ollowing the election of ______________ as mayor of Chicago in 1915, the spoils system swept over the city like a noxious blight, and city hall became a symbol for corruption and incompetence.

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Big Bill Thompson was elected as mayor of Chicago in 1915 and his administration was characterized by corruption, nepotism, and incompetence. The spoils system was rampant during his tenure and City Hall became a symbol for all of these issues.

Ollowing the Election of ______________ as Mayor of Chicago in 1915