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Michigan's Progress In Manufacturing Growth 1904 Summary
Census data show Michigan leads in manufacturing growth among five comparable states with high job gains and capital investment. Lansing dominates within-state growth metrics, with Battle Creek and Kalamazoo following. The report covers factory system establishments and cross-state industry rankings for lumber, foundry, grist mills, carriages, and dairy products. The piece notes ongoing dairy improvements urged by Governor Warner and references a local Masonic school of instruction and judicial election developments.
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