Re: (rshsdepot) Calumet MI depot on eBay

["Paul Luchter" <luckyshow_@_mindspring.com>]

That is one neat station, don't you look in awe sometimes at how such strong
statements of architecture were put in what seem such out the way places.
People had a strong pride in place or some essence we only grasp at today in
our rather un-poetic age if you will. Calumet is on the lesser forgotten
finger of the upper peninsula of Michigan...wow, and it actually survives
and has picturesque ski races go by now....I would put back the railroad as
it sounds like they might, but still it is better than summary execution
that some stations are sentenced to...

Paul
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From: <jdent1_@_optonline.net>
To: <rshsdepot_@_lists.railfan.net>
Sent: Wednesday, April 14, 2004 4:58 PM
Subject: (rshsdepot) Calumet MI depot on eBay


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> http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2394718844
> Minimum bid $158,000
>
> Description from eBay:
>
> Historic Mineral Range Railroad Depot in Calumet, MI, in Keweenaw National
Historical Park.  Building functioned as train depot, RR freight office, and
corporate offices (upstairs) of the Mineral Range RR, a subsidiary of the
DSS&A.  Last passenger train late 1960's; last freight early 1970's.
>
> RR tracks currently all-season trail:  bike/hike/ski/snowmobile.  KNHP and
Calumet Twp have plans to restore train and electric car service with Depot
as hub.
>
> Building in excellent condition.  Roof and some face brick repair needed.
Interior largely intact.  Tile floor, gorgeous wood and trim.  7 large rooms
upstairs.  Current owner intended restaurant and gift shop downstairs with
B&B upstairs.  Ample parking.  Draw KNHP, Keweenaw, and RR buff tourists.
Calumet recently awarded "Main Street" status.
>
> Estimated cost to update building for intended use:  $350,000 - $500,000
>
> If you love railroads, this building will take your breath away.  Photos
show historic view, Great Bear Chase XC Ski Race, and current view.
>
> Must work closely with Twp and KNHP for appropriate use & appearance.
>
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> The Railroad Station Historical Society maintains a database of existing
> railroad structures at: http://www.rrshs.org
>

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The Railroad Station Historical Society maintains a database of existing
railroad structures at: http://www.rrshs.org

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