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5 Fun Facts About May 24 In Michigan History
1. In 1844, the U.S. Postal Service issued the first U.S. postage stamp featuring a portrait of Benjamin Franklin. The stamp was issued in Michigan and was the first federal postage stamp issued in the United States. 2. On May 24, 1930, the first telephone call was made across the...
5 Fun Facts About May 23 In Michigan History
1. In 1900, the Michigan Central Railroad inaugurated its new route between Detroit and Chicago with a record-breaking non-stop run. The train covered the 271 miles in just over 4 hours, reaching speeds of up to 90 miles per hour and earning the nickname "The Wolverine." 2. On May 23,...
5 Fun Facts About May 22 In Michigan History
1. 1849 - Michigan becomes the first state to abolish the death penalty: On May 22, 1849, Michigan Governor William L. Greenly signed into law a bill abolishing the death penalty in the state. Michigan became the first state in the United States to abolish capital punishment for all crimes...
5 Fun Facts About May 21 In Michigan History
1. In 1864, the Michigan 24th Volunteer Infantry Regiment fought in the Battle of North Anna during the American Civil War. The regiment suffered heavy casualties but ultimately helped secure a Union victory. 2. In 1927, the Ford Motor Company's Highland Park Plant produced its 15 millionth Model T automobile....
5 Fun Facts About May 20 In Michigan History
1. In 1882, the Olds Motor Vehicle Company was founded in Lansing, Michigan by Ransom E. Olds. It was one of the first companies to mass-produce automobiles and was the predecessor to General Motors. 2. On May 20, 1929, the Ford Motor Company introduced the first low-priced car with a...
5 Fun Facts About May 19 In Michigan History
1) In 1826, the first church in Detroit, the First Presbyterian Church, was organized on May 19th. 2) On May 19, 1903, the Michigan State Federation of Labor was formed in Saginaw, with William D. Mahon as its first president. This organization played a significant role in advancing workers' rights...
5 Fun Facts About May 18 In Michigan History
1. In 1673, French explorers Jacques Marquette and Louis Joliet reached the present-day location of Michigan City, Indiana, near the border of Michigan. They were the first Europeans to explore the Great Lakes region and their discovery paved the way for the development of the fur trade in Michigan. 2....
5 Fun Facts About May 17 In Michigan History
1. The first known observance of May 17th as Norwegian Constitution Day in Michigan took place in 1886 when Norwegian immigrants in the Upper Peninsula town of Iron Mountain held a parade to mark the occasion. 2. In 1956, the Michigan Legislature passed a joint resolution declaring May 17th as...
5 Fun Facts About May 16 In Michigan History
1. On May 16, 1836, the Michigan Legislature approved the Act to Organize Michigan as a State, officially making Michigan the 26th state of the United States. 2. On May 16, 1881, the Michigan surgeon Dr. William James Mayo was appointed to the staff of the St. Mary's Hospital in...
5 Fun Facts About May 15 In Michigan History
1. In 1850, the Michigan State Agricultural Society was organized at a meeting in Jackson, Michigan. This society aimed to promote and improve agriculture in the state, and it organized annual fairs to showcase new farming techniques and innovations. 2. On May 15, 1876, the first passenger train arrived in...
5 Fun Facts About May 14 In Michigan History
1. In 1820, a treaty was signed in Sault Ste. Marie between the United States government and the Chippewa tribe that established a border between Michigan and Canada. 2. In 1945, the University of Michigan's Football team officially retired their first number when Benny Friedman's number 27 was retired during...
5 Fun Facts About May 13 In Michigan History
1. On May 13, 1846, the State of Michigan approved the charter for what is now known as Central Michigan University. The institution's original name was the Central Michigan Normal School and Business Institute, and it was intended to offer teacher training and business courses. 2. May 13, 1955, saw...