Biographies

Article Title

Magazine Title

Edition

Page Number

Summary

"Dapper Dan" Flood

Pennsylvania Heritage

Summer 1995

4

Pennsylvania's Legendary Congressman

"Falling into a Hole of Some Sort": Charles Goldblum's 1944 Grand Can You Adventure

Pittsburgh History

Fall 1997

92

Pittsburgher Charles Goldblum was in the army, flying over the Grand Canyon and had engine problems

"To Be Both A Negro And An American"

Pennsylvania Heritage

Spring 2001

6

W.E.B. Dubois and his search for an African American identity

"Your Future Depends On Yourself"

Pennsylvania Heritage

Fall 1998

32

Asa Packer as the self-made man.

25 Years in the Neighborhood

Pittsburgh Magazine

February 1993

40

For a quarter -century Fred Rogers has endured as the kind, gentle, understanding TV father-figure who likes us all young and…

80 People to Watch in '80

Pittsburgh Magazine

January 1980

21

Doctors, lawyers and Indian chiefs. The best and the brightest. Our 80 people to watch are going to be the movers and the …

A Champion for All Seasons

Pennsylvania Heritage

Summer 1998

4

Lizzie Stride became the first woman to receive a minor league baseball contract

A Kentucky Frontiersman's Pa Roots: The Daniel Boone Homestead

Pennsylvania Heritage

Summer 1998

30

Daniel Boone developed his character in the simple Berks County homestead and surrounding hills and forests of his youth

A Queen in the Kingdoms of Presbyteria and Bohemia

Pittsburgh Magazine

April 1993

32

Willa Cather came East looking for intellectual fervor and cultural excitement. Instead she found Pittsburgh-- and began…

A Treasure Trove of Memories from Uncle Wallace

Western Pennsylvania History

Summer 1999

74

Life and times of a globetrotting Pittsburgh physician Walbare Dodds

A Writer's Life

Pittsburgh Magazine

July 1991

24

Barry Paris talks about his past, his book, and Julia Roberts

Al-Ed-HA

Western Pennsylvania History

Fall 1999

106

Fayette County's Forgotten Mountain Poet

An Afternoon with Stefan Lorant

Pittsburgh Magazine

February 1989

27

One of the 20th century's authentic geniuses recounts a lifetime of memories

An Age He Deserves

Pittsburgh Magazine

June 1980

36

A look at Leon Arkus. The man and his reign as the director of the Carnegie Museum of Art.

Anchors Away

Pittsburgh Magazine

February 1997

32

There are some striking similarities between top TV newswomen Patti Burns and Sally Wiggin, and some major differences.

Barbara Yahr

Pittsburgh Magazine

October 1992

136

The publisher talks with Pittsburgh Symphony Asst. Conductor Barbara Yahr

Billy Comes to Life

Pittsburgh Magazine

October 1993

71

A first-time author, Albert French is winning accolades for a major new novel--and is also fascinating on his own.

Blind Justice

Pittsburgh Magazine

March 1981

34

The biggest victim of a sting of robberies and rapes was the chief suspect.

Coming to America

Pittsburgh Magazine

October 1989

40

First impressions of the Western world, by a student from the mysterious East

Contract Murder

Pittsburgh Magazine

November 1984

50

An interview with a professional hit man from Pittsburgh

Cool Papa Bell

Pittsburgh Magazine

August 1980

36

The city's best center fielder never played for the Pirates.

Crystal Bird Fauset Raises Her Voice For Human Rights

Pennsylvania Heritage

Winter 1997

34

A look at Pennsylvania's first black female representative, and the nation's for that matter.

David L. Lawrence, The Deft Hand Behind Pittsburgh's-And Pennsylvania's-Politics

Pennsylvania Heritage

Fall 2001

22

The Democratic mayor of Pittsburgh and Governor of Pennsylvania

David McCullough

Pittsburgh Magazine

September 1992

120

The publisher talks with Pittsburgh-born author David McCullough

Dick Caliguiri: The Mayor Nobody Can Hate

Pittsburgh Magazine

June 1979

35

There are critics and naysayers out there, but not as many and they aren't making much noise yet.

