![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() They made sure their 30 "girls" dined on gourmet food, were examined by honest physicians and were educated.Ĭlients, who were admitted by referral letter, could enjoy an elaborate bordello featuring a room of 1,000 mirrors and stringed orchestras, among other amenities. From their double mansion, the Everleighs attempted to elevate the world's oldest profession. In her new book, Sin in the Second City: Madams, Ministers, Playboys and the Battle for America's Soul, author Karen Abbott lifts the curtain on the sisters' notorious club. There, sisters Minna and Ada Everleigh ran the country's most famous brothel, welcoming politicians, actors and foreign dignitaries, among other prominent clientele.Īnd they could name names if they had to. One of the juiciest stories was in city's Levee District. In early 20th century Chicago, the scandalous stories rocking popular culture could well be plucked from today's newspaper headlines. The Japanese throne room, pictured above, was one of several parlors featuring different themes. Ada and Minna Everleigh made their famous brothel into a sumptuous palace. ![]()
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