Mason County 1850-1950
Mason County 1850-1950 by David K. Petersen, published by Arcadia Publishing on October 26, 2015, offers a detailed exploration of the transformation of Mason County, Michigan, over a century. This edition, written in English and comprising 130 pages, presents a visual narrative that captures the region’s evolution from untouched wilderness to thriving communities of farmers and manufacturers.
Readers will find a rich collection of over 200 photographs that document the logging industry, mills, and the development of towns and villages. The book highlights the challenges and triumphs faced by the residents as they built their lives amidst the changing landscape. Through these images, the themes of hardship, service, and community dedication are vividly illustrated, providing insight into the historical journey of Mason County during this pivotal period.
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Mason County: 1850-1950 portrays the settlement and growth of Mason County, Michigan, as the area transformed from a land covered in virgin pine and native settlements to communities of farmers and manufacturers. This history of the region begins with images of logging and mills and follows the growth of towns, villages, and individual townships. The adversity, struggles, successes, and joys of carving a new life from the wilderness are captured in more than 200 carefully selected images. These unique photographs illustrate a life of hardship, service, and dedication to faith, family, and community as the area transitioned and changed over the decades.
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