This Article is From May 05, 2015

Google Celebrates American Journalist Nellie Bly's 151st Birth Anniversary

Google Celebrates American Journalist Nellie Bly's 151st Birth Anniversary
New Delhi: Google is celebrating 151st birth anniversary of world famous journalist Nellie Bly by posting the musical doodle on its homepage.

The melodic doodle rejoices Nellie's life and legend. Karen O from the Yeah Yeah Yeahs (American indie rock band) has composed this exceptional song about Nellie.

Born on May 5, 1865 in Pittsburg, Nellie was strong will woman who stood up for minorities, underprivileged and poor. She also fought for women rights which made her a symbol of inspiration for many women.

She is regarded as the master of investigative journalism. Her wide range of write-ups include plight of poor, immigrants and women in America.

Nellie was the pen name of US journalist Elizabeth Jane Cochrane, who is popular for traveling around the world in 72 days in 188
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