The scapegoat

Article Abstract:

Chicago Mayor Richard M. Daley responded to the flood by quickly placing blame on transportation commissioner John LaPlante, accusing him of reacting slowly to the emergency. Daley managed to preserve his political credibility by focusing the blame on LaPlante.

Author: Rodkin, Dennis
Publisher: Tribune Company
Publication Name: Chicago
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0362-4595
Year: 1992
Political activity, Appointments, resignations and dismissals, Illinois, Natural disasters, Floods, Daley, Richard J., La Plante, John

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Cream of the crop

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Novice and expert gardeners alike are scouring nurseries for healthy, beautiful plants and flowers for summer planting. Five Chicago area nurseries are profiled for their abundant selections and knowledgeable staff.

Author: Rodkin, Dennis
Publisher: Tribune Company
Publication Name: Chicago
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0362-4595
Year: 1998
Management, Retail trade, Cover Story, Horticultural industry

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Higher and higher

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Issues are presented concerning the rise in the price of real estate in Chicago, IL in 2000. The sale of homes in Winnetka and North Shore for $12-million is discussed.

Author: Rodkin, Dennis
Publisher: Tribune Company
Publication Name: Chicago
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0362-4595
Year: 2000
Prices and rates, Housing, Real estate, Real property

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Subjects list: Chicago, Illinois
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