Wow! Another flashback from 50 years ago
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“It’ll n̶e̶v̶e̶r̶ run.” On November 30, 1985, the Pere Marquette 1225 moved under her own power for the first time since 1951. In 1988, the restored locomotive began a whole…
“We found a water pipe, tied the flag to it and put it up. Then all hell broke loose below. Troops cheered, ships blew whistles, some men openly wept.” ~…
American Legion Post 283 Flushing, Michigan is feeling festive at American Legion Post 283 Flushing, Michigan. Post 283’s Summer Picnic! A great time was had by all. Thank you for…
On this day in 1983 Col. Brewster Shaw, Jr. (USAF) began his first trip into space as pilot of STS-9 Columbia. Col. Shaw’s commander was John Young, one of 12…
Here is a collection of pictures showing downtown Flushing a few years back. Do you recognize any of the businesses?