Who is Joe Medill

Born

Apr 6, 1823

Joseph Medill was born in New Brunswick, Canada in 1823.

Chicago Tribune

Jan 1, 1855

In 1855, after relocating to Chicago, Medill bought the Chicago Tribune with Charles H. Ray, becoming the paper's managing editor.

Mayor of Chicago

Nov 1, 1871

Medill was elected Mayor of Chicago in November of 1871, one month after the Great Chicago Fire.

Dead

Mar 16, 1899

He continued in this position until his death on March 16, 1899.