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Father Jacques Marquette and Claude Dablon establish the first mission at Sault Sainte Marie.
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July 11- The British Parliaments Constitution Act, the first election is held in Michigan.
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June 22- The ship canal at Sault Ste. Marie opens.
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Gerald R. Ford of Grand Rapids becomes the 38th President of he United States.
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Detroit celebrates its 300th anniversary.