Marshall timeline by Brie Wilson

When Marshall was founded in 1830

22briewilson — 2025-04-09 17:48:24 UTC

Marshall was founded in 1830 by the brothers Sidney and Geroge Ketchum

Marshall Historical Society, Marshall Michigan. marshallhistoricalsociety.com. (2024, December 17). https://www.marshallhistoricalsociety.com/

(Brie Wilson)

1851 (First school in Marshall)

22briewilson — 2025-04-12 15:37:30 UTC

First school to educate all levels of Students was built in 1851

Colins,S., & Ammeson, J. (2007). Churches and schools. In Images Of America Marshall. Arcadia publishing.

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(Chapter 5)

(Brie wilson)

1913 (Getting around in Marshall)

22briewilson — 2025-04-13 14:14:30 UTC

The people of Marshall got around by horses and buggies until 1913 when they were replaced by cars. Even after the horses and buggies were replaced by cars there was still a couple around at the time of 1913, until they were officially replaced by cars in 1928

Colins,S. & Ammeson, J. (2007). Downtown. In Images Of America Marshall. Arcadia publishing.

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(Chapter 1)

(Brie Wilson)

1848: Cricut court of the United States for the district of Michigan:

22briewilson — 2025-04-13 15:15:20 UTC

In Marshall, Slaves and the Crosswhite family were being taken away and moved to Kentucky. Gorham stated that they could not take the slaves and ended up being assaulted because of that. This led to a court case. Witnesses have said that they saw people of all races on the underground railroad, and they were being put into a wagon and shipped off to Kentucky. They were also threatened by Glinter, and he stated if anyone were to interfere with taking the slaves away that he would burn Marshall's town to the ground. Gorham ended up asking for a writ from Dickson, he said he had one and showed it but wasn't for sure it was legal. This led to a court case called Francis Glinter vs Charles T. Gorham. Mr. Comstock ended up ruling that the people of Kentucky were allowed to take the slaves

Francis Giltner: Ann Arbor District Library. Francis Giltner | Ann Arbor District Library. (1848). https://aadl.org/taxonomy/term/171029

(Brie Wilson)

Going against Fugitive slave act of in 1843

22briewilson — 2025-04-13 15:51:13 UTC

This law states that if a slave shall escape to another state, the owner of the slave can go get them, and take them to the judge, who will decide if the owner has the right to take the slave back. If the owner proves the slaves ae his with a certificate, they will be able to get the slave back.

This law relates to the Glinter vs Gorham case. Stated in this case

Plaintiff was the owner of certain slaves in 1843, these slaves included Adam, Benjamin, Franklin, etc. A witness found that the slaves ended up escaping and were sent to retrieve the slaves but ended up not succeeding. These slaves ended up violating the Fugitive slave act of 1793, and had people sent to Marshall to capture them. In 1846 however, the witness was sent back to Marshall and found three of the slaves and reached out to Plaintiff for more men to help capture the slaves to Kentucky. The slaves were not going back to Kentucky without a trial. Plaintiff had to prove with a certificate that he had paid for the slaves, and that they were officially his. The people of Kentucky ended up unsuccessfully capturing the slaves.

(YesWeScan: The FEDERAL CASES) GILTNER V. GORHAM ET AL. YesWeScan: The FEDERAL CASES. (1848, June). https://law.resource.org/pub/us/case/reporter/F.Cas/0010.f.cas/0010.f.cas.0424.2.pdf

(Brie Wislon)

Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen, 1863.

kcrank3 — 2025-04-16 00:28:55 UTC

Although initially named "The Brotherhood of the Footboard."

This was the first railroad labor union in the U.S -- formed in Marshall, MI.

“About the BLE [Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen].” Web.archive.org, 17 July 2012, web.archive.org/web/20120717050852/www.ble-t.org/about.asp.

Kelle Crank.

Enbridge Energy Oil Spill, 2010

kcrank3 — 2025-04-16 00:41:33 UTC

In July 2010, a pileline burst open -- spilling over 850,000 gallons of crude oil into Talmadge Creek and Kalamazoo River. This was one of the most expensive onshore cleanups in U.S history.

“Oil Spill | Kalamazoo River Watershed Council.” Kalamazooriver.org, kalamazooriver.org/learn/what-are-the-problems/oil-spill-2/.

Kelle Crank.