Dick's Next Step

Pittsburgh Magazine

November 1992

40

Former Governor Richard Thornburg works at the U.N. these days

Doctor, Rebel, Scholar, Star

Pittsburgh Magazine

June 1985

34

A healer of souls and minds, Abraham Twerski straddles two worlds and tries to make sense of both.

Down the Depression River

Pittsburgh History

Fall 1996

108

Bill Easton and three others paddled down the Mississippi River on $60 during the depression.

Dropping it on J.D. Salinger

Pittsburgh Magazine

November 1979

42

Q&A session with J.D. Salinger, author of "Catcher in the Rye".

Earth Colors

Pittsburgh Magazine

August 1992

22

Exploring the work of Mary Jean Kenton

Face Facts

Pittsburgh Magazine

December 1982

42

It's possible to read your face like a book. We tell you how, plus offer some readings of the town's more familiar faces.

Finding A Light In The Forest

Pennsylvania Heritage

Summer 1996

12

Conrad Weiser Homestead

Finnegan Begins Again

Pittsburgh Magazine

April 1995

46

WPXI's popular anchor juggles career, family and recovery from cancer

Fred Rogers: Monarch in the Kingdom of the Good

Pittsburgh Magazine

April 1979

40

He takes a lot of heat from cynics but kids love him just the way he is

From the Ranks of the Ordinary People: Father Cox and Pittsburgh in the 1940's

Pittsburgh History

Summer 1997

52

Down to earth pastor in the strip district from 1930-1951

Funny Business

Pittsburgh Magazine

November 1988

39

Pittsburgh's favorite comedian, Jimmy Krenn, is a rising star. Will success lure him from the city he loves?

Gettleman's Law

Pittsburgh Magazine

December 1986

42

A close-up look at the man who defends Pittsburgh's most notorious criminals, Paul Gettleman

Giving His All

Pittsburgh Magazine

January 1996

44

The Pittsburgher of the Year, John Connelly

'Hands-on, All over': Captain Bill Jones

Pittsburgh History

Winter 1997/1998

148

Story of Bell Jones

Hart of the Suburbs

Pittsburgh Magazine

May 1998

52

Just how high can Sen. Melissa Hart's star rise

History and Community

Pennsylvania Heritage

Winter 1998

22

Pennsylvania' s First Lady Makes the connection-An interview with Michele Ridge

Hizzoners of Allegheny County

Pittsburgh Magazine

May 1993

32

What do an undertaker, a plumber, a janitor and a beautician have in common? They're all real jobs of some of our local mayors.

If I Can Make it There

Pittsburgh Magazine

May 1989

43

Artist Frank Harris has moved his brushes and paints from Pittsburgh's South Side to concrete canyons of the Big Apple

Inside Ingram

Pittsburgh Magazine

April 1996

48

WTAE's tough-guy reporter is himself a tough story to crack

Joan Collins

Pittsburgh Magazine

February 1992

30

The queen of Dynasty takes the stage in Pittsburgh

John James Audobon

Pennsylvania Heritage

Summer 1996

28

Squire of Mill Grove and genius of art and science

Joseph Priestly- Catalyst of the Enlightenment

Pennsylvania Heritage

Summer 1999

22

Discoverer of oxygen spends his last 10 years in Pennsylvania

Judge John P. Flaherty: Rebel with Many Causes

Pittsburgh Magazine

December 1978

43

He is against the system, for work, insulting to colleagues, partial to eccentric cars, the Irish predicament and the media

Just a Good Ol' Boy

Pittsburgh Magazine

November 1983

64

Don't let the southern charm fool you. Angus McEachran is out to make the Pittsburgh Press into a great Newspaper

Learning from losing

Pittsburgh Magazine

April 1990

48

Jim Leyland turns an unlucky season into a learning experience

Like Father, Like Son

Pennsylvania Heritage

Summer 1995

30

The Extraordinary Bartrams

Living For Reform

Pennsylvania Heritage

Winter 2001

14

A look at Joseph A. Yablonski's campaign for the presidency of the United Mine Workers Union

