Mayor Dunne Presses Traction Reform in Chicago
The return of Mayor Dunne sharpens focus on municipal affairs and a traction debate. He consults with adviser Clarence Darrow about using Wells and Clark streets for a municipal street railway, signaling a drive to modernize service and abolish the old system. James A. Hogan of Illinois Stone Co. is profiled as a loyal Republican leader and friend of Ireland, with Hazards to park conditions at Lincoln Park noted.
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Dunne
Clarence 8. Darrow
Wells Street
Clark Streets
West Lake Street
Davis Colliery Company's Western Manager Praised
IL. W. Fergison has made a splendid success as western manager of the great Davis Colliery Company. Mr. Davis' personal popularity as well as his excellent business methods have told for themselves in the great and increasing growth of the business of the concern of which he is such an efficient manager.
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W. Fergison
Great Davis
Hon A C Clark Praised as Upright Public Official and Dentist
Hon A C Clark described as flawless in citizenship and business. He runs a renowned dental office and furnishing firm at Randolph street and Michigan avenue. Henry M Shabad campaigns actively for the Sanitary Trustee, seen as well equipped by training for the post.
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A. C.”Clark
Clark
Randolph Street
Michigan Avenue
Henry M. Shabad
Northwestern road conductors blamed for rudeness and mishaps
The letter criticizes Northwestern road conductors for surliness and ignorance of duties, recounting an incident where a car door slammed on a passenger tearing heel. It urges the City Council to require respectful treatment by quasi public servants. mentions Fred A. Busse as a prominent figure in Chicago's politics and business.
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Northwestern Road
Busse and Cutter Honored by Party for Public Service
The article lauds Mr. Busse for honesty and faithfulness as a Republican stalwart and notes his past honors and possible future ones. It commends Hon. Zina KR Cutter for an excellent record on the Board of Sanitary Trustees and public service as he approaches retirement. Gov Deneen is praised for appointments pleasing the people and promises courteous, efficient treatment.
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Busse
Zina KR. Cutter
Board of Sanitary Trustees
Deneen
Zina KR
Carter
Thomas J. Webb
Prank X. Cloidt
Chicago political notes mix praise and concern
A sprawling column surveys Chicago politics praising figures like Mayor Dunne and William Hale Thompson while critiquing corruption, media influence, and municipal waste. It highlights the Sanitary Board, Secretary Tilden, and Senator Hopkins, plus questions how Chicago growth will affect Illinois governance.
Diphtheria Deaths Drop in Chicago Health Bulletin
Chicago health officials note only one diphtheria death in the city last week, a record for 200000 inhabitants. The weekly bulletin shows improving health conditions and signals a change in management at the Bridewell. Mayor Dunne faces added duties as fire engine-company issues persist amid ongoing policy discussions.
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Chicago
Health Department
No Party Lines in Cook County Election Outlook
The editorial argues voters should pick the best candidates from both parties for the Cook County bench and other offices. It highlights Thomas J. Webb for sanitary trustees, Colonel E B Bliss for City Railway Company counsel, a Superior Court suit over subsidewalk compensation, Theo C Mayer as a fit Municipal Court Judge, and notes on engineers for the Illinois tunnel project plus bond propositions for parks and public health on the West Side. Philip R. Brand is praised among Chicago's leading businessmen.
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Cook County
Chicago Faces Auto Trouble Across Suburbs
Chicago suffers from rampant automobile issues as speed and misuse threaten safety and property values in suburbs near the city. Residents fear vacancies as tenants avoid high hazard areas while city authorities consider stronger action to curb reckless driving.
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Chicago
Chi Igo
James Hopkins Endorses Bronson Tolman for Judge
Chicago lawyer James 8 Hopkins of Hopkins Peffers Hopkins praises Bronson Tolman for judge. Hopkins notes his firm’s reliability and his own record as a bar member and corporation counsel as proof he would be a valuable addition to the bench.
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James 8. Hopkins
Hopkins, Peffers & Hopkins
Chicago
West
Hopkins
Mijor Eagar Bronson 'Tolman
Bar
Corporation Counsel
Chicago architects praised for courthouse plans
The piece claims Chicago architects lead all others with superior courthouse designs and hopes the new building will outlast the current one being torn down.
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Chicago
Court House
Appointment of Charles W. Andrews as State Registrar
The passage notes Charles W. Andrews is appointed to the role of State Registrar of the grain office, a move described as popular, while critics argue dogs should be muzzled in winter, reflecting municipal tensions over policy.
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Charles W. Andrews
State Registrar of the Grain Office
Re-election Vote Signals Merit and Public Service Faith
The piece praises Judge Marcus Kavanagh for merit and faithful service and highlights Emil Prisch as a leading businessman and popular Franz Josef water agent. It notes that Johnnie Powers’ political extinction would not cause regret among readers or business relations.
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Marcus Kavanagh
Emil Prisch
Franz Josef Water
Mr Prisch
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