Our Hidden Settlement

Mona Ballge Miron

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Burton is the 41st largest city in Michigan without any exit signs. Let's find out why we have been the hidden place for 187 years.
My journey goes back in time to Burton, Michigan’s history, when it was still the “Atherton Settlement” (1835-1855). Genesee County was formed in 1836, Michigan wasn’t even a state, until 1837. This was an exciting time for new families to settle here, finding land of their own, for the first time, freedom of religion and new adventures.

I’ll be going through the yearly traditions behind the holidays and inventions along the way. I hope you enjoy my historical journey. Learning about the settlers on Thread River was a lot of fun, how they made the Atherton Trail; the four Atherton families working together to survive the cold winters. They built strong shelters, saved food and wood for the winter, with the help of the natives. In 1835 the Atherton Settlement was established; the Atherton families built a strong community over the next twelve months with thirty families. They built their homes, barns, wagons, three churches, a mill, and a trading post.
The first school in the settlement was founded in 1836, the Atherton School, was a one room schoolhouse built on the corner of Atherton Trail and Center Road where the Burton Memorial Library sits now. Betsey Atherton was the first teacher. Throughout my research, we have a lot to be thankful for; especially the four Atherton men that were brave enough to stay and never give up on the settlement. As more people joined the settlement for the next 20 years, some had military backgrounds, and mostly coming from New York. With all manner of trades to prosper as the community, when more schools were needed, the farmers would build one in each area for the children. 1855 Atherton Settlement combined with other farms to become Burton Township; the second largest township, but without a post office so, “HIDDEN.”

Sujets

• Religion
• Christianisme
• Historical
• Lettres et linguistique
• Atherton (California)
• Biography
• Atherton
• Autobiography
• Burton

Informations

• Publié par: WestBow Press
• Date de parution: 07 août 2023
• Nombre de lectures: 0
• EAN13: 9798385003426
• Langue: English
• Poids de l'ouvrage: 3 Mo

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OUR HIDDEN SETTLEMENT
ATHERTON TO BURTON, THEN AND NOW.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
MONA BALLGE MIRON
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
Copyright © 2023 Mona Ballge Miron.
Interior Graphics/Art Credit: Lori Buda, Wren Photography and Franklin Ellis written in 1879.
 
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ISBN: 979-8-3850-0341-9 (sc)
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WestBow Press rev. date: 08/01/2023
CONTENTS
Acknowledgement
Introduction
 
Chapter 1     Our Hidden Settlement: Walking in their footsteps
1. North American, Canada and Michigan and Native Americans.
2. Atherton Trail, families, and trading post.
3. Neighborhood families work together.
4. Three Burton school stay separated.
5. Atherton School History 1836-present
6. Bendle school, Family farms and area.
7. Bentley school and Lapeer Heights area.
8. Carman-Ainsworth schoolhouse taught the masses.
 
Chapter 2     Remembering the holidays, the music, and traditions.
1. After Christmas, the snow comes most every year.
2. People that encourage others to write down a plan.
3. Valentine’s Day show you love with flowers, food, and music.
4. St. Patrick’s Holiday is to celebrate the Irish blessing.
5. Women March together and stand strong for rights to vote 1920.
6. History of the Easter holiday.
7. Mother’s Day is to honor our mom’s.
8. Graduates of 2020 what a year during lockdowns!
9. Do you remember the military song taps?
10. Memorial Day reminds us of all the sacrifices made.
11. A good look at Father’s Day.
12. Our independence started with a commitment.
13. Getting off work on Labor Day began in 1892.
14. Never forget September 11, 2001, all lives matter.
15. Veterans, pocket watches, and medals.
16. Giving thanks for the small things.
17. Christmas history is fun!
 
