Power struggle forms over Daley empire after death
Chicago faced a rapid power shift as Mayor Richard J. Daley died. City Hall planned a temporary mayoral pick from the 50 council members with Frost and Sain sharing duties, while Bilandic emerged as favorite among Democrats. Republicans foresee several strong mayoral hopefuls, including William Singer, to contest the six month interim and party leadership.
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Thousands attend Daley funeral mass in Chicago
Mayor Richard J. Daley was honored by a cross-section of Chicagoans and national figures. President-elect Jimmy Carter and other dignitaries were slated to attend the funeral mass at Nativity of Our Lord Church, as thousands filed past the mayor’s open casket in a 21 year era of city leadership.
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