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Newspaper
Oak Park Vindicator
Location
Oak Park, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1900
Page
2
The notice lists subscription terms by mail and period, with addresses for The Vindicator in Austin and Chicago offices. It instructs subscribers to notify the Austin office if delivery is not prompt and regular. It mentions paid by mail, one year, and two hundred copies handling details.
The list shows candidates for the 35th Ward with party affiliations and term lengths. Names include James A. Martin Republican for one year, Alex N. Todd Republican, Chas Fe Bassett Democratic for two years, Edwin F. Abbott Independent for two years, Thos M Hunte Independent for two years, and Frank L. Rach Independent.
In Chicago the municipal political scene grows tense as Republican alderman candidates sign the Municipal Voters league platform. Judge La Mena belongs to one club only, with dues paid to September. The 85th ward may see no league recommendations due to all new candidates. In the 38th ward both candidates oppose saloons, a key local issue.
Political activity centers on Lake street with Race and Hunter directing operations while the Republican headquarters sit at 129 N Park avenue led by ex Judge Amerson.
Charles W. Ingalls former editor and publisher of the Maywood Herald has arranged to start a newspaper at Na perville. He is described as a hustler and is expected to succeed with the new venture.
In Austin and Oak Park locals discuss H A Emerson once shielded by a glass house now faced by stone throwing from several residents. The piece hints at accusations tied to past manipulations and public life.
Inc0rporated political clubs in the 35th ward faced defeat as the Republican crowd was loud yet beaten by the voters. The Democratic faction also suffered when the division of primary districts split their ranks.
Frank I. Race, a candidate for the one year term on the Independent line, protests after losing in the Republican primary and in the election contest. He argues primaries are pointless if such politics are tolerated.
A fragment notes candidates on the Republican ticket aiming for Ci eru and Zuo, promoting a clean administration. The text hints at party alignment and governance focus without full details.
Representatives visiting Austin and Oak Park have collected subscriptions for magazines with a promise of a premium but failed to deliver the promised gift. Local ladies report being approached by these individuals who sought payment before supplying the premium.
In last Friday’s Democratic primary two Craft supporters won delegates and one McCarthy backer secured a seat. Charles E. Bassett led the Craft ticket and accepted the nomination, then abandoned his Independent movement.
Mr. E. F. Abbott runs for alderman highlighting nonpolitical stance and strong integrity. Supporters expect a large vote regardless of election outcome, showing voters favor his principled approach.
The text argues Chas E Bassett could have been strong as an independent but cannot expect Republican support as the city faces redistricting to fix Democratic advantages. It warns the 35th ward may swing Democratic power and questions GOP gains.
The Citizens' ticket in Cicero, a Democratic effort for political jobs, advances slowly while the Republicans present a strong clean ticket. The piece notes public hesitation amid party competition and the strength of the Republican slate.
The text notes Thos. M. Hunter is urged by supporters to run for alderman, claiming district support regardless of nomination. It recalls shifts in alliances with Robt. F. Linn and Frank L. Race, with the current mantra: Hunter or bust.
Inquiry notes Mr. Thomas Hunter serves as secretary and leading interest holder in the Chicago Racing Association as he runs for alderman. The track opened last year with no gambling to date, and future success hinges on selling pools to raise funds.
The article profiles James A. Martin, Republican candidate for one year, and Alexander N. Todd, candidate for two years, both vying for the 35th ward alderman seat. Martin is praised for public service and drafting skill, with strong ties to Cicero and Chicago councils. Todd is a plumbing businessman with civic backing, stressing honesty and readiness to serve.
The report notes a troubled race where Linn faltered and backers withdrew him. Hunter Jost 80 faced heavy wagering losses while Garnered funds went to Kampp. Crepe demands rise as Bowes and others brace for funeral imagery amid political tension and public unrest.
Registration in the 36th Ward is reported with a partial fragment noting a Thirty-fifth Ward turnout of 701 registered voters last Tuesday.