Lon H Colborn & The Century of Science

Western Pennsylvania History

Spring 1999

34

Allderdice High Schools inspirational chemistry professor

Man in a Fish Bowl

Pittsburgh Magazine

November 1996

68

The spotlight is on Mark Nordenberg and what he can accomplish at University of Pittsburgh

Meet Mister Rogers, Everybody's Neighbor

Pennsylvania Heritage

Summer 1997

21

An interview with Fred Rogers

Men in a Rage

Pittsburgh Magazine

September 1981

58

Nobody likes a wife-beater. But can anyone help him?

Money Player

Pittsburgh Magazine

August 1983

32

As a pro defensive back he had a tough enough time keeping people like Paul Warfield out of the end zone. But now, as a …

More Power to You

Pittsburgh Magazine

August 1995

40

What does it mean to have power? We ask 25 of the most powerful women in Pittsburgh

Mr. Lucky

Pittsburgh Magazine

December 1998

74

From Bell Acres to "Veronica's Closet", Dan Cortese leads a charmed life

Mr. Mon

Pittsburgh Magazine

December 1996

56

Mega-star Michael Keaton still upholds values of family and community

My D-Day was June 6, 1946

Western Pennsylvania History

Fall 1999

122

Ann Jan Osko's life after a spinal cord injury.

Myron Cope: The Man Behind the Terrible Towel

Pittsburgh Magazine

April 1979

27

His tonsil strength is legendary, but it's that symbol that has now made him famous and it's bigger than all outdoors

Nathaniel Rosen

Pittsburgh Magazine

November 1978

34

After Moscow: Portrait of the artist as a success

Old Johnny's Vision For An Industrial Society

Pennsylvania Heritage

Winter 2000

34

A biography of John Fredrick Hartranft

On the Outside

Pittsburgh Magazine

November 1982

44

For most of his 50 years he has lived in mental hospitals. Now he is starting a new life.

One day in the painting life of Bernard Tiernan

Pittsburgh Magazine

November 1990

48

A candid profile of an artist who, some say, is on the verge of success.

Our Best Neighbor

Pittsburgh Magazine

January 1998

38

After reaching out to children for 30 years, Fred Rogers still keeps his "neighborhood" relevant to new generations.

Part II - 'My People': Edward Abbey's Appalachian Roots in Indiana County, Pennsylvania.

Pittsburgh History

Winter 96-97

160

Local author Edward Abbey has written many stories that have gotten national acclaim.

Pittsburgher of the Year

Pittsburgh Magazine

January 1992

36

Bob Johnson: Remembered for his attitude, his optimism, and his courage

Pittsburghers in Hollywood

Pittsburgh Magazine

March 1992

22

Michael Keaton, Jeff Goldblum and a host of others have made it in Hollywood

Pittsburghers of the Century

Pittsburgh Magazine

December 1999

66

What? Another List? There's a lot to pick form in 100 year - hope you'll relish our choices

Pittsburghers of the Year

Pittsburgh Magazine

January 1987

47

The honors go to Wesley Posvar and Richard Cyert as they lead the city into the 21st Century.

Pittsburgh's Most Wanted

Pittsburgh Magazine

February 1996

36

Warm up your Valentine dream list with the town's hottest singles

Pushing Around Dance

Pittsburgh Magazine

April 1982

30

Patrick Frantz remains the artistic soul of the Pittsburgh ballet.

Reaching for the Stars

Pittsburgh Magazine

September 1999

97

And we solute the years Harry Award winners for doing Just that.

Real Pittsburgers of 1885

Pittsburgh Magazine

December 1984

70

Pittsburgh Magazine salutes the city's up-and-comers

Real Pittsburghers

Pittsburgh Magazine

January 1987

50

A salute to four people who made a difference.

Real Pittsburghers

Pittsburgh Magazine

January 1992

32

We salute four people for their unselfish service to the community

Rebel In Retrospect

Pittsburgh Magazine

May 1980

30

He is Pittsburgh's Monsignor Charles Owen Rice, and for more than 46 years he has been a thorn in the side of the status quo.

