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DULL TIMES AND SENATORIAL FIGHT IN ILLINOIS
A Chicago correspondent notes winter trade slowdowns and rising unemployment as evidence of hard times, urging stable employment and fair wages. The piece discusses a failed pledge to steal a United Senator in the 18th ward, the election law flaws, and Logan’s potential nomination amid GOP factions. It also praises canal commissioners, their toll cuts, and Peoria wharf plans, and cites other local items including a fire at Dowdall’s house and historical Illinois senatorial contests.
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Chicago
Cleveland
Fox River
United
Hamilton
General Assembly
Carter H. Harrison
U. S
State Capitol
House
Haines
Logan
Canal Commissioners
Board of Canal Commissioners
Peoria
Oglesby
Canal Board