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Welcome back to Flower in the River podcast! In episode 74, we're uncovering more hidden gems from the Eastland disaster, including a deep dive into one of the very first websites dedicated to this tragic event. Get ready for stories you won’t find anywhere else!
Key Points:
- Explored personal time capsules, including Aunt Pearl's notes about our family's connection to the Eastland disaster
- Discussed the importance of an early Eastland disaster website and its impact on research
- Highlighted the significance of proper source citations in historical research, referencing Elizabeth Shown Mills' work
- Introduced valuable research resources: Google Books and FamilySearch.org's Books section
- Shared the story of Michael Kennedy, a Chicago policeman and first responder to the Eastland disaster
- Recounted the harrowing survival tale of siblings Lena and Karl Roseland
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