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Borough Street fight rages over franchise and park deals
In a crowded ballrooms, Mayor Bennett and Aldermen grapple with the Borough Street railway franchise while Horrigan and Wainwright press for votes. Phelan uncovers a possible fourteenth swing, Roberts faces pressure with forged notes, and private pleas test loyalties as the battle tightens toward Friday’s vote.
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Bennett
Horrigan
Williams
Phelan
Dallas Wainwright
Wainwright
Dallas
Wright
Roberts
Sturtevant Trust Company
Borough Street Railway