Crates on the Curb – Clabuesch City Drugstore, Sebewaing (1909)
A crate-loaded wagon pulls up to H.C. Clabuesch’s City Drugstore in Sebewaing, in a photo labeled 1909 — a reminder of when pharmacies doubled as community general stores.
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Sebewaing, Michigan, is a village in Huron County, situated along the Saginaw Bay in the state’s Thumb region. With a population of approximately 1,721 as of the 2020 census, it offers a blend of historical significance and community spirit..
Beet Harvest Traffic Jam — Sebewaing Style
Horse-drawn wagons loaded with sugar beets roll through Sebewaing in this vintage scene titled “Hauling Sugar Beets, Sebewaing Michigan.” Long before semis and beet pilers, harvest time in Michigan’s Thumb meant teams of horses, wooden wagons, and a steady line to …
Jess and Nell: Sebewaing’s Winter Work Team
Jess and Nell, a team of draft horses, stand hitched to a low winter sled in Sebewaing — dated 1910 on this photo. A bundled-up driver sits behind them, ready to haul goods across a snow-covered street before trucks and plows …
Fatal Sebewaing Township Crash Claims Life of Bay Port Woman
The Fatal Sebewaing Township Crash killed a 77-year-old Bay Port woman and injured her husband. Investigators say fatigue may have caused the collision.
A Brief History of the Old Log Cabin Restuarant – Sebewaing, Michigan
Small towns in Michigan evolve. Back in the 1900s, a small town provided all the services one needed, which was merely a horseback or buggy ride away. General stores, liveries, blacksmiths, hardware stores, hotels, and restaurants were all part of the …
8 Unique Things To See And Do Near Sebewaing Mi
Sebewaing, Michigan, is a picturesque small town on Saginaw Bay, offering shopping, historical sites, nature experiences, and unique attractions. Highlights include a local sugar factory, wildlife refuge, and charming downtown with antique stores.
5 Forgotten Michigan Coal Towns – A Great Lakes Mining Story
Michigan discovered coal near Jackson in the 1830s. Further north coal operations started near Saginaw in the 1850s. Peaking during WWI, Sebewaing had coal mining operations up until the early 1900’s. The last coal mine was closed in 1952.
Rose Island Resort – A Delightful Bay Shore Playground Near Sebewaing 1915-1930
Rose Island, a popular Michigan resort since the early 20th century, thrived with amenities like boating, dancing, and picnics. Owned initially by the Durkees and later the Peters Brothers, it became a vibrant community hub before declining.