37cent Nellie Bly stamp

Nellie Bly (1864-1922) was one of the first female investigative journalists of her time. While writing for the New York World, she investigated the treatment of mentally ill people inside of asylums by checking herself into an institution. Her work helped spark reforms for the quality of care for the mentally ill. In addition to her skills as a journalist, Bly is also well known for travelling around the world in seventy-two days and setting a new record.

Women in Journalism issue commemorative stamp, 2002

Scott Catalogue USA: 3667
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Museum ID: 2002.2029.176