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Superiorland Yesterdays

EDITOR’S NOTE: Superiorland Yesterdays is prepared by the reference staff at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette.

30 years ago

MARQUETTE — Specific attractions can convince travelers to come to the Upper Peninsula and also determine how long they spend here, according to a survey distributed in August at the Mackinac Bridge. Sponsored by the Mackinac Bridge Authority, Northern Michigan University, the U.P. Travel and Recreation Association and the Eastern Upper Peninsula Employment and Training Consortium, the survey asked a variety of questions about travelers’ backgrounds and destinations. Michigan Youth Corps volunteers distributed 11,411 survey cards in two days; 2,236 cards were returned. The survey showed that: Nearly half the out-of-state travelers have never before been to the U.P.: 58 percent of those responding were from the Lower Peninsula: 40 percent of all those responding had been to the U.P. at least once before: and 46 percent of those responding traveled in two-person parties.

60 years ago

MARQUETTE — Practically no trouble was reported in Marquette two nights ago, as the city passed another peaceful Hallowe’en. Chief of Police Don McCormick said only routine complaint reports were received, “It was just an ordinary night,” he said. “We had one false alarm reported and one complaint of a disturbance, on South Fifth Street. Otherwise, it was a quiet night. There was plenty of activities held,” the chief said, “and everyone had a chance to enjoy himself without getting into trouble.” A free skating party was held at the Palestra, a dance was held at the Waterfront and free moving picture shows were provided at Graveraet High School. In the afternoon, many schools conducted Hallowe’en parades, with ideal weather aiding the activities. Collections for UNICEF were held in the afternoon, but most of the youngsters returned for their usual “trick or treats” in the evening. Few persons complained, however, as practically everything was handled in an orderly fashion, police said.

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