Barry S. Finkel, former Argonne employee, will present “The Curious Case of Grace Mailhouse Bernheim/Burnham McDonald” on Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2019, at the Argonne Guest House. The seminar begins at 11 a.m. followed by a lunch. Hosted by the Argonne Alumni Association (A3), the event is open to all current and retired employees and members of the public.
A plated lunch will be available immediately following the presentation. The menu choices include pasta, salads, and various sandwiches for $14/person including beverage, service charge, and sales tax.
To register for the seminar, send an email to Dave Livengood at livey11197@aol.com and indicate if you will attend the presentation only or both the presentation and lunch.
Non-employees require a gate pass and can request one by sending an email to Ashley Boyle by Monday, Sept. 16.
Abstract
Genealogical investigation may appear to some to be a dry topic, but the threads of heredity can lead down surprising paths worthy of a CSI episode. This presentation will focus on a time in the roaring 20s and the story of socialite Grace Burnham, her “eugenic” daughter, and the many men who may or may not have been the father. Along the way, the information resources that were used to explore these individuals and their relationships will be identified and discussed.
