Iron Mountain Prohibition: 14 Wine Barrels Meet the Gutter
A crowd gathered on East Ludington Street in April 1928 as Iron Mountain and state police emptied 14 barrels containing more than 850 gallons of confiscated wine.
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Tag: Michigan History
This tag hints at articles and stories about Michigan history and the Michigan Thumb region. Michigan was part of the Northwest territory, and starting in 1815, the fur trade and influx of settlers and land speculators began.
By the time Michigan became a state in 1838, much of the southern third was already cris-crossed with improved Indian trails and initial roads. In a few short years, the lumbering era would begin, followed by the agriculture growth resulting from the cleared land.
Wacousta Michigan History: Life Along the Looking Glass River (1900–1950)
Historic photographs show how the Looking Glass River, local mills, churches, schools and small businesses shaped life in Wacousta, Michigan.
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The Gentle History of Hubbardston Michigan – The Mill Town That Missed the Railroad (1837-1950)
Hubbardston rose on mills, timber and Irish settlement, then stalled when promised railroad tracks never arrived. Its grist mill, church and Fish Creek bridge still explain the town’s unusual path.
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Pontiac’s War in Michigan – Detroit Under Siege, a Lacrosse Ruse, and the 1763 Proclamation – Podcast
In 1763, Pontiac’s War ignited across Michigan and the Great Lakes. This was no ordinary rebellion — it was a coordinated Indigenous resistance that forced the British Empire to change its policies forever.
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History of Alma Michigan – Early 20th Century Industrial and WWI Powerhouse – Video
How did a small Midwestern town supply sugar, trucks, and food to help win the Great War? Discover the remarkable history of Alma, Michigan’s industrial boom and its unsung contributions to World War I. Hear the stories of factory workers, farmers, and entrepreneurs who proved that even the smallest town could make a big difference.
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Kalkaska Fire of 1908: How Downtown Rose From the Ashes
A wind-driven fire swept through downtown Kalkaska on July 5, 1908, destroying major businesses and forcing the village to rebuild with safer brick buildings.
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Grand Lake History: 15 Remarkable Images Reveal Presque Isle’s Resort Boom
Grand Lake near Presque Isle, Michigan, was once valued for timber, cordwood, and access to Lake Huron shipping. By the
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Davison Michigan History: 8 Rare Photos Show a Town on the Move
Eight rare photographs show Davison, Michigan, during an era shaped by railroads, brickmaking, local commerce, horse racing and the arrival of automobiles.
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