Chicago Stories
tv show

25 total episodes
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4 seasons
First Aired October 09, 2020
Genres:
Overview
An original documentary series from Chicago PBS affiliate WTTW uncovering the city’s fascinating history. Each story presents an entertaining and intriguing tale about a person or event that shaped Chicago. The series reflects the rich diversity and breadth of human experience that shaped this great American city.

The Rise and Fall of the Mail Order Giants
Season 3 - Episode 8 - 1h 56m
Air Date
November 10, 2023
Overview
In an age before online commerce and Amazon, the catalog was king – and two Chicago mail order giants were responsible for making goods and services accessible to the masses. Chicago Stories traces the histories of Sears, Roebuck and Montgomery Ward and the fierce rivalry between the two bold innovators who founded them and forever changed the way we shop.