradicating graft and purging members, leaving little time for routine city governance and public services. The delay risks essential municipal functions and oversight.
City Council Seeks Easier Franchises Threshold
At the last session the City Council received a legal opinion stating franchises could not be submitted to the people unless 25 percent of voters petition. The writer suggests raising the requirement to over 50 percent to avoid voting at elections.
Justice Caverly Modernizes Cook County Bench
Justice Caverly aims to reform the Cook County court by clearing his courtroom of idlers and preserving the dignity of the judiciary. His plan seeks to uphold a disciplined, orderly courtroom and reinforce respect for the bench.
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Justice Caverly
Cook County
City Pushes to Remove Odorful Rendering Plants
City officials demand removal of rendering plants that emit strong odors from the atmosphere. Aldermen face pressure to end protection and relocate or demolish facilities deemed offensive to the public.
Presidential boom for His Nibs at City Hall fades
The piece notes that the promised presidential boom for the mayoral figure in City Hall has withered away after the centennial pageantry and a muddled post celebration period. It frames the growth as stalled and questions the future impact on local leadership.
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Gratt
Not on the Square graft probe sparks public doubt
Readers question the integrity and aims of the aldermanic graft investigation in Chicago. The piece argues the public seeks real reform and accountable officials, not petty punishments, and suspects prior moves to derail deeper inquiry. It cites Grand Jury and State's Attorney as keys to action.
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Inc
Aldermanic Investigating Committee
Loxon
Fire Chief Mushata Endures Graft Critics In City Hall
Notices accuse graft ploys in city governance, singling out Fire Chief William H. Mushata as a target. Despite mounting malice, Mushata is described as honest and capable, leading the department through controversial times.
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William H. Mushata
Musham
City Hall Payroll Brigade Signals Mahony Retirement
The City Hall Payroll Brigade plans to retire Congressman William F. Mahony to make room for the mayor's brother. Mahony has served well in the National Legislature and represented the people faithfully, and should not be replaced by a family member who holds multiple city jobs.
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William FB. Mahony
Mahony
City Hall workers face wardrobe shift ahead
The Chicago Democracy hall may be the last place these City Hall employees can appear in full dress suits, as a notable change of attire could follow soon.
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Chicago
City Hall
City abandons sidewalk repairs and lacks repair bureau
A contemporary notes police patrolmen should report sidewalk defects to a repair bureau, but none exists. The city administration has abdicated sidewalk repairs, leaving repairs unfunded and unaddressed.
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Eagle
William Haley Thompson Honored for Public Service in Chicago
The text commends Hon. William Haley Thompson for valuable service to the public as an Alderman and County Commissioner. It notes his public spirited citizenship and commitment to Chicago’s best interests.
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William Haley Thompson
Board of County Commissioners
Chicago
Notable Chicago Lawyer Adams A. Goodrich Praised
Hon. Adams A. Goodrich is praised as an able lawyer and a major contributor to the high reputation of the Chicago bar.
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Adams A. Goodrich
Chicago
Mayor Harrison’s retrenchment war on patrolmen
Front page report says Mayor Harrison wields a large retrenchment ax aimed at patrolmen earning 83 per month, signaling economy. A separate item notes Granville Wy Browning, master in chancery and Harrison ally, is given a $3,000 pay increase.
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Record-Herald
Tlirvison
Granville Wy Browning
Harrison Estate
Kentucky
Harrison
Dr. Dowle
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