A History Inquiry Regarding Michigan And Marbles

[glangley]

Just for my own GP, would like to know if anyone has marble information about the state of Michigan. Anything, seriously. Tournaments, tournament winners, sponsors, makers of parts for machines, anything. Well, there would be one exception. I am not asking for posts saying that some guy from Michigan posted a thread on Marble connection asking about marble related... you get the idea. I am looking for something, but I won't know what it is until I find it. I know that's vague but it's how my brain works at times, so go with it if you can, or refrain, either way it's ok. I'll find it sooner or later. I'm just trying all avenues within reach. Thanks in advance.

[Steph]

Well there is Lucky Dog. They do logo marbles and chinese checkers sets. That's not "history" though. It's current, as far as I know.

[glangley]

Thank you Steph, as always. Old, new or current is ok. I have a lot of researching to do, but this promises to be a fun journey with many possibilities.

[hillfrost]

I just read your post about Michigan and marbles. Since I am a marble collector living in Northern Michigan, I am also interested in anything marble related with a Michigan twist. If I can be of help, let me know.

[glangley]

hillfrost, that is a distinct possibility! Let's keep in touch. I am in the thumb and my wife has family ties in the UP, Houghton/Hancock area.

[hillfrost]

Hi. Thanks for the reply. I live in the Traverse City area. I keep looking for marble related items or anything regarding marble history.

I did see that there was once a fairly important marble tournament here.