The Fading Days of Michigan’s Bach General Store
The Bach General Store, long since closed. Once the center of the community, these shops were common in the days before Walmart and Dollar General.
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Pere Marquette Depot in Gilford, Michigan: A Glimpse into Early Rail Life
Early 1900s view of the Pere Marquette Railroad Depot in Gilford, Michigan. The station served as a hub for passengers, freight, and telegraph communication in rural Tuscola County. Photo by Sherman. This real photo postcard captures the Pere Marquette Railway Depot …
The Forlorn Pere Marquette Depot of Harbor Beach
In 1878, the Port Huron and Northwestern Railroad extended track from Port Huron to Sand Beach, aiding local economy. The railroad was crucial for transporting goods and later converted to standard gauge. Accidents and declining use led to discontinuation of rail services in 1995, with the historic depot repurposed for lodging.
Last Stop to the Sugar Beet Fields – Kinde’s Pere Marquette Station, Circa 1915
This early 20th-century postcard captures a rare moment outside the Pere Marquette Station in Kinde, Michigan—a once-bustling hub for passengers and freight in the Thumb. Lined up beside the tracks are local residents, station workers, and children, pausing for the camera …
Michigan Moments – Vividly Explore The Amazing History of 78 Michigan Small Towns
Welcome to our Michigan Moments series, bringing you captivating glimpses into the fascinating history and charming communities across Michigan’s Thumb region and beyond. Each reel takes you on a journey through Michigan’s rich past, showcasing the stories, people, and events that …
Feds Pour Millions into Detroit Rail Project – Targets Clean Up Of City’s Emissions Nightmare!
The Livernois Intermodal Facility in Detroit is set for significant eco-friendly upgrades thanks to $67 million in federal funding. The project will replace diesel cranes with hybrids, expand rail tracks, and modernize infrastructure to enhance supply chain efficiency while reducing emissions, improving air quality, and supporting local economic growth.
Interurban Services in Michigan – 1900s Electric Vechicles Kept Small Towns Going
Before automobiles, Michigan’s interurban electric railways addressed transportation challenges in small towns, offering reliable, affordable travel and freight services, thus connecting communities, enhancing local economies, and transforming daily life until the rise of cars in the 1920s.
Clio Michigan 1900-1930 – Transition From Steam Whistles to Storefronts – Video
Clio, Michigan transformed from a farming outpost to an industrial hub in the early 20th century, marked by a vital railroad, local trade, and evolving community institutions, reflecting its enduring spirit and history.
