Chicago's North Side is the site of the St. Valentine's Day Massacre, the Water Tower and Wrigley Field. Even with all that Cub futility, there has never been a World Series Title on the North Side as the Cubs were on the West Side when theylast won one in 1908.
1. BILLY CALDWELL AND SAUGANASH are two names for the same person. he was the chief of the Pottawatomi and half white, half Indian. He played the role of peacemaker between Indians and the early settlers. He helped save white famlies in the aftermath of Fort Dearborn in 1812.
The US government gave him 1600 acres on the North Branch of the Chicago River, an area that includes the Sauganash, Forest Glen and South Edgebrook neighborhoods.
2. RIVERVIEW PARK was torn down after it closed in 1967. This was Chicago's playground. The Bobs was one of the most popular roller coasters. Even though it was just 87 feet tall, its tight curves and rough ride made it a favorite among patrons. The park featured 120 rides when it closed.
The Bobs was the first roller coaster I ever went on, and, for a long time, the only one. I'll tell you, that ride really scared me to death.
Always interesting stuff in the Ten Things. Mark Jacob and Stephan Benzkofer really come up with some interesting things.
Keep Up the Good Work. --DaCoot
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