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The Spectator

Location

Joliet, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Feb 28, 1952

Page

4

Herschbach Argument Sways Overbey Dismissal as Joliet Chief

Appellate records show Walter O. Herschbach Republican candidate for state's attorney shaped testimony to force Ernest E. Overbey's ouster as Joliet police chief. The briefing stresses leadership, discipline, and public confidence as essential duties of a police chief in a large city.

Walter O. Herschbach GOP Ernest E. Overbey Joliet Police Department Board of Fire and Police Commissioners Circuit Court of Will County Francis A. Dunn

Stevenson Calls Corruption Treason and Urges Police Loyalty

Gov. Stevenson labels corruption treason and calls for rooting out bad actors in public life. He stresses unity within Joliet police and warns that fear and vindictive leadership undermine trust and efficiency. He notes testimonies against Chief Overbey and urges major reforms to restore integrity.

Joliet Fire and Police Board Overbey Adlai Stevenson Stevenson Gov. Stevenson Chicago Illinois

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