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Newspaper
The Spectator
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1946
Page
6
Officials trace the 21 gun salute to English regulations of 1772 and naval practice. The 21 salute became standard after a 1875 US England agreement, linking gun salutes to odd-number superstition.
A letter from Joliet accuses precinct committeemen of running a chance book racket tied to the Barr Schupp machine. It claims children and spouses sell chances to fund campaign favors, alleging job retention hinges on pleasing party leaders. The writer calls for reform with citizen committeemen focused on the common man.
A reader letter from Autoist complains that Joliet bus drivers stop anywhere and do not yield to auto traffic. It urges the city to demand bus company instruction so that pedestrians and drivers on the street have rights.
Aug. 26Spectator criticizes the state’s attorney for timidity in prosecuting a detestable criminal in the courthouse. The column signals public concern over legal accountability and calls for stronger action from officials.
The passage portrays a doctor linked to illegal operations needing others to press charges. It argues Burke should act to avoid political ruin as he risks losing votes and his public service standing. The text reflects fear of offending friends who may sway support.
The letter questions Mr. Burke's oath as states attorney repeating concerns about the abortion racket and Barr-Schupp machine. It accuses him of self interest, preserving friends, and snagging votes, calling for scrutiny of a third term ambition and a “coalition plum” if defeated.
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