Spectacular lakefront proposals revisit Chicago history
Mayor Daley revived dramatic lakefront plans, echoing proposals from 1909 1958 1964 1966 1968 and July 1972. The article notes repeated public dreams since Burnham era and questions why specifics are withheld as private political heat intensifies at City Hall.
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Peace council telegram targets Percy Stevenson III and Metcalfe over war
A Hyde Park peace group sent a telegram to Senator Charles Percy and Senator Adlai Stevenson III and Congressman Ralph Metcalfe urging a congressional push to end U.S. involvement in Southeast Asia. The message condemns wartime destruction and calls for action to redeem peace promises, while tying local Lake Michigan development debates to broader urban planning battles.
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Winners of SHARING basketball tourney raise pride
The number one basketball team from Wirth School celebrates winning the SHARING tournament. Players, coaches, and school officials praise team effort and school spirit as they parade the victory.
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