Minerva Tarbell
American journalist (1857-1944)
1857 — 1944
Quick Facts
Profession
American journalist (1857-1944)
Born
November 5, 1857
Died
1944 (age ~87)
Name Origin
Spanish
Timeline
writer, historian, biographer
United StatesBorn in Erie CountyDied in Bridgeport
1857
Born in Erie County (1857-11-05)
1876
EducationStudied at Allegheny College (1876–1880)
1944
Died in Bridgeport
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Ida Minerva Tarbell was an American writer, investigative journalist, biographer, and lecturer. She was one of the leading muckrakers and reformers of the Progressive Era of the late 19th and early 20th centuries and was a pioneer of investigative journalism.
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Who is Minerva Tarbell?+
Ida Minerva Tarbell was an American writer, investigative journalist, biographer, and lecturer. She was one of the leading muckrakers and reformers of the Progressive Era of the late 19th and early 20th centuries and was a pioneer of investigative journalism.
What does the name Minerva mean?+
The name Minerva means "A surname from Italian.". It is of Spanish origin.
When was Minerva Tarbell born?+
Minerva Tarbell was born on November 5, 1857.
When did Minerva Tarbell die?+
Minerva Tarbell died in 1944, at approximately 87 years of age.
Name Meaning
A surname from Italian.
The name Minerva is of Spanish origin, meaning "A surname from Italian.". It is traditionally a female name.
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Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Scorpio
Passionate, resourceful, brave
Water · Pluto · Oct 23 – Nov 21
Chinese Zodiac
Snake
Enigmatic, intelligent, wise
Fire · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
12 Imix
Dragon — creation, primordial energy
Celtic Tree
Reed
Deep, complex, keeper of secrets
Ogham: Ngetal · Oct 28 – Nov 24
Birthstone: Topaz — Joy, abundance
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History remembers. So do I.
— an admirer
We share a planet and a moment in time. That's enough.
— someone far away
Legend.
— anon
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