1857 - Construction of Prindle Livery Stable: A key Underground Railroad station in Marshall serving as a stagecoach stop and secure transfer point for freedom seekers during the 1840s-1850s"

blukasie — 2025-04-16 01:08:22 UTC

The Prindle Livery Stable clearly played a crucial role in Marshall's Underground Railroad operations. Built in 1857, it served as both a practical stagecoach stop and a strategic location for the Underground Railroad during the 1840s and 1850s. Its function as a drop-off and pick-up point after safety checks demonstrates how organized the Underground Railroad network was in Marshall.

The mention of the clock tower on the old county building in the background helps establish the physical relationship between these historical structures in the town's landscape.

Combined with the Crosswhite Incident from 1847, this information shows that Marshall was an active center of abolitionist activity and resistance to the Fugitive Slave Act in Michigan during the pre-Civil War era.

Susan Collins, et al. Marshall. Arcadia Publishing, 2007. EBSCOhost,

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-Ben Lukasiewicz

Becoming a Sister city to Koka, Shiga (Japan), 1984

kcrank3 — 2025-04-16 01:08:26 UTC

Marshall and Koka signed a sister city agreement on April 20, 1984. Both cities actively engage in both student and citizen exchanges.

甲賀市役所. “International Relations and Our Sister Cities.” /甲賀市, 2022, www.city.koka.lg.jp/5149.htm#marshall. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.

Kelle Crank.

Marshall Historic District Designation, 1991

kcrank3 — 2025-04-16 01:29:51 UTC

Boasting over 800 well preserved 19th and early 20th-century buildings, Marshall's has become one of the nation's largest National Historic Landmark Districts. The districts holds many styles such as Greek Revival, Italian Villa, Neoclassical, Art Deco, Colonial Revival, and many more. Because of that, Marshall is home to the longest-running home tour in the Midwest.

“Marshall Historic Landmark District | MiPlace.” Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), 2025, www.miplace.org/historic-preservation/programs-and-services/historic-landmarks/marshall-historic-landmark-district Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.

Kelle Crank.

1930 - Marshall Post Office: Classical revival building constructed with local sandstone, designed by Howard F. Young with H.C. Brooks's influence, and later home to the country's second-largest postal museum.

blukasie — 2025-04-16 01:30:02 UTC

1930 - Marshall Post Office: Sandstone classical revival building that houses the nation's second-largest postal museum, resulting from a Depression-era partnership between H.C. Brooks and the U.S. Postal Service.

Susan Collins, et al. Marshall. Arcadia Publishing, 2007. EBSCOhost,

https://research-ebsco-com.ezproxy.emich.edu/c/xwl2wm/ebook-viewer/epub/e4xz24i3e5/section/toc13

-Ben Lukasiewicz

1909-1924 - Birth of Schuler's Restaurant: Albert Schuler's progression from cigar store owner to founder of one of Michigan's longest-running family restaurants.

blukasie — 2025-04-16 01:44:47 UTC

1909-1924 - Schuler's Restaurant: From a small cigar store with lunch counter to a Marshall institution, evolving through Albert Schuler's series of business expansions into a multi-generational family enterprise.

Susan Collins, et al. Marshall. Arcadia Publishing, 2007. EBSCOhost, research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=2f111977-1b5d-3a81-afdd-edd274baa586.

-Ben Lukasiewicz

1860: Construction of the Butler Estate

blukasie — 2025-04-16 02:21:07 UTC

The Butler family builds an impressive residence to compete with Mrs. Edward Butler's sister's family. The property, constructed on former land of author James Fenimore Cooper, would later become the summer home of W.D. Boyce (founder of the Boy Scouts of America) in the 1900s before eventually transforming into the Rose Hill bed and breakfast.

Susan Collins, Jane Ammeson, & Marshall Historical Society. (2007). Marshall. Arcadia Publishing.

-Ben Lukasiewicz

1892 Forbes House Restaurant at Michigan Central Railroad Depot

blukasie — 2025-04-16 02:26:59 UTC

This renowned restaurant at Marshall's train depot operated under the management of A. V. Pantlind (whose son later opened the famous Pantlind Hotel in Grand Rapids, now known as the Amway Grand). The Forbes House was celebrated for its exceptional cuisine, particularly its signature chicken pie a la bourgeoise. The menu also featured sophisticated dishes like cottelle de veal in tomato sauce and English plum pudding with brandy sauce. The restaurant served travelers and locals until its closure in 1892.

