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The endless game
The endless game. Illustration shows a game of chess between a hand labeled Political Pull showing a cufflink labeled Brass Check and a hand labeled Reform. The chess board is labeled DeparTment of Police and some of the squares are labeled Race Track, Suburbs, White Lights, Gambling District, Goatville, Financial District, Tenderloin, Red Light District, Lonely Beat, and Hells Kitchen. The police officers, some in plainclothes, are labeled Crooked Captain, Inspector, Sleuth, Fixed Captain, Honest Captain, Grafting Captain, Honest Inspector, Plainclothes Man, and Sergeant. Date 1906 November 21. The endless game. Illustration shows a game of chess between a hand labeled Political Pull showing a cufflink labeled Brass Check and a hand labeled Reform. The chess board is labeled DeparTment of Police and some of the squares are labeled Race Track, Suburbs, White Lights, Gambling District, Goatville, Financial District, Tenderloin, Red Light District, Lonely Beat, and Hells Kitchen. The police officers, some in plainclothes, are labeled Crooked Captain, Inspector, Sleuth, Fixed Captain, Honest Captain, Grafting Captain, Honest Inspector, Plainclothes Man, and Sergeant. Date 1906 November 21
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November 21, 1906: The Endless Game - A Corrupt Chess Match in the Department of Police This intriguing illustration depicts a game of chess between two hands, each representing opposing forces in the world of politics and law enforcement. The hand labeled 'Political Pull' wears a cufflink emblazoned with the symbol of 'Brass Check,' a reference to the corrupting influence of bribes and manipulation in the political sphere. Across from it sits the hand of 'Reform,' a beacon of hope and change. The chessboard on which this battle unfolds is none other than the Department of Police. The squares on the board are labeled with various districts and areas of the city, each with its own unique challenges and vices. The 'Race Track' and 'Gambling District' represent the seedier side of urban life, while 'Suburbs' and 'Financial District' symbolize the more affluent areas. 'Goatville,' 'Tenderloin,' 'Red Light District,' 'Lonely Beat,' and 'Hells Kitchen' are all areas known for their social issues and crime. The chess pieces in this game are the city's law enforcement officers. Some, like the 'Crooked Captain' and 'Fixed Captain,' are deeply entrenched in corruption, while others, such as the 'Honest Captain,' 'Sleuth,' and 'Plainclothes Man,' strive to uphold the law and bring about reform. The 'Inspector' and 'Sergeant' serve as referees, ensuring a fair and just outcome. This illustration serves as a stark reminder of the complex and often corrupt nature of urban politics and law enforcement during the early 20th century. The endless game of chess continues, with the battle between Political Pull and Reform playing out on the streets and in the halls of power.
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