Take a trip this episode to Grand Hotel, established on scenic Mackinac Island and an iconic focal point throughout Michigan's history.

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The episode explores the significant contributions of Michigan's Odawa men during World War I, highlighting their brave service despite the injustices they faced as non-citizens.

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This episode dives into the origins of Gerber Baby Food, an iconic brand that emerged from a moment of domestic challenge in 1927. Dorothy Gerber's frustration in preparing pureed peas for her daughter prompted her husband, Daniel Gerber, to confront the difficulty of the task himself, ultimately leading to a pivotal inquiry regarding the feasibility of pureeing peas at their canning plant.

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The Rainbow Inn was Northern Michigan's sole African American resort hotel and restaurant, which opened its doors in 1950. Established by William Thomas West, an African American railway porter and chef, the Rainbow Inn was a pioneering establishment that welcomed patrons of all races, thereby providing a sanctuary in an era when racial segregation was prevalent even in the North.

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This episode explores the significant role Michigan plays in the realm of sugar beet production. The origins of this industry can be traced back to the late 19th century.

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The principal focus of this episode revolves around the significant contributions of the Traverse City State Hospital and its contributions towards progressive mental health care in America throughout the 20th century. The institution was pivotal in implementing advanced treatment methodologies emphasizing the necessity of clean air, sunlight, and humane treatment for individuals with mental health challenges.

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The episode recounts the tragic maritime disaster involving the schooner Minnehaha on October 13, 1893, near Lake Michigan. Despite being one of the largest vessels on the Great Lakes, the Minnehaha succumbed to a ferocious storm, leading to its eventual wreck.

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The primary focus of this episode revolves cigar manufacturing industry in Detroit, a pivotal hub of tobacco production during the early 20th century.

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Following a disastrous camping trip, Arthur Sherman was inspired to design a more practical and efficient camping solution that brought about the covered wagon, an early version of the recreational vehicle.

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Tim McCoy, a native of Saginaw, Michigan, carved a niche for himself in the realm of motion picture Westerns. His journey commenced with a childhood steeped in adventure along the Saginaw River, leading to a formative experience with Native American culture in Wyoming, and culminating in a successful acting career that spanned from the 1920s to the 1950s.

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