Chapter VIII: Plan of Chicago

The Plan a result of systematic study 119

The cost involved in carrying out the work 119

Wealth created by the growth of population 119

The people are financially able to realize the Plan 120

Three great public works undertaken by Chicago 120

The public spirit of Chicago as shown in music, art and education 120

Gifts for the public good 121

Reasons for believing that the public will favor the Plan of
Chicago 121

The Plan both practical and beautiful 121

The advantages to be derived from systematic development of
Chicago 121

Elements of the Plan reviewed 121

Improvement of the Lake front an economic necessity 122

Ease of realizing the interurban highway system 122

The transportation problem to be worked out by the railroads 122

Additional parks necessary to the physical and mental well-being of
the people 123

The attractive city a source of both wealth and satisfaction 124