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In the back of Saginaw, Michigan’s Forest Lawn Cemetary, is a massive stone mausoleum where lumber baron and railroad tycoon Wellington R. Burt is entombed. At the time of his death in 1919, he was the 8th wealthiest person in America and the second richest person in Michigan with Henry Ford holding that title. He
Standing outside the Clinton County Courthouse in Plattsburg, Missouri is a statue of David Rice Atchison. He served as a senetor for Missouri and under the statue is a plaque declaring him as “President for one day” In 1849, Inauguration Day, which was March 4, coincided with a Sunday, leading to president-elect Zachary Taylor postponing
In Bellefontaine, Ohio, an archway beside the courthouse proclaims Court Avenue as the oldest concrete street in America. Below this declaration stands a statue honoring George Bartholomew, the visionary who first proposed paving the street with concrete in 1891. Bartholomew, undeterred by skepticism, convinced the Bellefontaine City Council to allow a small test patch of
The Thurmond Train Depot stands as a testament to the vital role railroads played in shaping West Virginia’s history. Located in the heart of the New River Gorge, this historic structure served as a bustling hub for both passengers and freight during the coal mining boom of the early 20th century. The depot itself, a
The northern Wisconsin town of Wabeno sits near the center of Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. The logging museum is in downtown, and next to it is a large contraption in a pavilion surrounded by fencing to protect it. The massive machine looks like a cross between a locomotive, snowmobile and a bulldozer. It looks lie something
Built in 1885 for the wealthy Allyn family, the Delavan mansion served as their primary residence, surpassing even their lavish lakefront homes and winter retreat in Los Angeles. Mr. Allyn tragically passed away within its walls in 1913, leaving the estate to his wife. Upon her death in 1939, the mansion was bequeathed to her
Located near Plato, Missouri, the Bates-Geers House is a dedaying symbol of the area’s vibrant history. Built in 1840, this two-story Greek Revival-style residence offers an intriguing look into the lives of early settlers and the development of the region. Around 1850, James Addison Bates constructed this impressive two-story home using planks from his water-powered
Along the Lake Michigan shoreline in the Indiana Dunes National Park is a collection of five extraordinary houses. They were built for the 1933 World’s Fair in Chicago that was titled The Century of Progress. Millions of people came to the fair to marvel at the futuristic homes.The houses were named the Florida Tropical, Rostone,
During my travels across the United States, I’ve encountered many old steam locomotives on display. However, the 225 in Proctor, Minnesota, southwest of Duluth, is undoubtedly the most impressive I’ve seen. The 225 had a the nickname of “The Queen” and I am sure people marvled as it rolled by like royalty. This magnificent locomotive
The Ebenezer Chapel, a historic brick church, stands in the West Virginia town of Marmet, adjacent to I-77. Originally slated for demolition to make way for the expressway, the chapel’s preservation was secured thanks to the efforts of dedicated local citizens. Constructed in 1836 by enslaved laborers owned by Marmet’s first settler, Leonard Morris, the
