Tuesday, July 22, 2014

Sieur du Lhut

Some interesting facts about Duluth, Minnesota

In 1869, Duluth was the fastest growing city in the United States.  The population was almost one hundred thousand and there were more millionaires per capita in Duluth than in any other city in the U.S.A.

Then came the Panic of 1873.  An economic depression occurred, caused by over-investing in railroads and political corruption (which even reached into Canada and lead to John A. Macdonald's defeat in Parliament and charges of corruption).   

Signs of the city's heyday period (1872-1929) remain:  more than 107 historic buildings of  Romanesque and Revival Style. 

Wednesday, July 23:  Moving north through Minnesota and southern Manitoba to Steinbach.

 

Central High School, built in 1892
















Hotel Duluth, built in1925













Historic city centre, reminiscent of San Francisco hilly streets

Aerostich store

Anticipating a visit to the Aerostich store

Aerostich, manufacturer of motorcycle gear (boots, clothing, bags)

Aerostich one-piece riding suits



Inland terminal

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