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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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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...
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Crowdsourcing the Past: The Eastland Tragedy and Collaborative Genealogy
Send us a Text Message.Introduction:Exploring the democratization of historical documentation through platforms like Reclaim the Records, WikiTree, GEDmatch, and Find a Grave.Reclaim the Records:Non-profit organization advocating for public access to historical documents. Using legal means to unlock previously hidden archival records.Over 60 million records reclaimed so far.WikiTree:Collaborative genealogy platform where users contribute to a unified family tree.Showcases the power of sh...
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Irish Roots and Greek Tides: More Eastland Stories
Send us a Text Message.In Episode 58 of Flower in the River Podcast, we explore more untold stories of the Eastland Disaster through the lives of two victims, Mary Helen Egan and Theodore Hallas, whose stories bring to life the diverse richness of early 20th-century Chicago. We'll explore their family backgrounds, their communities, and the historical context that shaped their short but impactful lives.Mary Helen Egan's Story Introduction to Mary, her family background in Chicago's...