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Jerks in Chicago History: The 1800’s

Jerks in Chicago History: The 1800’s

Join us for a look at the some of the badly behaved characters who shaped the history of Chicago during the 19th century. There were of course the notorious thieves and bad-guys who dominated over the young and struggling prairie town. But we will also look at perpetrators of mischief and other colorful anti-heroes… some who could be considered misunderstood visionary thinkers. From the Chicago Times newspaper publisher Wilbur Storey, to the king of department stores Marshall Field, to the dastardly sausage maker Adolph Luetgert, we will take a delightful look at those individuals who helped shape Chicago in the 1800’s. One 90 minute presentation, w/video

Durand Library located in the Durand School
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM on Sat, 15 Nov 2025

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Friends of the Durand Library
815-289-8602
villagelibrary@cusd322.org
Durand Library located in the Durand School
200 W. South St.
Durand, Illinois 61024
815-289-8602
villagelibrary@cusd322.org