The Village of Elwell and Its Stone Sanitarium, Gratiot CountyThe Village of Elwell and Its Stone Sanitarium, Gratiot CountyHere are some "then-and-now" images of Elwell going back to 1900 and its former stone sanitarium, still standing...John RobinsonJohn Robinson
Michigan’s Deadliest Railroad: The Pere MarquetteMichigan’s Deadliest Railroad: The Pere Marquette28 wrecks, 78 deaths. Michigan's Pere Marquette Railway had the worst train wrecks from 1900-1947. Here's some info and photos...John RobinsonJohn Robinson
“The Beer Bucket Special” and the 1889 Town of Woodbury, Eaton Co“The Beer Bucket Special” and the 1889 Town of Woodbury, Eaton CoWhy was the train coming from Woodbury nicknamed the "Beer Bucket Special"? Details, a brief history, and some old photos are here...John RobinsonJohn Robinson
MICHIGAN SHADOW TOWN: Bendon, in Benzie CountyMICHIGAN SHADOW TOWN: Bendon, in Benzie County"After the depletion of timber, the post office lasted a handful of extra years before shutting down in 1954......"John RobinsonJohn Robinson