Altgeld

American  

[awlt-geld] / ˈɔlt gɛld /

noun

1. John Peter, 1847–1902, U.S. politician, born in Germany: governor of Illinois 1892–96: made controversial decision to pardon those convicted in Haymarket Riot.

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Example Sentences

Originally from the South Side of Chicago – the housing projects of Altgeld Gardens – Washington is a 24-year veteran of the U.S.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 9, 2022

At the center, Mr. Kelly introduced Brian Bradley, the park district’s supervisor for Altgeld Gardens, a huge, quiet man who, in his spare time, teaches young residents how to box.

From New York Times • Mar. 12, 2017

President Grover Cleveland ordered federal troops to end rioting in the Chicago rail yards during the Pullman Strike in 1894 despite the objections of Illinois Governor William Altgeld.

From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2016

The scene at Jicheng “Kevin” Liu’s home in the 1700 block of West Altgeld Street, where authorities say they found a large amount of stolen items.

From Chicago Tribune • Apr. 26, 2012

At three o’clock, about the time Harrison was giving his speech, Prendergast walked into the Unity Building in central Chicago where Governor John P. Altgeld had an office.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson