Hidden History of Ypsilanti

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The book delves into the intriguing and often overlooked stories of Ypsilanti's history, highlighting unique figures such as a fiery male suffragette and the founder of long-distance telephony. It explores the region's past, including the experiences of the Potawatomi residents and the impact of a teacher school on native children. The narrative also touches on quirky inventions like the unpopular indoor composting toilet and the journey of a young artist from Cleary Business College to national recognition, alongside the correspondence of a local poet with John Greenleaf Whittier.