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Flower in the River: A Family Tale Finally Told Natalie Zett
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Flower in the River is about the Eastland Disaster of 1915 and how the loss of one family member during that event affected my family for generations. I'll discuss writing and family history-- and what to do when the supernatural comes into your life when you are innocently doing a family history research project! Come on and let's have some fun.
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Rivers of Grief: Eastland and the General Slocum
Send us a Text Message.This episode dives into the eerie connections between the Eastland Disaster and the General Slocum tragedy, two devastating events with striking historical parallels. Listen in for compelling stories of individuals touched by these disasters, their genealogical backgrounds, and personal narratives. Discover the profound impact on immigrant communities and the importance of keeping their stories alive.Key Points:Introduction:Kicking off with an introduction and a promise...
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From Hoboken to Hawthorne: Martha Willig's Untold Story
Send us a Text Message.What if moving away from one disaster only set you on a collision course with another? In This Episode--Weather and Historical Parallels: Kick off the episode by discussing the recent rains and drawing a parallel to the infamous Johnstown Flood of 1889. This catastrophe reshaped the lives of many, including my own ancestors.Family History: Share the harrowing story of my second great aunt, Julia Pfeiffer Rohr, and her miraculous escape during the Johnstown Flood. Her su...
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The Chronicler and the Rescuer: Unveiling Overlooked Narratives
Send us a Text Message.In this episode of "Flower in the River," I dive into the intricate history of the 1915 Eastland disaster, uncovering untold stories of bravery and legacy. Join me as I share new discoveries, reflect on historical research, and pay heartfelt tributes to the forgotten heroes of the tragedy.Highlights: New Listener Inquiries: Address common questions from new listeners, clarifying my independent approach to the podcast and sharing how it evolved from my audioboo...
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Selfless Saviors: Two Extraordinary Rescuers in the Eastland Disaster
Send us a Text Message.Welcome to Episode 62 of Flower in the River Podcast.A gripping tale from the Bell Telephone News (August 1915) The extraordinary heroism of Fred J. Lippert and George Spiegelhauer during the Eastland Disaster. A heart-pounding account of their daring rescues and the obstacles they overcameThe fascinating history of pulmotors: the cutting-edge resuscitation devices of the time Chicago: The beating heart of the telephone industry Discover the city's p...
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Undertaking Courage: Catherine Wyand's Eastland Story
Send us a Text Message.This episode discusses the contributions of women morticians by first focusing on one woman mortician's involvement in the Eastland Disaster. Highlights. An obituary from the Oak Leaves dated December 30, 1947, about Mrs. Catherine Wheeler Wyand, who ran an undertaking business in Chicago. Catherine Wyand's background. The 1880 Cook County, Illinois census reveals that Catherine and her husband John were living in Chicago, with John working as a blacksmi...
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Threads of Tragedy: The Triangle Shirtwaist Fire and the Eastland Disaster
Send us a Text Message.In this episode, I explore pivotal events in American labor history, focusing on the personal stories of three women who tragically lost their lives in the Eastland disaster, and how their stories intertwine with broader labor rights movements. Starting with the harrowing Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire in New York City, we explore the conditions that led to significant labor reforms and the push for safer workplaces.In This Episode:The Triangle Shirtwaist Fire: I expl...