Connery family control of Chicago public offices spotlighted
An editorials piece accuses the Connery family of monopolizing Chicago public jobs across Cook County and the city, naming family members with roles in the Board of Review, Recorder of Deeds, and other offices. It recalls past elections and patronage tied to the Busse and Dunne eras, warning voters of entrenched influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph F. Connery
John T. Connery
Francis D. Connery
Joseph E. Bidwill, Jr
Recorder of Deeds
Michael M. Connery
John T
Joseph F
Francis D
Lucey
Henry E. Connery
William J. Connery
Joseph E. Bidwell, Jr
Francis LD. Connery
Henry BE. Connery
Sanitary District
Chicago
State Street
Board of Review
Blocki
Connerys
Connery
Ofal
Demand Export Duty to Shield American Prices
The article argues high import competition raises living costs and domestic prices. It contends foreign markets will pay more for American goods, making a large export duty the sole measure to protect American buyers and manufacturers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Why They Named Hoyne In The Tammany Endorsement
A Chicago gang nicknamed Tammany endorsed Hoyne for State's Attorney after internal debate. A Democrat in the group recalls Hoyne resisted corruption and supported reform, noting he previously helped members who stood by him.
Dunne Seeks Democratic Nomination on Record in Chicago
Gov Edward F Dunne opened his renomination campaign addressing 500 Democrats at the Hotel Morrison in Chicago He urged large primary turnout and stressed his record of law and reform noting twelve acts he says were enacted during his administration He warned against pledges to party bosses and asserted he would seek support from the Cook County Democratic central committee based on his record rather than factional promises
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward F. Dunne
Chicago
General Assembly
United States
Public Utilities Commission
Tammany
Cook County
Democratic Party
Connery Relatives Hold Public Jobs Report Signals Nepotism
A late primary circular in Chicago's Twenty-eighth Ward lists Francis D. Connery family members in public posts with varied salaries from Alderman to City Clerk and Bank Examiner. The document alleges widespread Connery influence across Cook County offices and hints at corruption through nepotism.
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John
Francis
Connery
Francis D. Connery
Recorder's Office
Menry Connery
Brady's
Michael M. Connery
Attorney General's Office
William J. Connery
Clerk Board of Review
James J. Riordan
Donee P. Riordan
Recorder's oMce
Connerys
Gene J. Riordan
Frank
28Th Ward
Gallagher Gallops for Re-Election in Illinois Eighth District
Governor Dunne backs reforms and explains his candidacy while praising Congressman Thomas Gallagher. The speech highlights eight hour work rules in state institutions, penitentiary reforms, and humane treatment of convicts as part of the campaign message.
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Thomas Gallagher
Washington
Wilson
Illinois
Hoyne Declares Reelection Bid For State's Attorney
State's Attorney Maclay Hoyne announces his candidacy for reelection. He cites four years of achievements and seeks renomination from the Democratic party at the September primary. He attributes his decision to support from over 1,000 leaders in business labor professional and civic affairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State
Maclay Hoyne
Democratic Party
Gang Boycotts and Blacklists Warned by Illinois Law
A printed notice warns that a gang of political bosses and job holders violate state law against boycott and blacklist. It states conspirators face five years in prison and fines up to $2,000. Advertisers are urged to report visits to the newspaper office.
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The
Eagle
Illinois
Citizens urged to send evidence against political bosses to Chicago Eagle
Good citizens are asked to forward all evidence of Boycotting and Black listing by political bosses to The Chicago Eagle. The call asserts law should apply equally to labor men and politicians who attempt to destroy a business for their own ends.
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Penitentiary
Chicago Eagle
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County of Cook
Block
Busse Business Administration
Dunne
Busse
John W. Rainey
Connery Outfit
Robert M. Sweitzer
Sanitary District of
Sweitzer
Reviewer Blocki
Henry Connery
Ofice
Cman
Od Heen
Hoyne
the Eagle
Dl “Tammany
Legislative Reference Bureau
Fish and Game Commissions
Forty-eighth General Assembly
CY Jobs
Illinois Attorney General's Office
State Bank
William L. O'Connell
Illinois Public Utilities Commission
Gallagher
Inlosns
Bandon
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