Running Tour of the Chicago Taxi Wars

Join Read & Run Chicago and Street Fight author Anne Morrissy for a five-mile runinspired by her gripping account of the 1920s Chicago taxi wars, a lesser-acknowledged historical period that had lasting impacts on Chicago business, labor relations and the way we traverse the Windy City. Along this route, you’ll stop at various sites relevant to the three major players in this drama: Yellow Cab, the Hotel La Salle and Checker Taxi. Afterwards, enjoy an intimate discussion with Morrissy, book sales and signings, plus snacks and drinks.