Chronicles of Cass County, Michigan - American Chronicles by Rose Mary Wood Paperback

About the Book

"Nearly one thousand freedom seekers traveled through the area on their way to Canada. The first rendition of "The Old Rugged Cross" was sung in a local church before it became one of the best-loved gospel hymns in America. The first stop on the Orphan Train, which moved street orphans from New York City to homes across the Midwest, was in Dowagiac, and the invention of Kitty Litter by local Edward Lowe allowed cat lovers the world over to finally bring their furry friends in from the cold."--Provided by publisher.

Book Synopsis

Along the Indiana border in Southwest Michigan lies Cass County, a place rich in historical significance.

Nearly one thousand freedom seekers traveled through the area on their way to Canada. The first rendition of "The Old Rugged Cross" was sung in a local church before it became one of the best-loved gospel hymns in America. The first stop on the Orphan Train, which moved street orphans from New York City to homes across the Midwest, was in Dowagiac, and the invention of Kitty Litter by local Edward Lowe allowed cat lovers the world over to finally bring their furry friends in from the cold.

Author Rose Mary Wood commemorates the events and individuals who left their mark on Cass County and the world.

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A county of many firsts & beginnings

About the Author

Rose Mary Wood has lived in southwestern Michigan her entire life and loves Michigan history. She is a member of the Cass County Historical Society, Dowagiac Area History Museum, Underground Railroad Society of Cass County and Michigan Historical Society. She has taught at the college level and enjoys helping students in the local history club. She and her husband have raised a large family on a small farm. Rose is a world traveler and handmade paper artist. This is her first book.