Michigan’s Lumbering Era Gave Way to Modern Industry
National Geographic notes Michigan’s pioneer lumber camps along Au Sable watershed, detailing Detroit’s rise to a major industrial hub with 3,000 plants and 1.25 million residents, and tracing the transition from timber to diversified manufacturing across cities like Ludington, Muskegon, Saginaw, Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, and Lansing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Geographic Society
Washington, D. C
WNU
Great Company of Michigan
Au Sable River
Monsieur Jean Nicolet
Michigan
Detroit
Belle Isle
Belle Isle Park
Avalon
Enchanted Island
Pontiac
Great Western Railroad
Lansing
State House
Saginaw
Great Lakes
Au Gres
Ludington
Cheboygan
Beofulot
Monge
Manistee
Kalamazoo
Indiana
United States
Grand Rapid
Unhappy Jump From Rags to Riches Fable
A hobo named Bill wanders a country lane hoping for aid and a meal ticket. He wins a fictitious windfall from Ballyhoo Oil stock after a carnival, meets bankers and media types, and enjoys fake glory before relatives rush in. The tale ends with a cautionary moral about outsiders and inward protection.
Night Photography in War and Peace Time
The article notes night photography risks secrecy during World War I style troop movements as cameras reveal movements in darkness. It highlights a two billion candlepower flashlight bomb enabling night operation and compares glare to billions of car headlights, with potential peace time uses in flood relief and rapid surveys.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Trubee
Gaboon a Fighter Bush Cows of West Africa Feared by Natives
The gaboon buffalo, smaller than the cape buffalo, stands about four feet high and is noted for extreme viciousness. Natives hunting them for meat have fallen to their sharp horns. Often called bush cows, they dwell in the bush by day and roam plains at night. They are said to react strongly against white objects, while a bull is typically aroused by red.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bill
Gones
Otis
Ote
Uncle
Byil
Jarvis
Hwa
William
Yale
Oxford
Cambridge
Ezra Hornbaker
Riverside
Calif
Ballyhooki
Travis
Ailey
Wintergreen
West Africa
East Africa
Louise Owen
American Mercury
Housework Not To Be Greatly Pittied
A 20th century view argues against condemning housework as mere drudgery. Louise Owen compares routines to teaching and library work, praising the daily structure, autonomy, and personal pride found in intelligent, industrious housekeeping.
Knight of the Road and Future Vision Benches Upholstered
A fragment notes plans for future urban seating titled Eye to the Future and Companion To have a million dollars. It suggests upholstering park benches to improve public spaces. No dates or locations are provided.
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Knight of the Road
Romely Face in Politics Draws Attention and Critique
A Romely figure gains traction in local politics, attracting debates over influence and public perception. Supporters highlight experience and leadership while critics question authenticity and policy impact amid a crowded race.
Statue of Lindbergh Featured at Lindbergh Field
A bronze statue of Charles A. Lindbergh titled the Lone Eagle stands at Lindbergh Field in San Diego. Gifted by local citizens, the sculpture follows prior statues of Pershing Dawes and Depew, reflecting the era’s effort to honor notable figures in public spaces.
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General Pershing
Charles G. Dawes
Capitol
Chauncey M. Depew
Col Charles A. Lindbergh
Lone Eagle
Lindbergh Field
San Diego
Calif
Also Mentioned on This Page
Bell Synateate
America
Legion Boys
Pablic Square
Henry
Ballyhoo Oil Company
M. E. Church
Main Street
Ballyhoo
New York City
Florida
Dept
Long Beach
Callie
Pildaciate
Drivata Estate
Chein
Sturgeon Lakes
Abbingim
Arrowhead
Canada
GEO, Oldham
Minnesota
Tey Lydia E. Pinkham
Lydia E. Pinkham
Barry
Rose
Balsam
Hiscox Chemical Works
Patchogue
Des Moines
Elsie
Rinso
Fraulein Brunhilde
London
Mrs. Snapper
Mr. Snapper
Lay
Sentinel House
Impervious Paint Works, Inc
North Wells
Chicago
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