Remembering Roberto Clemente

Pittsburgh Magazine

December 1992

36

An insightful profile of one of Pittsburgh's most beloved sports heroes

Robert Kelley

Pittsburgh Magazine

November 1992

144

The publisher talks with Robert Kelley, whose latest book, The Power of Followership

Roughing it on the river and Reuben Gold Thwaites in Western Pennsylvania

Pittsburgh History

Fall 1996

114

Reuben Gold Thwaites and his family traveled from the Monongahela River to the end of the Ohio, encountering some difficulties.

Sam I Am

Pittsburgh Magazine

November 1993

62

Dr. Sam Donaldson ponders the shadow cast by his famous newsman father.

See Slash Run, See Slash Throw, See Slash Catch

Pittsburgh Magazine

October 1996

60

Kordell Stewart could cure the NFL of its rep as the No Fun League

Senator Harris Wofford

Pittsburgh Magazine

December 1992

29

The publisher interviews Wofford about the economy, the region and other issues

Signs of Life

Pittsburgh Magazine

December 1989

72

The soundless comedy of Alan Barwiolek

Steel City's Favorite Son

Pittsburgh Magazine

September 1984

48

Art Rooney, Sr.

Steppin' it Up

Pittsburgh Magazine

October 1993

58

Known for his frenetic dancing style, Tome Cousin is just as energetic in his multifaceted career as a chorographer, director..

Super Sleuth

Pittsburgh Magazine

May 1984

44

Detective Alan Fleischman

Swami, How I Love Ya

Pittsburgh Magazine

September 1996

54

Psychic Charles Kieffer has more than your usual sense of hometown spirit

Talented, Tragic and Triumphant

Pennsylvania Heritage

Spring 1995

20

The life and career of artist Elizabeth Sparhawk-Jones

The Big Gamble

Pittsburgh Magazine

November 1984

68

Organized labor struggles to regain lost political power

The Birdman of Baden

Pittsburgh Magazine

September 1996

16

Pay rapt attention to Earl Schriver and his birds of prey

The Boy Next Door

Pittsburgh Magazine

May 1997

46

TV and stage star David Conrad

The Emperor of Vitamins

Pittsburgh Magazine

November 1983

84

David Shakarian, founder of General Nutrition, Inc., has used bee pollen and bone meal tablets to build a great fortune

The Eveready Mayor

Pittsburgh Magazine

July 1992

24

Pittsburgh's best-loved Jewish grandmother keeps going, and going…

The Fourth Stooge

Pittsburgh Magazine

January 1996

60

Pittsburgh's own Emil Sitka

The Game Kept Willie Young

Pittsburgh Magazine

October 1982

60

For 20 years he was one of baseball's best, but he never stopped playing for fun.

The Gang That Couldn't Bust Straight

Pittsburgh Magazine

May 1980

33

Chuck Harvey was an ambitious cop. The International Association of Chiefs of Police voted him #2. But now he faces criminal …

The Gentleman From Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Heritage

Winter 2001

6

An interview with William W. Scranton

'The Great Sneeze' James Vale Downie, 1843-1962

Pittsburgh History

Fall 1996

126

James Vale Downie was a great person. Go and read his books.

The Head of the Class

Pittsburgh Magazine

March 1996

56

Shane Douglas wrestles with his twin careers in the ring and in Beaver High

The Indomitable Mrs. D.

