Superior History
History quiz
QUESTION: The well-known local attorney John Voelker wrote several books, including "Trout Madness" and "Trout Magic," under which pen name? A. Isaac Walton B. John Traver C. Robert Traver D. Robert Voelker ANSWER: C, Robert Traver
Keweenaw Military Wagon Road recalled
KEWEENAW — The United States military constructed a network of wagon roads or improved existing roads during the 19th century. These roads facilitated the movement of troops, supplies and settlers across the country. There were over a dozen military roads in Michigan. Among the most ...
U.P. Moments in History
History quiz
QUESTION: Which Michigan Governor was inaugurated in Iron Mountain and later in Marquette? a. William Milliken b. George Romney c. Russell Alger d. Cyrus Luce ANSWER B: George Romney (1965 in Iron Mountain and 1967 in Marquette)
Ad-dressing the country: U.P. Dress Manufacturing Co. a busy place in Marquette during, after World War II
(ITALICS) Editor’s note: This article was adapted from the “Winter 1989 Harlow’s Wooden Man” article from the late Rachel Crary. (REGULAR) On March 17, 1941, the Upper Peninsula Dress Manufacturing Company’s plant opened for business in Marquette, following advocacy and support ...




