AAUW Program "Girl Reporter: Tracing the Role of Women at the Chicago Tribune"

Laurie Russell, a docent at Cantigny - the former home of Robert R. McCormick, will talk about

the history of the fascinating female journalists who worked for
the Chicago Tribune.  They were the


first to report from battlefields, covered sensational crimes, worked behind


the scenes in Nazi Germany and more.

She will also


trace the influential and groundbreaking role of Robert R. McCormick in the


development of women reporters, columnists and editors.

The lecture


is illustrated with historic and vintage photographs as well as Tribune pages


from the past.

This event is open to the public.  AAUW promotes equity for women and girls.