Democrats Unite Behind Govier for Ninth Ward Alderman
In a joint open letter Wednesday, all Democratic factions in the Ninth Ward endorse Sheldon W. Govier as alderman candidate. The pledge emphasizes loyalty to Ward and city, criticizes trampling by rivals, and urges voters to cast their ballot April 2 for Govier, citing anti Thompson and anti socialist stances and Govier’s commitment to full-time representation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Party
Sheldon W. Govier
Ninth Ward
Chicago
Govier
Traction Company
Thompson
Vanderbilt
Pepin
Polis
Polarized Ward Election in The Ninth District
The Ninth Ward alderman race features Hillstrom republican Govier democrat and Pepin socialist in a closely divided contest. The piece cites socialist influence from Pullman workers questioning governance while praising Johnson for council opposition to a 50 year franchise and gas ordinance amid broader fears of socialist influence from Europe and Russia.
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Hillstrom
Govier
Pepin
Pullman
Sire
Son
Johnson
Zephiere Pepin
Sinclar Refining Co
East Chicago
Ind
Riverdale
Europe
Russia
Trotsky
New York
Germany
Fritz
Binil
August
Drowned in Barrel tragedy at Brandt farm
Russian family on the Brandt farm mourns the loss of two children after Magdeline left them playing indoors. Bertha, 2, fell into a rain barrel while John, 6, apparently tried to rescue her. Both bodies were removed and buried at Mt. Olivet on March 26.
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John Alisanskas
Brandt Farm
Pullman
Hegewisch
Magdeline
John
Bertha
Mt. Olivet
Death notices for Charles Brochman and Fred Diehl
Charles Brochman 59, farmer for Lawrence Ray, died of heart failure after falling from a hay rake. Funeral Saturday at 2 pm from Oakland cemetery. Son Charles in the army, three married daughters. Fred Diehl, 27, died at Cook County hospital, born Sept 2, 1880. Funeral from his home this afternoon to Oakland cemetery.
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Charles Brochman
Lawrence Ray
Dalton
Charles
New Orleans
Oakland Cemetery
Fred Diehl
Cook County Hospital
Time change announced to start March 81
Government plans to move clocks one hour ahead before Sunday morning. Citizens are urged to set clocks forward and attend church with the new standard time in effect across local churches.
German Imperial War Propaganda Plans Revealed
The text describes German aims to stir unrest in the United States and allied countries. It cites a message urging agents to fund strikes and social upheaval, promote socialism, and deploy destruction through special credits. It notes coordination with propaganda bureaus for a broader civil conflict.
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Krupp Works
Berlin
United States
Eek
Sweden
Norway
Switzerland
Germany
Defu
Township Election Candidates in Spring Race
The Township election features Thornton and Calumet as candidates. Both are long-time, trusted men with solid records. Victory may hinge on who mobilizes the most political and personal supporters to vote next Tuesday. Personal sketches of each candidate detail views and qualifications.
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Thornton
Calumet
Local and Personal News from the Community
Easter Sunday ahead and spirits lift as banks plan to close on election day. Notices list visitors, births, hospital updates, funeral services, obituaries, army service, and church events across Dolton and nearby towns.
For Breeding Purposes and Farm Equipment For Sale
Registered O. I. C. Baar for breeding east of Dalton near Berger Sta. Omer Gillaspy. For sale two single buggies and a light wagon by Wm Fleischhauer 13348 Indiana avenue. Wanted farm teamster all around man J A Decklar. Taxi service anywhere by calling Twin City garage Doltes 5.
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O. I. C. Baar
Dalton
Berger Sta. Omer Gillaspy
Wm. Fleischhauer
Indiana Avenue
Man
J. A. Decklar
Twin City
Doltes 5
Final Word on Ninth Ward Alder Candidate Hillstrom Endorsed
The Ninth Ward Republican Campaign Committee urges voters to choose Oscar R Hillstrom, a long time resident, as alderman to bring a businesslike, nonpartisan administration. The notice highlights his platform including merited appointments, better transportation, and city projects, urging early voting tomorrow from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Republican Party of
Ninth Ward
Oscar R. Hillstrom
Hillstrom
Calumet Harbor
Oscar R Hillstrom
Republican Campaign Committee
Theophilus Schmid
Walter G. Davis
N. Zylstra
Schnoor and Robison Bridal Bond in Doiton Ceremony
Mr. Herman Schnoor and Miss Ruth Robison wed on March 20 and plan to reside at 806 Seward Avenue Evanston after June 1. The Pointer joins friends in extending congratulations.
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Herman Schnoor
Ruth Robison
Doiton
Seward Avenue
Evanston
Pointer
Card Party to Benefit Molesters Group at New Church Hall
The Woman's Catholic Order of Molesters invites members to a card party in the new church hall on Monday evening April 1. Euchre and pinch games are planned and a quilt will be raffled during the evening.
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Woman's Catholic Order of Molesters
New Church Hall
Government shipyard eyed for Lake Calumet site
Rumors circulate of a government shipyard at Lake Calumet promising a major boon to the surrounding area and local economy. Officials have not confirmed plans but interest from regional stakeholders hints at a broader urban impulse.
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Feilin
Charles Brockman
Roderick Harwood
Ethel
Myrtle
Laureen
Homewood
Dalton M. E
Billy
Kaiser
Robert Vandenberg
George Cunningham
West Pullman
George Harter
Emil Nurnberg
Mary
St. Joe
Mich
R. Schwarz
E. J. Claussen
Claussen
Dorjahn
Lily Wichman
Garfield Park Hospital
John Berger
M. IE
Charles Krumrer
Edna
Emma
Henry Mohr
Oscar R. Hilstrom
Schnoor
Robison
Lake Calumet
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