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Today I read a story that I wrote for my upcoming book that is due out in July of 2025. It is a story that happened in 1879, and I cut it from my final manuscript. It is called the Dime Novel Adventurist.
For information on tickets for Tales of Christmas Past, Click here.
For information on Michael Delaware, visit:
https://michaeldelaware.com
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In this episode, Dave Eddy, the former 'Morning Mayor' of WBCK Radio and Bobbie Mathis, the President of the Union City Society for Historic Preservation joins me to talk about Christmas Stories, traditions, music, Santa letters, lost diary entries, and the Christmas program 'Tales of Christmas Past'.
To get tickets for Tales of Christmas Past, click here.
For tickets to the Christmas Tea in Union City, click here!
For information on Michael Delaware, visit:
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In this episode, I explore the history of the man known as the Celery King in Kalamazoo, Joseph Dunkley.
I also cover the history of the celery industry in the city.
For more information on Michael Delaware, visit:
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For tickets to Tales of Christmas Past on December 14th at the Battle Creek Regional History Museum, click here!
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Author Julie Rathsack joins me to talk about her new book 'A Haunted History of Grand Rapids'.
To follow Julie Rathsack on Facebook, click here:
https://www.facebook.com/HauntedHistoryOfGrandRapids
To buy a copy of her book, click here:
A Haunted History of Grand Rapids
For more information on Michael Delaware, visit:
https://michaeldelaware.com
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In this episode I explore the history of Thanksgiving as an American holiday beginning with the First Continental Congress following the American Revolution.
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In this episode, author Patti Smith joins me to discuss her book Michigan Beer: A Heady History. We cover stories of the early brewing history in the state, stories from Ionia and Grand Rapids, and a lot of other facts about the fascinating industry.
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For copies of her book(s), visit: https://amzn.to/4eCMsUz
For more information on Michael Delaware, visit:
https://michaeldelaware.com
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In this episode, I explore the history of Yankee Springs in Barry County. It is the story of the famous tavern established in 1836 once owned and operated by a man known as Yankee Bill across the state of Michigan. It is a story of the stage coach line between Battle Creek and Grand Rapids, Michigan.
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In this episode I explore some of the early pioneer history of Allegan, some recent history with the historic bridge, the regent theatre and notable people.
For more information on the upcoming program at BCRHM called Tales of Christmas Past, Click here.
For more information on Michael Delaware, visit:
https://michaeldelaware.com
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In this episode I explore the history of grain harvesting, th Upton-Brown & Co in Battle Creek who were the first manufacturers of thresher machinery in Michigan and the story of the Dodge Brothers. I also open the letterbox sharing letters sent to me as a writer and podcaster.
For the link to the article mentioned on Hiram Moore, click here.
To find out more about Michael Delaware, visit:
https://MichaelDelaware.com
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In this episode I explore the history behind the lost Benton Harbor shipping canal for which the city is named. I also include profiles on three men who greatly influenced the development of the canal: Henry C. Morton, James F. Higgby and Stern Brunson.
To see the 1889 Benton Harbor birds eye view map, click here.
For more information or to contact Michael Delaware, visit:
MichaelDelaware.com
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In this episode I explore the Presidency of William McKinley, the 25th President of the United States. I include a letter from the Governor of Michigan when he died, as well as other details about his career.
For more information on Michael Delaware, visit:
https://michaeldelaware.com
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In this episode I explore some of the history behind three historic train depots that are still in operation along the Amtrak line in Southwest Michigan: St. Joseph, Kalamazoo and Jackson. Each building has its own unique story.
For more information on the train stations, visit:
https://www.greatamericanstations.com/stations/
For more information on Michael Delaware, visit:
https://michaeldelaware.com
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In this episode I explore the history of the Kalamazoo County Poor Farm and also share some recent stories of my adventures on the book tour.
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In this episode I explore forgotten customs and traditions of Halloween as covered in an article that ran in the Grand Rapids Press on October 31, 1894. It offers some unique insight into the romantic aspirations of youth that once was associated with the holiday.
For more information on Michael Delaware, visit:
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In this episode I explore the history of the McCamly Plaza Hotel which was built as part of a larger complex in downtown Battle Creek beginning in 1980, and officially opening around November 1981. I review some of the history of the building, and discuss a tour I just had of the new Doubletree which officially opened this month after a 5 year remodeling project. It is a new beautiful hotel in Battle Creek, and this will give you some insight into the early history of the project.
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In this episode I explore the history of the railroad finally arriving in Niles, Michigan in 1848, and the history of the train depots leading up to the iconic Romanesque style building that was officially opened in February 1892.
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In this episode, author Tom Carr joins me again to talk about stories of Michigan True Crime. In this episode he covers a story about John Dillinger who had an accomplice that traveled through Southwest Michigan from Indiana, as well as other tales about lumberjack brothels, stories about growing up with his father, and much more.
To follow Tom Carr on Facebook, visit:
https://www.facebook.com/tomcarrauthor
For copies of his books, click here.
For details about the SW MI True Crime Symposium in Charlotte on October 19th, click here.
For information on Michael Delaware, visit:
MichaelDelaware.com
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Cemetery restoration experts Bobbie Mathis and Andrew Noland join me again to talk about Michigan ghost stories, encounters and also an upcoming presentation on cemetery restoration and symbology.
For information on the upcoming event on Saturday, October 12th, Tombstone Preservation, Restoration & Symbology, click here.
For more information on Michael Delaware, visit:
MichaelDelaware.com
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In this episode, True Crime Author Rod Sadler joins me for a talk on his books. He discusses his investigative process, research, murder site visits and much more.
For information and books by Rod Sadler, visit:
https://www.rodsadler.com
To follow Rod Sadler on Facebook, visit:
Facebook.com/RodSadlerAuthor
For information on the event we are participating in at the Grand Ledge Area District Library on Wed, Oct 9th, called Writing the Dark, click here.
For information on Michael Delaware, visit:
MichaelDelaware.com
To follow Michael Delaware on Facebook, visit
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