Pittsburgh Magazine

December 1989

64

A conversation with 86-year old author, Marcia Davenport

The Lady in Red: Cornelia Bryce Pinchot, Feminist for Social Justice

Pennsylvania Heritage

Fall 1997

22

Cornelia Pinchot ran for congress in 1928, 1932 and 1936

The Living Years

Pittsburgh Magazine

April 1992

44

A conversation with Pittsburgh-born writer Annie Dillard, plus an excerpt

The Making of Jonas Salk

Pittsburgh Magazine

June 1984

42

Jonas Salk

The Maverick of Grant Street

Pittsburgh Magazine

April 1986

42

Tom Flaherty: Up-close and personal

The New Wave

Pittsburgh Magazine

October 1996

66

Meet some of the young people who are creating Pittsburgh's tomorrow

The Real Thing

Pittsburgh Magazine

February 1986

26

Actress Helena Ruoti plays the starring role on stage and at home

The Reverend Prince

Westsylvania

Autumn 1999

10

Father Demetrius Gallitzin was a missionary, pastor, and frontier philosopher-apologist who founded dozens of parishes

The Riding Instructor

Pittsburgh Magazine

February 1992

33

When she teaches, her handicaps seem to disappear

The Second Generation

Pittsburgh Magazine

September 1979

34

She was born into the business, now Patti Burns is trying to earn the respect of colleagues and the public.

The Social Entrepreneur

Pittsburgh Magazine

October 1999

88

William Strickland takes the successor the Manchester Craftsmen's Guild to the world.

The Sound of Musick

Pittsburgh Magazine

July1986

32

The city's most controversial columnist -- up close and personal

The Testing of Ted Simmons

Pittsburgh Magazine

October 1992

52

The Pirates General manager discusses the long term plans for his team

The Two Worlds of Chip Ganassi

Pittsburgh Magazine

November 1998

68

Pittsburghers barely recognize this world celebrity in our midst - but that will soon change

The Uncommon Valor of Michael Strank

Western Pennsylvania History

Spring 2000

4

The biography of Sgt. Michael Strank, flag raiser of Iwo Jima

The Winner

Pittsburgh Magazine

September 1995

64

Meet the man behind The Club, the popular car security device: Sharon's Jim Winner

The Wizard of Irwin

Pittsburgh Magazine

January 1992

46

Doc Adams and his extraordinary inventions

The Wonder Boy

Pittsburgh Magazine

September 1999

112

Michael Chaon talks about his novel, the movie it's becoming and the city that inspired it.

The World Of Ida Ella Jones

Pennsylvania Heritage

Summer 1996

20

Ida Ella Jones

They are the World

Pittsburgh Magazine

November 1993

58

Four Pittsburghers extend helping hands across geographic and political boundaries.

Three Bands

Pittsburgh Magazine

September 1989

62

A look at the men who run three of the most successful bands in the city

To Do Good And Love Mercy

Pennsylvania Heritage

Spring 1999

32

A conversation with civil rights activist C. Delores Tucker

Top Doctors

Pittsburgh Magazine

October 1992

40

Our survey of Pittsburgh physicians

Trials of a Transplant Surgeon

Pittsburgh Magazine

September 1992

52

Gripping excerpts from Thomas Starzl's new book

Tribute

Pittsburgh Magazine

January 1992

34

A special tribute to the late Senator John Heinz

Uncle Ed Signs Off

Pittsburgh Magazine

August 1980

24

Everyone has an anecdote about the city's most beloved radio voice. Here are some of the best.

Uncommon Pleas

Pittsburgh Magazine

February 1992

36

Judge Robert Dauer is pithy, eloquent, funny - and sometimes controversial

Unconventional Patriot: An Interview with Ann Hawkes Hutton

Pennsylvania Heritage

Winter 1991

10

An Interview with Anne Hawkes Hutton of Bucks County

Voices of Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh Magazine

November 1992

46

Some local personalities have distinctive voices familiar to all of us.

War Horses, Wizards and the Writing Life

Pittsburgh Magazine

December 1993

58

The successful author of four fantasy novels, Susan Dexter lives in the castles she builds in the air.

Wheel of Fortune

Pittsburgh Magazine

September 1993

32

The Ferris wheel brought fame to it's Pittsburgh inventor--but also disaster and premature death.

Who Ever Called him Dumb

Pittsburgh Magazine

November 1993

70

Terry Bradshaw may miss playing football, but it's not for lack of fame and fortune in his post-Steeler life.

Will Success Find Stephen Heilman Again?

Pittsburgh Magazine

December 1993

60

The founder of Pittsburgh's hot high-tech firm, Medrad, looks for new challenges