Muskegon History And Beyond With The Lakeshore Museum Center

Today's podcast is off to the races as we examine the history of The Muskegon Race Course and one of its most famous competitors who went on to win great fame Red Rhone.  Image Credit: M-Live Audio Credits: 1989 Balmoral Park RED RHONE Randy Edmunds Author: Harnessdom, uploaded August 6th, 2016 URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TuGYbzeH2Zo 1989 Sportsmans Park RED RHONE Open Handicap Trot Author: Harness Racing History- The Lost Videos URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9LERqLw6QfU --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

The Pomona or Fruitport Pavilion was once one of the most popular attractions in Muskegon County. This dance hall saw many famous musicians play on the shores of Spring Lake including Louis Armstrong and Lawrence Welk among others. Tragically the pavilion would burn down in 1963 and would never be rebuilt ending an era in Fruitport.   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

George McCoy may have been one of Muskegon Counties most interesting criminals and was always in trouble with the law. From shooting Charles Hackley's brother Porter, to shooting at the sheriff, and all his various escapes from prison, McCoy's story fills a book of broken laws and prison sentences. In our episode today we try to piece together the story of his life of crime.   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

Lawrence Hogan was a Muskegon County resident who may have set the record for the amount of time spent in court. From lawsuits over farm animals, to cases of assault, to the argument with a neighbor that got him bitten and in the hospital with tetanus. Lawrence Hogan certainly knew his way around the court room. Join us to listen about his legal experiences and get insight into the daily activities of a Muskegon County resident.     --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

Electricity is so vital to our lives today that it is hard for us to imagine a world without it. As vital as it is today when electricity was first introduced it take awhile before it gained in popularity and wide spread use. On our episode today we trace the ups and down of early electricity in Muskegon.   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

On September 6, 1901 President William McKinley was shot while visiting the Pan-American Exposition in Buffalo, New York. He would later die from these wounds and the nation began the process of grieving. Charles Hackley, a supporter of McKinley would after his death donate funds for the creation of a statue of the martyred president. Today's episode covers McKinley's life and the story of how his statue came to be erected in Muskegon.   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

Starting as Central Paper, the paper mill in Muskegon had many names and a long history to match it. Central Paper ended up being located in Muskegon partially because of a glance at a map, from this fortuitous glance it grew to be a leading industry in town and saw many ups and downs in business. In the past years this large complex has been torn down, but its legacy still lives on in Muskegon.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

While the name evergreen fits today, Evergreen Cemetery was not always a beautiful and peaceful resting place. In our episode today we look at the history behind the creation of this cemetery and how it turned into the final resting place for many of Muskegon's most famous residents.   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

On today's podcast we moooove in a different direction as we examine the stories of several farmers and their cows that ended up becoming embroiled in legal disputes or news headlines. Find out the stories behind who the rightful owner of the doomed cow was, who/what poisoned Mr Potters cows, and was there a cow disease on the loose in eastern Muskegon County?  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

At 4:00am on October 29, 1919 the worst naval disaster in Muskegon's history occurred when the steamer Muskegon  crashed into the pier of the Muskegon Channel and sank taking many lives with it. On today's podcast we examine what led to that moment and what came after for those involved. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

James McGordon like many lumber barons came to Muskegon with dreams of riches. Working his way up from the bottom he managed to become a business partner to Charles Hackley and obtained his riches. However his life took many twists and turns leading to many scandalous incidents before his death in  1880.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

On today's episode we are joined by Steven Winston a business owner and researcher who through examining his own culture discovered the roots of two black organizations (Muskegon County Black Organizations-MCBO and Michigan Association of Black Organizations-MABO) created during the civil rights movement to help unify blacks in the county and state in the fight towards equality. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patrick-horn/support

As Super Bowl Sunday quickly approaches, we look at the amazing journey of a Muskegon graduate that led him to be a part of some of the most memorable Super Bowls of all time.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

Our podcast episode today looks at the family that brought music into many homes, schools, and concert halls in Muskegon and beyond. Learn about this talented family and their music store.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

Caution this episode looks at the darker side of Muskegon's history and contains themes not suitable for younger audiences.  On the podcast today we dive into the darker side of Muskegon's history and present the history of the Canterbury House, a place where everything goes and where you could find your hearts desires. This house catered to lumberjacks and their needs serving companionship, booze, entertainment, and a fair share of violence.     Song Credit: Jack Haggerity from Library of Congress Collection https://www.loc.gov/item/afc1939007_afs02358a/https://www.loc.gov/item/afc1939007_afs02358a/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

Much like many of us today, people 100 years ago like to have pine trees in their home for the holiday season. However those that lived in large cities like Chicago had trouble finding trees. Enter lumber schooners who on their last trip of the year would often load their deck and hold with evergreens to bring to the market and sell. Today we look at one of these schooners history and fate as we delve into the story of the Rouse Simmons, better known as the Christmas Tree Ship.  Cover Photo from the Collection of the Wisconsin Historical Society --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

While the Charles and Julia Hackley never had any children of their own they did adopt two children. On today's episode we look at the life of their adopted son Charles Moore Hackley. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

Operating for only a short time, the Lake Harbor railroad ran along the lake from today's Pere Marquette Beach to the Mona Lake Channel. This railroad was built to serve those headed to the resorts in the Lake Harbor area. On today's episode we discuss its construction and history with local historian Garry Olson. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patrick-horn/support

On today's episode we look at the first official female police officer in Muskegon, Sarah McVeigh. Listen in as we examine what led to her hiring and her role within the police department.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

In 1913 a curious site was seen on the beach in Muskegon. A new invention never before seen in the area landed in the water nearby and a curious figured emerge, a bird-man. This was the first time a plane had been seen in Muskegon much less one that could land on water. Today's podcast tells the story of the race around the Great Lakes that brought both pilot and plane to Muskegon for the first time.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support