Chapter 3     Where do we begin in history?
1. Why did we fight for freedoms?
2. Don’t stress out, stay connected with your family.
3. Freedom of religion is constitutional.
4. Farmers know when to plant their crops.
5. Telling a story while sewing a quilt is a skill that is lost.
6. Moving to Michigan by waterways and underground rail.
7. All forms of Media.
8. When did Mass media start?
9. Nations Flags of many colors.
10. Libraries date back to 2600B.C.
11. Remember the office of the Sheriff.
12. Open markets have been around for centuries.
13. Horses, Puppies, and kitties makes your day better.
14. Big Newspapers, kids selling papers and the Newsies.
15. Cultural Center, Mott College, Flint Institute of Music, and Arts.
16. National and State Parks in the USA.
17. Lakes, rivers, beaches to watch sunsets.
18. Michigan has the most Lighthouses in one state.
19. Our English heritage in Michigan.
20. Women want equal rights for all.
21. Almanac, Farmers Market, weather forecast.
22. Flint Food Works, program, and business classes.
23. International Exhibition, Crystal Palace London, Hyde Park.
24. Homemade is the best way to teach skills.
25. Why is a Carriage known as a vehicle?
26. The fun of flying!
27. What are your favorite wheels?
28. Miller Settlement and Crapo logging family.
29. What was your favorite neighborhood shop?
30. Blueberry pancakes and telephone museum
31. Davison and Goodrich southeast area is fun.
32. Serving others is the best way to share love.
33. Stories of Nash and Durant.
34. Schram, Merrill, Richards, and Morrish farms.
35. Flint Cultural Center area was originally in Burton Township.
36. Start the year off right on time.
37. I love the feel of the paper when I read books.
38. A lot of Inventions were made by pioneers.
39. Nurses and Health care providers save lives.
40. Trails all over the state have you found one?
41. Have you had your cup of Joe today?
42. Radio waves are floating in the air.
43. Skiing, skating, and sledding is fun for all ages.
44. Bowling is one of the oldest sports.
45. Genesee County is home to brilliant people.
46. Sweet and Sour in Michigan.
47. Church Picnics to Restaurants.
48. Women take a stand together for change around the world.
49. Does anyone like game night?
50. Praying in the garden.
51. Birds all sing a different song.
52. Remember the rules at school.
53. Outside games teach you to learn to get along.
54. Our oasis of the Great Lakes is around the mitten.
55. Dairy was leading the cows a way home.
56. Food is a way to learn about other cultures.
57. There is so much history in the cemeteries.
58. Follow the signs to see which the best way is to go.
59. Let’s jump the Broom for a fresh start.
60. Civil rights for all people.
61. Remember the poor, teach new ways to learn.
62. What were the writings on the wall?
63. “What Cheer” coal mine in Burton Township.
64. All roads lead you home, like Daly farms.
65. From general store to incorruptible cashier.
66. Where have all the malls gone?
67. Water falls to the tunnel of trees.
68. Let’s keep our food fresher longer by Canning.
69. Cars and Bars collection and a fund raiser for the Flint Arts.
70. What are your passions to research?
71. Giving thanks in history.
72. Learning How to settle in a new Country.
73. Railroads in America changed everything.
74. Your Mother will always be a mother.
75. Atherton Settlement to Burton Township facts.
76. Honoring Mothers all year round.
77. Ojibwa oldest Business in Burton.
78. Delduca Welding family business.
79. Betty Walker Farms has been teaching farmers.
80. Westside of Burton changes a lot.
81. Barry Corbin, Cowboys, and getting along.
82. Downtown Flint’s Saginaw Street bricks.
83. GM Sit down strike and Labor in Flint.
84. We celebrate the life of Queen Elizabeth II, relationships.
85. Fall in love with crisps apples and a walk.
86. Conclusion: never forget Burton Township started in 1855.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Throughout my life, I have been so blessed to have a loving community, extended family, and parents that never gave up on me, teaching me kindness even with all my shenanigans. As I have been able to travel to so many exciting places on my historical journey. Making this book over twelve years through discovery, healing, and family loss. I thank God I am able to be a photojournalist and use my testimony to help others. I have met so many amazing people in my life that have guided me, and I’d like to say, thank everybody for all your support! It’s just surprising how many of people that you meet in life that leave an impression on you and may not even realised it. I may not remember all of your names, but God knows who you are, and I THANK YOU for being a part of this journey we call life. I hope this book will help to see the passion I have for my community, county, and our Christian American heritage throughout all fifty states.
I loved being a mother, I think that is our highest calling as a woman. I thank God every day my five children (and ten grandkids) which make up my wonderful life. As an adult going through life, the challenges we face are not easy, but don’t lose hope trust God and write your story to bless the next generations. Jesus saved me for such a time as this, to tell a story. The adventures of our lives can be wonderful! I hope to write more stories about my travels.
INTRODUCTION
Atherton Settlement to Burton Township His tory
My story began while I was planning my thirty-five-year class reunion in 2011 and finding out that my school was the third oldest in the state of Michigan; so I invited everyone whoever attended Atherton. Wow!
Betsey Atherton was the first teacher, from 1836-1839; they started the school on the Atherton Settlement for thirty families. The first Atherton School is located where