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1928 WAY BEFORE BRAD ANDERSON........1962 PIOR TO BRAD ANDERSON.........2001 SINCE BRAD

History

Just a short story of the history around the Glen Arbor area.

Anderson's Market is perfectly situated in the center of Glen Arbor. The small town and area are rich in history dating back to 1851. The first settlers came here for furs and to trade with the native indians. But later many started settling the region for its lumber. Glen Haven and Glen Arbor seemed to be the perfect spot due to the protection of the natural bay. Although the passage between the Manitou Islands and the coast was narrow and dangerous, numerous ships stopped. Here is just a short outline of the time and events:

1851	First settlers arrived: John LaRue, John Dorsey and John E. Fisher	1921	William Beals, teacher from St. Louis, Missouri, started a summer camp for boys that later became a co-ed boarding school in winter.
1856	Glenn Arbor Township organized as part of the Grand Traverse County	1922	D. H. Day Forest Estates plan begun.
1857	First sawmill and Sleeping Bear House (Inn) erected on Sleeping Bear Bay (Glen Haven) By C.C. McCarthy	1925	Five township schools consolideted into one Glen Arbor School.
1859	First dock (later called Central dock) built on Sleeping Bear Bay by George Ray.	1928	D. H. Day State (Camping) Park donated to the public.
1866	First dock built at Port Oneida by Thomas Kelderhouse.	1931	Sleeping Bear Dunes State Park created by the Michigan legislature.
1867	Glen Arbor Township had a population of 200, three boat docks, four stores, two hotels, a blacksmith shop and cooper shop.	1935	Airplane gliding meets began at Sleeping Bear Dunes which led to use of balloon tires on autos for lauching gliders, and later the noted dunes ride concession run by Marion (daughter of D. H. Day) and Louis Warnes.
1871	First bridge built over the narrows.	1951	Glen Arbor township celebrated its Centennial.
1872	Old lighthouse (first erected in 1839-before Manitou Islands became part of Glen Arbor Township), rebuilt on South Manitou.	1956	Glen Sake High School (a consolidated school serving Empire, Cedar, Maple City and Glen Arbor) built to the design of architect, Harford Field.
1895	D.H. Day aquired lumber mill on west end of Little Glen (later bought J.O.Nessen mill in 1907).	1970	National Sleeping Bear Park created by Congress.
1899	J.O. Nessen (Glen Arbor Lumber Co.) erected large steam mill on north shore of Glen Lake, with tramsway to Sleeping Bear Bay.	Credits	The History From the book "Beautiful Glen Arbor Township Facts, Fun, Fotos " by Robert Dwight Rader and the Glen Arbor History Group
1900	Coast Guard station (then called a "Life-saving Station) constructed at Sleeping Bear Bay (Glen Haven).	Credits	The Pictures From "TC Magazine" by Author
1903	Coast Guard station also built on South Manitou Island.	Credits	The Pictures From the book " " by Author

The past and the forsight of these settlers lead us to all the interesting things to see in the area, as well as fun things to do.

Glen Arbor and the area are perfect for; vacationing, camping in a national park, enjoying a historic cabin, or the comfort of a lugurious resort. Traveling or living year round among The Sleeping Bear Dunes National Shoreline, we'll cater to your every need, Satisfaction Guaranteed!

Hauling Logs and Cutting Ice From Glen Lake........Gathering Dinner 1920's

Fishing In The River.......A Logging Camp.........Campground on N. End Glen Lake

Anderson's Market specializes in a full line of high quality groceries both from nationally recognized companies as well as small independant producers and suppliers. Delicious meats, seafoods, fresh local produce, baking needs, deli cheese, cold cut meats, homemade salads, soups, etc. Our wine shop includes small boutique wineries and old traditional favorites, with flavors, styles, varitals and prices to please everybody. Be sure to see our new Collectable Wine Section. Large selections of soft drinks, teas, local roasted coffee, microbrew beers and liquors can be found throughout the store. You can trust Andersons to have fogotten little items, such as; house hold goods, tools, sweat shirts, rain gear, firewood, or even a small first aid kit. If you live in the area year round or just vacation in Northwest Michigan and would like to know more about Anderson's Market and the community the first step is to visit our online newsletter.

If you have special requests, suggestions for new products, or questions concerning Anderson's Market feel free to E-mail us jamie@andersonsiga.com.

How to contact us:

Andersons Market
6545 Western Ave.
Glen Arbor, MI 49636

231-334-3149

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