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Brentano. the North Side Supports Him.

Chicago Tribune, Nov, 2, 1876

The Germans in the upper wards of the North Side, contrary to the claims of the Democrats, are warmly in favor of Republican candidate for Congress, Lorenzo Brentano. Muller's Hall was jammed full last evening, in response to a call issued to members of all parties. There were over 1,000 persons present, nearly all of whom were Germans. The Hon. William Vocks presided ...

Mr. Brentano spoke in German, pledging himself to work for civil service reform, so much needed, and for all else that would tend to the prosperity of the country.

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