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Nellie Bly

Nellie Bly, journalist, real name Elizabeth Cochrane Seaman, reported on the issues of the day in her typical flamboyant style.

Nellie Bly

Nellie Bly biography - profile of Nellie Bly, also known as Elizabeth Cochrane Seaman, famous newspaper reporter.

Women Journalists Honored on Stamps

From the U.S. Postal Service, information on a 2002 stamp honoring Ida Tarbell including a brief biographical sketch of Tarbell.

"Around the World in 72 Days"

Site accompanying the PBS presentation on Bly's attempt to beat the 80-day time. Includes teacher's guide.

Bly, Nellie

Biography from the National Women's Hall of Fame honoring Nellie Bly.

"Ten Days in a Mad-House"

A book by Nellie Bly, now available online. Two other essays, "Trying to be a Servant" and "Nellie Bly as a White Slave," are also included in the volume.

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