In this episode I explore the history of Caleb Eldred and his sons Daniel and Nelson and their impact on several communities in Southwest Michigan, including Comstock, Climax and Battle Creek. It is a collection of fascinating stories written by people who knew them, and offers interesting insight into pioneer history.

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As this episode is airing on Independence Day in the United States, I am explore Fourth of July celebrations from the past in this episode. I cover not only the events of over 100 years ago, but also their views on patriotism, how important the day was and what they considered most important. I use articles in old newspapers for this journey.

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In this episode, I explore the history of Buchanan, Michigan which was named after the 15th President of the U.S., James Buchanan. I share some of the early pioneer history, and formation of the town.

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In this episode I explore some of the history of Bronson, Michigan from the early pioneer period to present day. Listen to hear about the Polish Festival, the early mills and taverns.

For the Bronson Website, visit: https://www.bronson-mi.com

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In this episode I explore old stories about dogs from many different angles in old newspapers published over 100+ years ago. Some are sad, others disturbing, and still others are uplifting and may even make you smile.

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The North Country trail is a scenic hiking trail of 3200+ miles that spans eight US States from North Dakota to Vermont, and the largest section of the trail goes through Michigan. In this episode I interview Dave Cornell from the Chief Noonday Chapter of the North Country Trail Association, which is reponsible for the trail section in Barry, Kalamazoo and Calhoun Counties. We discuss the history of the trail and the people who maintain it.

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For more information on or to support the Chief Noonday Chapter of the North Country Trail, visit: https://northcountrytrail.org/trail/michigan/cnd/

For more information in general about the North Country Trail and its history: https://northcountrytrail.org/about-us/history/

The North Country Trail Association can be written to at:

North Country Trail Association

229 E Main St. Lowell, MI 49331

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In this episode I explore some of the early history of Jackson, Michigan. I also discuss the formation of the state prison in Jackson, as well as the garmet and automobile industry, and railroad history.

One of the references referred to was:

It is available in the Michigan County History Collections here.

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In this episode I explore the history of a German pioneer businessman Nicholas Baumann who settled in Kalamazoo in 1855, and established a brewery as well as other businesses over the years in the city. I also explore some of the history of other German pioneer businessmen in this era.

To reference the Kalamazoo Library article referred to in this episode: https://www.kpl.gov/local-history/kalamazoo-history/biographies/baumann-nicholas/

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In this episode I interview Author Brian Young who is coming out with a new biography this year on the life and legacy of Del Shannon. In this interview, he gives a lot of lost history of the early life of the music legend who wrote 'Runaway' and several over Billboard hits during his career. Brian Young will also be visiting Battle Creek during Del Shannon Weekend from June 23rd - 25th and speaking at the Del Shannon Historic Legacy event on Sunday June 25th.

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For more details about Del Shannon weekend, visit: https://bcrhm.org

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In this episode I explore the history of the first large public theatre in Battle Creek, which opened in 1869 called the 'Hamblin Opera House'. It was established by Alexander C. Hamblin, a banker and philanthrophist. Through the 30+ years of its existence the Hamblin Opera House brought a variety of entertainment from dramatic plays, to concerts and minstral shows to the community. Many of the famous Broadway theatrical troops of the time performed there, as well as traveling shows from other cities in the country.

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