Busse's Record Praised Amid Chicago Political Feud
A Chicago Eagle editorial defends Mayor Fred Busse's administration, praising his handling of the fire and water departments, streetcar service, and anti graft stance. It contrasts Busse with Harrison and Dunne, denounces the police at Chicago avenue station, and calls for accountability for officers who abuse citizens.
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the Eagle
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Charles Schott
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Crowe
le Roy T. Steward
Schutt
North Side
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Illinois politics and Lorimer clash over patronage
The Chicago Tribune reports growing strife between Senator Cullom and Senator Lorimer as Illinois factions clash over federal patronage. Settlement for lawmakers backing Lorimer is delayed. Busse allyship with Cullom strengthens as 1915 loom. extra sessions and Springfield tests shape the battlefield.
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Richard Yates
Cook County
Yates
Springfield
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Deneen
State Senate
Joe
Supreme Court
Macomb
Milton McClure
George A. Cooke
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