Susan Collins, et al. Marshall. Arcadia Publishing, 2007. EBSCOhost, research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=2f111977-1b5d-3a81-afdd-edd274baa586.

-Ben Lukasiewicz

Honolulu House- built in 1860

svoskoya — 2025-04-16 13:31:35 UTC

The house served as a private residence for over 90 years until 1950, when Harold Brooks purchased it to save it from destruction. In 1961, the Marshall Historical Society acquired the house and opened it as a museum, allowing visitors to learn about the history and stories associated with the property and the local area.

(Honolulu House video) “Historical Markers in Marshall, Michigan.” Marshallhistoricalsociety.Com, 2 June 2023, www.marshallhistoricalsociety.com/marshall-history/marshall-historical-markers/where-history-is-alive-i/.

Savannah Voskoyan

Calin County Fairgrounds- 1839

svoskoya — 2025-04-16 14:00:30 UTC

The fairgrounds tells stories through its historical markers by local residents with connections to the people, places, and events. The Calin County Fair has been going on since 1839. The Old Maple Girl Church was built in 1871 and was moved to the fairgrounds in 2016.

(Calhoun County Fairgrounds video) “Historical Markers in Marshall Michigan.” Marshallhistoricalsociety.Com, 2 June 2023, www.marshallhistoricalsociety.com/marshall-history/marshall-historical-markers/where-history-is-alive-i/.

Savannah Voskoyan

Mazie Miller, an influential figure in during the early 20th century.

svoskoya — 2025-04-16 14:04:26 UTC

She married a young lawyer named Craig Miller in 1898, and they bought the "Hillside" home in 1905. During World War I, she was very involved with the American Red Cross and sold war bonds. She was a charter member of the Michigan chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution and served as regent and past president. She instituted the "lilac teas" at her home, which were high-tea events where she entertained prominent people from the local community, as well as national and international guests. She entertained people such as governors, congressmen, senators, presidents, former presidents, writers, and authors at her home.

(Mazie Miller Video) “Historical Markers in Marshall Michigan.” Marshallhistoricalsociety.Com, 2 June 2023, www.marshallhistoricalsociety.com/marshall-history/marshall-historical-markers/where-history-is-alive-i/.

Savannah Voskoyan

James A. Miner and Import building- 1890

svoskoya — 2025-04-16 14:11:04 UTC

The building was constructed in 1847 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The State Historical marker on the building recognizes James A. Miner, who once had his law office on the second floor of the "Import" building. Miner was appointed as a Utah territorial Justice by President Benjamin Harrison in 1890 and later became the state's first Chief Justice.

(James Miner Video) “Historical Markers in Marshall Michigan.” Marshallhistoricalsociety.com, 2 June 2023, www.marshallhistoricalsociety.com/marshall-history/marshall-historical-markers/where-history-is-alive-i/.

Savannah Voskoyan

Plank Roads 1840s-1850s

svoskoya — 2025-04-16 18:13:17 UTC

Plank roads were important to the settlement of Marshall in the 1840s. The state of Michigan issued charters to companies to build roads, and about 202 charters were issued, but only 89 roads were built. The toll gate for the Marshall Bellevue Plank Road was located between 1853 and 1873. Over time, the wooden planks on the road would deteriorate and be replaced by gravel. A monument was dedicated by the Marshall chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution in 1933 to mark the 80th anniversary of the Marshall Bellevue Plank Road.

(Plank Roads video) “Historical Markers in Marshall Michigan.” Marshallhistoricalsociety.Com, 2 June 2023, www.marshallhistoricalsociety.com/marshall-history/marshall-historical-markers/where-history-is-alive-i/.

Savannah Voskoyan

National House Inn, 1835

kcrank3 — 2025-04-16 21:43:45 UTC

Built in 1835, the National House Inn is the oldest operating hotel in Michigan. Placed equally between Chicago and Detroit, this inn served as a midway rest stop for travelers.

Today, it is still open for business as a bed and breakfast. It also has been designated as a State Historical site, is listed on the National Register of Historical Places.

Bradley, Barbara. “National House Inn Bed & Breakfast in Marshall, Michigan.” National House Inn Bed & Breakfast in Marshall, Michigan, 2025, www.nationalhouseinn.com/history. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.

Kelle Crank.