Cicero town board debates drainage work and approves payments to Douglas Bros for specials. A voucher for 75 dollars is authorized and a sewer extension plan is referred to the committee of the whole. The next meeting is set for March 17 at 4 30 PM.
The Aldermanic Stakes drew a strong field at Austin Park on Wednesday February 7 with the Annexation Club purse. Todd and Martin were judged winners after a hearing, despite Hunter finishing third amid track conditions and alleged fouls by Kreis. Bennett and Linn also ran, with Grant noting Bennett showed effort and Moore pressing for a better showing.
A reflective quip discusses how men react to wedding notices in papers and how women influence style. The author likens a man’s pale retreat to the way a barber styles hair, suggesting deep social commentary on relationships and appearance.
A Buffalo Express citation mocks brutal methods of domination, urging masters to abuse workers to enforce obedience. It elevates force over empathy and dismisses humane treatment as weakness. The quoted passage condemns soothing frightened workers, water denial, and coercive hiring practices as acceptable discipline.
The next regular meeting is Monday March 19 with Evelyn Frake of the West End Woman's Club speaking on Woman and Educational Economics and Charles S. Cutting discussing The Political Relations of Woman. The music art and literature department met March 12 and elected Mrs. F H Alden chairman for the coming year and a large picture of the Aurora was hung in the Laurel Avenue school building.
A spring mood settles over Waldheim with robing at the cemetery on the 14th and a Choral Society concert next Tuesday. Royal Circle plans a box social on March 19 in Library Hall inviting all. Election chatter names Otto Goeke for president and trustees Henry Cotton Charles Mesecke James Kirchbaum with possible candidates A W Kistenbroker Jacob Dellers Henry Meyer or Henry Licht Henry Mundt and Koppelmyer for clerk. The outcome remains uncertain.
Philadelphia Record notes Bryn Mawr students prize physical culture for women. Class of 1902 reports two exams six months apart with lung capacity rising from 167.62 to 190.84 cubic cm, chest inflation up from 4.48 to 5.89 cm, total strength from 219.82 to 249.89 kg, and increases in all body parts. Some still oppose athletics for women.
Notice to smokers states Schulz’s at Park avenue and Ontario streets carries the largest variety of cigars tobacconists and smoker's articles for choice.
Out of 51 suspected bubonic plague cases in Manila, 42 were confirmed and 32 died. About half the victims were Chinese. One hundred inspectors under a health officer enforce sanitary rules in Manila with a population of 190,000 including 31,000 Chinese.
Debate long in progress over a five cent fare to downtown Chicago gains support from residents of this section who would benefit from the reduced rate to Norton Bros factories in Maywood and their commutes to work.
A recent attack on C. F. Collier of Cherokee Iowa nearly proved fatal. His father suffered severe pain, unable to stoop or sit without support. Then Electric Bitters cured his backache kidney trouble and purified his blood, restoring health. Only 60c at Trailil Cooling’s and Chan P. Miller’s drug stores.
The article notes the Great Sphinx of Gizeh as the largest idol to the sun god and dates its origin to over 6,000 years ago. It mentions uncertainty about its creator and exact construction time, placing it in the era of Egypt's early known rulers.
J R Garrison, cashier of the Thornville Ohio bank, credited Mr Kings New Discovery for curing his severe lung trouble and cold after a long illness. He says it is the best medicine he ever used and keeps a bottle on hand. Trial bottles free at Traill Cooling's and Chas P Miller's drug stores.
A small boy named John Davis employed by Capt. Frank Lee on Parson's Island in Chesapeake Day was sent to feed stock. A mule kicked. Davis struck it with a club. Capt. Lee ordered him to stop. Davis refused, and Lee killed him with a shotgun.
Descriptive account notes Arab girls before entering the harem displaying body and face dyes in bright yellow with tuffrerie. They paint black lines with antimony over eyes and apply red and green adornments on cheeks, creating a grotesque overall visage.
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