Chicago History Magazine
Chicago History is the only magazine devoted exclusively to the history of our city. Written by distinguished historians and beautifully illustrated, Chicago History brings to life Chicago's complex past and the people who have shaped it.
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The Spring 2009 issue of Chicago History features:
The Unknown Life of Ellen
Gates Starr by Suellen Hoy
In her later years, the cofounder of Hull-House led a private but purposeful life filled with social activism, friendship, and faith.
Here Comes Everybody: The 28th International Eucharistic Congress by Jill Thomas Grannan
In June 1926, Chicago shined as its people played host to one of the largest Catholic celebrations the nation—and the world—had ever seen: the twenty-eighth International Eucharistic Congress.
The Ramblers and Blue Demons by Raymond Schmidt
Loyola and DePaul universities briefly vied for glory during the college football boom of the 1920s.