Rails Into the Thumb – Cass City and the Detroit and Huron Railroad, 1913- Video
The Detroit and Huron Railroad opened in 1913, linking Cass City and Bad Axe. Once vital to Michigan’s Thumb, it ran its final train in 1951 before fading into history.
Tag: railroads
Incredable Oxford Michigan History – From Deep Gravel Pits to the Lone Ranger
Oxford, Michigan’s history runs from gravel pits and railroads to bustling downtown streets and the Lone Ranger’s voice. A small town that helped build Michigan’s industry and culture.
Short History of the Bad Axe Chicory Plant and the Muller Coffee Substitute Era, c. 1909–1912
An early-1900s photo captures the Bad Axe chicory plant tied to the railroad and regional farms. Operated by E. B. Muller & Co., it supported Michigan’s coffee-substitute trade in the first half of the 20th century.
Rich History of Bach Michigan – One of the Thumbs 3 “Sister Hamlet’s” in the Early 1900s – Video
Once a vital railroad and farm hub in Michigan’s Thumb, Bach’s history reflects the hopes of its founder and the harsh turns of the Great Depression. Explore its German-American roots, boom years, and quiet fade into rural obscurity.
History of Imlay City Michigan – 14 Rare Photos – Video
Imlay City is a small Michigan town with a big story. Its history began in the 19th century, but the years 1900–1930 were when the town really came alive. In this era, local farms, businesses, and community events created the Imlay …
Reese Michigan History: 10 Remarkable Glimpses of a Gritty Rail Town – Video
Reese, Michigan evolved from a post-Civil War frontier settlement into a thriving village by 1950. Strengthened by agriculture, railroads, and community efforts, its residents built enduring institutions amid challenges like wars and the Depression.
Pointe Aux Barques Depot Preserves a Powerful Slice of Michigan History
This early 1900s photo captures the rural railroad depot at Pointe Aux Barques, Michigan, taken by Louis James Pesha. The image includes a windmill-powered water tower, a wooden depot station, and both a horse-drawn buggy and early automobile, capturing a transitional …
The Restored 1890 Marlette Railway Depot Faces Uncertain Future
By 1910 Marlette Railway depot was a twice a day stop for passengers and freight between Port Huron and Saginaw. During World War I, the depot saw service by sending freight and troops to fight in the Great War. However, will it survive the pandemic?