History quiz
QUESTION: The Sisters of the Third Order of St. Francis were responsible for building which hospital in Marquette? a. St. Francis b. St. Luke’s c. St. Mary’s d. St. Joseph’s ANSWER: C, St. Mary’s in 1891
Fourth of July celebration breaks record
“… there were so many automobiles on the island that it was two hours before the traffic jam was cleared up...” — The Mining Journal, July 5, 1928 “Fourth of July Celebration Breaks Record; Crowd at Presque Isle Yesterday is Estimated At 15,000; Fine Weather” read the Mining ...
History quiz
QUESTION: Which sandstone school was built in 1876 in south Marquette? A. Howard Froebel School B. Fisher School C. Ely School D. Hampton School ANSWER: D, Hampton School
Polio, Marquette, and Kathleen Shingler Weston
MARQUETTE — In the early 20th century, poliomyelitis, or polio, struck fear in parents around the world. The viral infection affects the central nervous system, and the victims of the disease are primarily children. While many cases result in a mild illness, a small number of serious cases ...
