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Newspaper
Oak Park Vindicator
Location
Oak Park, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1894
Page
2
Fragmented OCR text appears to describe an editor and proprietor with a price and notices from a post office and a crime matter. Names and dates are unclear, but indicates a publication era and possible legal or civic notice content.
Fragmented observations discuss political maneuvering in New York and Chicago with mentions of elections, party figures, legislative notes, and local governance. The piece references Harlem plans, Brooklyn track prospects, and a shooting near Dearborn Street, alongside city budget upticks and department spending shifts.
The Union Bbeaswe Club critiques election irregularities across multiple states, noting perceived fraud in several regions. It argues for stringent prosecutions and asks allied bodies for support to sustain campaign labor and ensure integrity at the polls.
Fragmented OCR reveals a dense, stylized poem collection attributed to Mary Flarte Haely, invoking Poe like tones and Petra Pie motifs. The text references Oak Park, publisher Wr. A. Corsonia, and various cryptic names, with stylistic hints of a satirical or experimental verse project.
In Washington on Nov 12 ESE rumors swirl that President Cleveland aims to issue bonds before Congress reconvenes despite Secretary Carlisle denying Treasury prep. The discourse links bond issuance to tariff politics and party defections, noting possible clashes in Congress and shifts in cabinet plans.
The letter denounces Medill as an untrustworthy editor and criticizes his stance on annexation and party loyalty. It argues John Walsh would win and rails against monopolists and money men, labeling Medill as deaf and too old for office while urging new leadership aligned with humane values.
A brief gratitude note from Prairie Cink writers thanks Mr Hane Aun and Abe for support. The letter states reporters are always welcome at the Cink House and signs with MaIN Farson.
A sales notice invites readers to send fifteen cents and their address to receive a souvenir portfolio of the World’s Columbian Exposition. The $0.50 item is offered at a reduced price as a promotion, described as a work of art with full page views and descriptions of the great buildings. If unsatisfied, stamps are refunded and the book kept. Authorized by H. E. Bucklen & Co. Chicago, IL.
Judge Darkelistis issued an injunction restraining trustees of Cicero township from selling a portion of til acres of school land south of the St. Louis Air Line to the Chicago and Great Western railroad. The lease to the railroad runs seventy years with 6 percent rental and decennial reappraisals. Barnett contends the trustees planned to sell eighteen acres for 80 000, arguing sale would harm the remaining tract. The defense maintains the full rental at 32 250 per new appraisal would exceed sale value in three years.
Cicero police rounded up Hawthorne saloons operating without licenses since July 1. Seargent Shatter had ordered shutdown. Officer Page testified to whiskey purchases on Nov 1. Judges fined Heade Goodman and their aides Donohue Somers at 125 dollars with bridle jail terms. town considers license schemes and enforcement.
The report notes a dull two weeks in fraternal circles with a forestry ball at Library Plath Ads firm earning a fair turnout. Seven received second rank and sixteen third or Knight ranks in two weeks. Andrew Vout dies. Norway and Sweden nobility attempt class exclusion fails. Oak Lodge K of P Oak Park awards Oriental degrees to two candidates. Dix.
Grey skies did not dampen a 1000 residents as Riverside town hall cornerstone was laid on Saturday afternoon. LaGrange lodge of Freemasons supervised the ceremony with Grand Master Goddard presiding. Town Supervisor Fredericks opened the program with remarks and gifts, while 2000 local schoolchildren sang patriotic tunes and Frank Reed delivered the oration.
After the benediction by Chaplain Thayer attendees moved to the Riverside hotel for a collation. Among those present was HH. 1n. Seelye, longtime Riverside resident and the sole surviving member of the old Riverside Improvement Association.
Melrose Park trustees met November 12 approving numerous bills and a treasurer report. Passes included sidewalk ordinances on Twenty third and Elgin road routes, a revised animal impoundment ordinance, and sales after 15 days to cover costs with proceeds to treasury. Other actions cover licenses, highway reconstructions, crossings, equipment purchases, and bids for sewer work.
The Harlem Village Board held its regular meeting on November night with full attendance. Members approved budgets and referred several appointments and bills to committees. A pool table license petition and tax matters were discussed, street and water reports were read, and revised ordinances were passed with 600 pamphlet copies ordered. The Streets and Lighting Committee was instructed to install a new electric light lowering device with locks. The board adjourned.
The Grant Improvement Club Grant Works was organized Thursday Nov 4 in INH with officers President J Greenebures Vice President A McDonald Secretary J J McCorkell Treasurer J Schurer Mr Wittehead of Austin spoke urging town government reform toward city status and its benefits Members agreed to support the plan A vote of thanks to Vic White held and he was invited as honorary member The meeting adjourned to the fourth Thursday monthly at Jod McCorkeil corner 12th and WedSoh Streets
The Northern Pacue team led about 10 600 attendees to the Anarchists ceremony at Waldhena Street. Wrecked engine caused deaths and injuries as passengers traveled toward Madison Street cleeters lane. Robert Steiner presided, with John Most delivering a lengthy address praising the dead and, amid Chicago anarchists, division over Most's role sparked a counter gathering at the cemetery.
The sociology institute held a Tuesday evening session at the shrine of Sociology with Mr. Pombuson delivering a notable address. Vigorous speeches by Messrs Heitelunson and others spurred debate on the "dodat of the daddies" as participants urged different viewpoints. The discussion on Christian Socialism will resume at the next meeting with deeper analysis from the speaker who studied the topic.
Professional card for Dr Steward listing twenty years of practice in diseases of women at 113 Adams Street Chicago Room 8 with hours 8 to 7 and free consultation.
A mix of town notices and ads detailing upcoming meetings at the Ladies Missionary Society and Loyal Temperance Legion, local business notices for Miller and Suydam druggists, fruit and produce deals at Wilders and the Long Grove Creamery, and social notes about residents, remodeling, and court actions.
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