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Newspaper
Oak Park Vindicator
Location
Oak Park, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1898
Page
2
A Chicago area column reports on Cuba in the U S senate, Oak Park events, local infrastructure and public works, and political speeches. It notes Dawes visiting Evanston, Mason’s Cuba speech, and reform talk on sewers and milk peddling. It also covers time clocks in Washington offices and a Utah senator’s rifle cost claim.
Richard Prendergast former county judge acts as counsel for a group of railroad ticket brokers opposing an anti scalping law. The article notes a court date Tuesday in spring and mentions a charge related to a prong 2nt rail issue.
A report notes alleged fraud aimed at influencing a Supreme Court decision with demanded cancellation of the ruling. The case centers on improper pressure and requests for nullification of the court outcome.
Nebraska senator Allen delivered a three hour speech in the senate opposing Judge McKenna's confirmation to the Supreme Court. The vote ended in a unanimous confirmation despite his remarks.
President Trail announces Mr. Cutting will serve as town attorney, noting his valuable time and the importance of efficient handling of the office's detailed work.
Norton Bros. resume pre cut wages as business booms following a Milwaukee can factory fire. A Chicago post office foundation work resembles a lumber iron and stone yard. progress appears slow. A Chicago man contracts leprosy and has never left the city. Critics urge support for American laundries over Chinese establishments.
The Kalameroo Gas Co of Cicero has not built, laid mains, or turned on gas. A first class gas ordinance is for sale for 30 days, with application to the promoters in Cicero Illinois.
Gen William Sooy Smith of Maywood has been engaged to oversee the foundation work for a log building in San Francisco designed to be earthquake resistant. He may well be known as a man of big foundations for this notable project.
Oak Park hosts a new golf prodigy described by Times-Herald as the pride of the west. The young lady, Little Johnnie Carpenter, has won numerous prizes and helped form the local golf club, earning acclaim in the community.
The report accuses police of brutal conduct during a Tuesday encounter with students. It claims authorities reject outside interference and arrest or club anyone who offers information or suggestions.
Chief Simon Pokagon of the Pota watomy tribe, residing in Lee Michigan, reports his home and important documents burned this week. He notes the tribe once owned Chicago's land and that the purchase money was paid, but the papers proving this were destroyed, leaving him distressed in old age.
Promoters Howard and Wilson report Florida North Carolina and California farming colonies. In Fair Oaks near Sacramento California, general manager Eewin K Alsip embezzled between 24000 and 20000 dollars, sold tracts and collected funds then fled. Howard explains the California venture remains sound but the loss hurts the company by the specified amount.
The article notes no new developments in the elevated railway extension and recalls opponents now favor concessions. It expresses a persistent wish for the five-cent fare and hopes for arrangements to secure it.
A local editor urges Cicero to adopt independent city government rather than remain under old town rules. The piece suggests inviting Evanston’s mayor to discuss city change and stresses direct representation and timely action as the south end sides with secession.
Merchants on Lake street in Austin and Oak Park complained about large piles of snow blocking storefronts and hindering traffic. They criticized the street railway company for obstructing travel, while residents endured severe weather and impassable sidewalks. The piece hints at seeking more effective snow removal and questions rights-of-way.
Snow covered streets raise questions about bank origins as authorities assess whether banks may trace to the same source. The report notes potential links and ongoing investigations into the matter.
The Talmage lecture last Friday evening drew a delighted audience in a brilliant event. Dr. Talmage is unique and his pictures varied. the Men's Club is praised for the success. A grand concert by Dr Louis Falk with eminent musicians is set for Thursday night. juniors’ entertainment last week supported the foreign missions board. The Sunday pastor exchange with Rev Moses H Jackson occurs, and the Lincoln memorial address will be given at the Men’s Club service with a chorus and national selections.
The Austin Post Office faces a push from friends for L H O Conor to be appointed as postmaster again. Support cites his capable leadership of the second class office, harmony with the postal department, and strong McKinley campaign backing, reflecting Austin’s growth and demand for trusted stewardship.
The piece argues in favor of annexing Hawaii citing a diverse population, existing republican government, a request from Hawaii’s congress, and minimal burden. It contends islands’ resources justify annexation and warns against native decline and potential Japanese or British influence, noting Sandwich Islanders as capable sailors for defense or commerce.
The Grant works welcome a new superintendent from Philadelphia. Watson Nolan, foreman, will visit Philadelphia on business. A republican club discussion centers on spring politics and Cicero city government. Maud Levis begins as assistant postmaster. The Cicero Wire Works offers wire products and wire flower stands priced from 1.50. A charity concert planned at Hornbusties hall faces weathered delays. tickets are 25 cents with supper.
J. W. H. writes to The Vindicator defending direct legislation through compulsory and modified referendums. He argues the lower house would craft measures with public approval and the executive loses veto power under direct law framing. He urges broad, informed discussion and stresses the local paper’s influence.
The infant son of Mr and Mrs Clyde Jones 310 South Boulevard died Monday February 7. A cotillion will be held at Seoville place Thursday February 24 by the Pleasure club. Mrs Chas C Todd 344 Maple Avenue hosted the Thimble Club Monday afternoon. Miss Maude Fitch 409 Home Avenue went to New York for about a month. A new lumber and coal branch office opened at Lake and Marion streets by Harr and Collins. Miss Helen Hunt 329 Pleasant Street hosts the Owls Cinch Club Valentine party February 14. Mrs F E Owen and daughter return to Wilmington North Carolina from Milwaukee and Oak Park. First Church of Christ Scientist Avenue Hall services at 10 45 a m with True Fasting the Friday Dispensary meeting Room 4 Steiner block Lake and Marion streets.
A. N. Sperry and wife plan a southward visit then California. Austin businessmen urge C N W R to build a new depot as well as a five cent fare and track elevation. T K Braman, formerly of 5521 Ohio street now in Michigan City, Ind., advertises seven thousand dollars in stock for sale. The Franklin avenue crossing of the Chicago and Northwestern is unguarded and could be guarded with wooden men at five thousand dollars each.
W M Repine editor of Tiskawa Indiana praises Dr King s New Discovery for consumption coughs and colds as the true remedy. He reports trials with many others but cites a proven cure record and guaranteed satisfaction. Available at Lovell s drug store Oak?
Maywood reports bad weather with slush and fog and news of local illnesses including a smallpox case and Brights disease threat. Community events feature lectures by Prof Loomis on Henry George, Miss Wadsworth on Hamlet, and Mrs Butler on Famous Women.
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