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City and politics spark controversy in mixed letters
In Curcaco on May 9 a letter writer rails at Chicago election abuses, alleging fake registrations and coercion by a city machine. The piece notes Smith’s win by about 3000 to 5000 votes, while Carter supposedly holds office, and hints at legal delay due to limitations.
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