Time's Tide: Navigating 109 Years of Eastland Stories
Collage of vintage photographs and illustrations featuring various individuals who are the People of the Eastland. The text at the top reads 'Time's Tide: Navigating 109 Years of Eastland Stories,' and the bottom text states 'Flower in the River Podcast Ep 71 ©2024 Natalie Zett.
Commentary and Show Notes for Episode 71 of Flower in the River
Commentary
Welcome to a special podcast episode where we take a whirlwind tour through all the stories I’ve shared about the people of the Eastland since November 2023.
Can you believe it’s been 109 years since the Eastland disaster? And many more stories still need to be shared!
Each episode is a piece of the larger Eastland puzzle, from the casualties to the helpers to the heroes—and even the scoundrels.
It’s been an absolute joy and honor to share these stories. Whenever I plunge into the research, I feel like I’m opening a treasure chest of forgotten memories-- and I can’t wait to share them with you.
Show Notes
In this special episode commemorating the 109th anniversary of the Eastland disaster, we're taking a moment to reflect on the stories and individuals covered since November 2023. It's been an incredible journey of discovery, preserving and sharing often-forgotten narratives.
Exciting news to share: Tom Milton's letter and related items have found a new home at The Newberry (Chicago). It's heartening to see these pieces of history being preserved for future generations.
There's been a noticeable increase in detailed biographies on Find a Grave for Eastland victims. This collective effort to document and remember is truly inspiring.
Throughout the past months, we've explored various ethnic communities affected by the disaster, from Polish Chicago to Lithuanian, Norwegian and Jewish communities. Each story reveals the intricate tapestry of early 20th-century Chicago.
Some of the most fascinating themes we've explored include premonitions surrounding the disaster, the impact on local baseball players, and the heroic actions of individuals during and after the tragedy. We've also drawn connections to other historical events like the General Slocum and the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire.
Looking back, it's clear that there's still so much more to uncover. With only about 10% of the stories told, the journey continues. Your support and interest in these narratives keep this history alive.
As we approach the anniversary, remember that behind each statistic was a real person with hopes, dreams, and a story worth telling. Together, we're ensuring that the legacy of the Eastland disaster and its victims lives on.
Podcast and YouTube Links
Time's Tide: Navigating 109 Years of Eastland Stories (Podcast link).
Time's Tide: Navigating 109 Years of Eastland Stories (YouTube link).
Related Links
In this video, we commemorate the 109th anniversary of the Eastland disaster by highlighting the individuals whose stories have been covered in our podcast since November 2023. These untold narratives honor the memory and legacy of those affected by the tragedy. Here is the link to the complete video: https://tinyurl.com/2bps9bvt
