Category Archives: Chicago

Shopgirl

Posted on May 3, 2015 by Ellen Ross

It’s been a long time since I’ve seen that shopping bag.  Time was when the beautiful violets of Bonwit Teller bloomed everywhere. The Chicago branch of the legendary New York shopping mecca stood proudly at the corners of Pearson Street … Continue reading →

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Posted in Chicago, Fashion, pop culture, Shopping | 21 Comments

Do Unto Others

Posted on April 23, 2015 by Ellen Ross

Photograph: courtesy of Fred Nachman Author’s Note:  If you only read one post of mine this year, please let it be this one.  Thank you. In case you aren’t familiar with this venerable Chicago landmark, this is the Fourth Presbyterian … Continue reading →

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Posted in Chicago, Philanthropy | 18 Comments

Bafflegate

Posted on March 26, 2015 by Ellen Ross

Definition of baffle gate:  A gate that permits passage in one direction only. I must confess that since I moved back to Chicago, I don’t ride the subway/El very much.  I find it claustrophobic.  And I’m not all that keen … Continue reading →

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Posted in Chicago, Movies, pop culture | 12 Comments