View sales history, tax history, home value estimates, and overhead views. All levels welcome! Harold Washington (1983–1987) was the first African American mayor. Chicago Fire (TV Series 2012– ) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. The city of Chicago has been known by many nicknames, but it is most widely recognized as the "Windy City".. William B. Ogden, first mayor, 1837-1838 Buckner Stith Morris, second mayor, 1838-1839 "The American Writers Museum offers a fascinating look at individual writers, including Hemmingway, Faulkner, and Julia Childs, as well as a Children's Room with stories by Maurice Sendak and other favorite authors." Its original building was a water tank on LaSalle Street that had survived the fire. The fire began in … 2 baths, 2004 sq. The earliest known reference to the "Windy City" was actually to Green Bay in 1856. First Saint Paul’s Chicago is a Lutheran church located at the intersection of Chicago’s Old Town, Gold Coast, and Sandburg Village neighborhoods. Early life. Our mission is to proclaim Christ, nurture faith, and serve others. Reach your strength goals with personalized programming and dedicated coaching. We welcome you to be at home among us. You don’t need another gym membership - you need a coach. Based on Redfin's Chicago data, we estimate the home's value is $415,888. This 2,588 square foot condo features 3 bathrooms. This property was built in 1920 and last sold for $138,000. The Chicago Public Library opened its doors on Jan. 1, 1873. She is the daughter of Penelope and William "Bill" Strong, who worked as an Associated Press bureau chief and is now managing partner at a Chicago public relations firm. Penny Legler Strong is a nurse practitioner, having worked extensively at area hospitals. Complete List Of Chicago Mayors. The fire killed approximately 300 people, destroyed roughly 3.3 square miles (9 km 2) of the city, and left more than 100,000 residents homeless. 5040 W Strong St Unit 1ST is a condo in Chicago, IL 60630. Book donations collected in England became part of Chicago's first free, public library. Cecily Legler Strong was born in Springfield, Illinois, and was raised in Oak Park, Illinois, an inner ring suburb of Chicago. The Great Chicago Fire was a conflagration that burned in the American city of Chicago during October 8–10, 1871. The brand-new Chicago Bulls franchise earned its first victory on October 15, 1966, with a 104-97 win over the St. Louis Hawks. Current Mayor Lightfoot (sworn in May 2019) is the city's first African American woman and first openly LGBTQ mayor. Comparable nearby homes include 5224 N Larned Ave, 4929 W Argyle St, and 5317 N Laramie Ave. The first mayor of Chicago was William Ogden, who took office in 1837. 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