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A Recipe in Tribute to Pioneer Black Businessman Charles W. Ellis Sr.
“Charles W. Ellis, Sr. aged, 76 years passed away at 1:00 a.m. today at his home, 533 South Jefferson Avenue. Deceased has been a...
kellison71
Feb 24, 20234 min read


No Time for Brakes: Ruth Marsh
According to her obituary, Ruth Marsh enjoyed luncheons at her church, Warren Avenue Presbyterian Church where she was member until it...
jvannette5
Feb 18, 20236 min read


Alumni Scholar: Doris Marsh
In 1949, when the Saginaw News announced Doris Marsh had received an Alumni Scholarship, the article noted: “Although a capable dancer,...
jvannette5
Feb 14, 20232 min read


Alumni Scholar: Joan Heiderer
On June 18, 1949, the Saginaw News announced the winners of that year’s Saginaw High School scholarships. One of the recipients was Joan...
jvannette5
Feb 14, 20231 min read


And the Recipients of the 1949 Saginaw High School Scholarships are ...
This post is part of a continuing series that looks at the history of scholarships in Saginaw. Read: Saginaw Community Foundation...
jvannette5
Feb 14, 20233 min read


In Honor of Mama Lillie's
“Ten Years ago it took less than $2,000 for Lillie May and her daughter Annie Eckles to open a small soul food restaurant at the corner...
kellison71
Feb 10, 20234 min read


Upper Crust is All the Rage: The Saginaw Milling Co.
“The first load of wheat, consisting of 101 bushels, was received by the new Saginaw Milling company yesterday. It was hauled in by...
kellison71
Feb 5, 20233 min read


The Castle Crew & Napa Salad
Earlier in the week you may have seen our post on social media about Castle reception worker, Janeen Schaeding. In case you missed it,...
kellison71
Jan 27, 20232 min read


In Honor Of ... Scholarships and Memories
In part one of this series, we shared how Heavenrich Bros. & Co. began the city’s scholarship program in 1891. As explained in part two,...
jvannette5
Jan 26, 20236 min read
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