Legendary '20s Chicago Crime Reporter, Ione Quinby, Western Springs Resident, Is Topic Of Lecture

WESTERN SPRINGS, Ill. - Sept. 3, 2013 - PRLog -- WHO:

Western Springs Historical Society

lecture for English and History educators,

and those interested in Western Springs

history.

WHAT:

Presentation on Ione Quinby, Western Springs

resident and first female journalist at the

Chicago Evening Post during the 1920’s.

WHERE:

Thomas Ford Memorial Library

WHY:

Professor Genevieve McBride and her husband Professor Stephen Byers present highlights from their just-completed book on Ione Quinby.

WHEN:

Wednesday, October 2, 2013
7 p.m.

COST:

FREE

REGISTER:

In-person, on-line at http://www.fordlibrary.org or by calling
708-246-0520

CONTACT:

For press inquiries: Robin Carroll 773-551-7218

For event details: Vicki Lezon 708-870-1380 or

Thomas Ford Library 708-246-0520

The Western Springs Historical Society is an all-volunteer organization dedicated to preserving and celebrating the history of the village and to instilling an appreciation of its history in residents of all ages. Facilities and exhibits include the Archives at Grand Avenue, Ekdahl House (http://www.westernspringshistory.org/content/page/the_ekd...), and the Tower Museum (http://www.westernspringshistory.org/content/page/Museum). School programs and archival materials (http://www.westernspringshistory.org/content/page/archives_online) are available for those interested in learning more about our shared history.