The complicated, charitable life of Bryan Mullanphy, St. Louis’ 10th mayor

St. Louis streets transformed this weekend into a sea of green as thousands of revelers celebrated St. Patrick’s Day. The city’s Irish community has a long history, which includes St. Louis’ 10th mayor, Bryan Mullanphy: Mullanphy’s contributions to the city go far beyond the street named for him. “Unseen St. Louis” writer and history buff Jackie Dana shares her findings from researching Mullaphy’s life, including his then-scandalous decision to leave one-third of his estate to the City of St. Louis, specifically to help poor immigrants and travelers.