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Mayor Bennett and Alderman Phelan Confront Borough Bill
In a tense city hall scene Mayor Bennett debates the Borough Street railway franchise with Alderman Phelan. Scott Gibbs and Dallas Wainwright appear, revealing stock ties, political wagers, and a plan to influence the mayor’s stance while Bennett weighs veto versus political pressure.
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