Caseville’s Union Memorial Statue
by The Pedestal Inscription of the Caseville’s Union Memorial statue reads – 1910. Dedicated to the living and dead soldiers of Huron County 1861-1865. Erected by the …
by Category: History
We examine stories and events that shaped the history of the Upper Thumb and Michigan. While we focus on the Thumb region, other Great Lakes historical events are covered. Major events include the lumbering era and the 1871 and 1881 great fires. We cover major pioneers and personalities that shaped the region. To hear many of our best stories, visit and subscribe to our Podcast, “The End of the Road in Michigan.”
Our best Michigan history posts are found below.
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Fun at Caseville Campground Since 1919
by #ThumbPic of the Day – Caseville Vintage Camping
The Dying Sparlings – A True Thumb Murder Mystery
by The reaction to our review of Thumb Pointed Fingers was overwhelming. There still is intense interest about this true Michigan murder mystery. I was surprised on the number of people who mentioned that their grandfather or uncle was involved as a juror or in law enforcement.
1881 Fire Parisville Michigan Devastation
by The 1881 fire that swept much of Michigan’s Thumb devastated one town. However stories of miraculous events are passed down today.
Kilmanagh General Store – Saving A Great Thumb Icon
by The Thumb’s own Kilmanagh General Store is iconic. However time has taken its toll on the 1870 structure that sports one of the last 1800’s storefront facades. The Building and Zoning Department has deemed the porch unsafe and ordered it repaired or removed. You can help save it. Find out how.
Michigan Jewish Colony of Palestine
by The Northern Michigan Jewish Colony of Palestine located outside of Bad Axe began in the late 1883 and lasted for over 20 years.
Prices Spike Affect Cost of Living 1917
by The big issue 100 years ago was the cost of living in 1917 and the availability of food and coal due to the First World …
102 Years Ago in Harbor Beach History
by 102 years ago illustrations started to appear in the newspapers of Michigan’s Upper Thumb. The following was on the front page of the Harbor Beach …
