Today In 1917: Michigan Helps Lead Way Toward Women’s Suffrage
The Women’s Suffrage measure authorized by the Republicans from Bad Axe Michigan placed on the ballot a referendum to allow women to vote in presidential elections.
History
Articles and features diving into the past.
12 Weird Michigan Laws That Set It Apart from Its Neighbors?
The state of Michigan is well known for its natural beauty. But it’s also known for some weird Michigan laws. It’s surrounded by breathtaking lakes and has long been a… Read More »12 Weird Michigan Laws That Set It Apart from Its Neighbors?
13 Extraordinary Mansions in the United States
There are many mansions in the United States worth exploring. Amazingly Michigan has four of the top thirteen on this list of estates where one can tour the property.
Back in 1970: Clifford Wharton Named MSU President – 1st African-American to Lead A Major University
by Ken Coleman, Michigan AdvanceJanuary 2, 2019 Clifford Wharton Jr. officially assumed the presidency of Michigan State University on this day in 1970. He was the first African-American to lead… Read More »Back in 1970: Clifford Wharton Named MSU President – 1st African-American to Lead A Major University
Back in 1948: Supreme Court Affirms Ban On Women Bartenders in Michigan
In 1948, the US Supreme Court upheld a Michigan law banning women bartenders in large cities unless their father or husband owned the establishment.
13 Zingers To Have a Perfect Marriage By Red Skelton
Comedian Red Skelton was a huge star on stage and in the early days of Television. He was known as America’s Clown Prince. His jokes and stories were inventive, and the entire family could get a laugh together.
Top 40 Best Will Rogers Quotes Of All Time – They Age Well in 2022
One of the most endearing qualities of Will Rogers was his endless supply of notable quotes.
The Will Rogers quotes are classic and timely even today.
Will Rogers was a noted writer and commentator, his favorite topic was politics in 1928 he even ran his own presidential campaign. It was a funny one and it was a mock campaign he ran as a bunk-less candidate and the Anti-Bunk Party. He even noted, “I belong to no organized party. I am a Democrat.”
Alexis de Tocqueville on the Saginaw Trail
In 1831, 26 year old Alexis de Tocqueville and his friend Gustave de Beaumont, took the ultimate road trip. The pair of French aristocrats journey from Buffalo New York to the Straights of Detroit with the intent of going to the last overland outpost of civilization; Saginaw.
Film Review: “To Keep the Light” – Women Lighthouse Keepers
The film tells the story of Abbie as she struggles to hang on to her post as the keeper of her lighthouse. She’s isolated and, except for her catatonic husband, alone.
1 Old Color Postcard of Bay City Michigan in 1908 Says It All
1908 picture postcard of Bay City’s Midland Street
