1926: Figures Show Murder Record Is Worst Ever

Figures Show Murder Record Is Worst Ever

12 Cities Lead Chicago in Slaying Percentage.

Courtesy of The Chicago Daily Tribune, April 19, 1926.

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Florence Kelley was the first woman factory inspector in the United States. A resident of Hull House, and a reformer – who refused to be associated with any political party–Florence Kelley lived in Chicago from 1891 until 1899, leading and participating in a variety of projects. Visit our companion site...