Joesph Blight, Sr. - Eagle River, MI
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linkys
N 47° 24.743 W 088° 17.780
16T E 402207 N 5251806
Memorial to the founder of one of this old mining town's non-mine industries.
Waymark Code: WMCF8A
Location: Michigan, United States
Date Posted: 08/31/2011
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The plaque, having acquired a green patina over the years, is mounted on a rock overlooking the site of the factory that produced Mr. Blight's safety fuses.
In memory of
JOSEPH BLIGHT, SR.,
founder of the
ORIGINAL LAKE SUPERIOR
SAFETY FUSE CO.
Established in 1862 at
Eagle River, Michigan
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Erected 1938
A much smaller brass plaque in the concrete base below the rock reads: Plant destroyed by fire May 1, 1957. For a very interesting exchange of photos, commentary and comments regarding Mr. blight and his compmany, check out the Pasty.com link here. Information is in the March 6, 13, 20 and 27th posts and comments. This is what local history is all about.