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Clinton, Michigan is a charming small town in Lenawee County.
Both the village of Clinton and Clinton Township are named in honor of DeWitt Clinton, the governor of New York from 1817 to 1823. wikipedia
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1854 - Clinton
Clinton, a post-village of Lenawee county, Michigan, is pleasantly situated on the Raisin river, and on the Chicago road, 15 miles N. by E. from Adrian, the county seat ; is well supplied with water-power, and is surrounded by a fertile tract of land. It contains several stores and mills, and about 500 inhabitants.
A New and Complete Gazetteer of the United States: Giving a Full and Comprehensive Review of the Present Condition, Industry, and Resources of the American Confederacy ... Thomas Baldwin (of Philadelphia.) Joseph Thomas January 1, 1854 Philadelphia : Lippincott, Grambo & Company 1854.
Clinton, a post-village of Lenawee county, Michigan, is pleasantly situated on the Raisin river, and on the Chicago road, 15 miles N. by E. from Adrian, the county seat ; is well supplied with water-power, and is surrounded by a fertile tract of land. It contains several stores and mills, and about 500 inhabitants.
A New and Complete Gazetteer of the United States: Giving a Full and Comprehensive Review of the Present Condition, Industry, and Resources of the American Confederacy ... Thomas Baldwin (of Philadelphia.) Joseph Thomas January 1, 1854 Philadelphia : Lippincott, Grambo & Company 1854.
1895 - Clinton
Clinton, a post-village of Lenawee co., Mich., is on Raisin River, in Clinton township, and on the Jackson Branch of the Michigan Southern Railroad, 28 miles E.S.E. of Jackson, and 18 miles N. by E. from Adrian. It has Water-power, a bank, a union school, 5 churches, a woollen mill, a foundry, a flour-mill, 2 carriage-shops, and a sash and blind-factory. Pop. 960; of the township, 1490.
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott
Clinton, a post-village of Lenawee co., Mich., is on Raisin River, in Clinton township, and on the Jackson Branch of the Michigan Southern Railroad, 28 miles E.S.E. of Jackson, and 18 miles N. by E. from Adrian. It has Water-power, a bank, a union school, 5 churches, a woollen mill, a foundry, a flour-mill, 2 carriage-shops, and a sash and blind-factory. Pop. 960; of the township, 1490.
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott
1916
Clinton, a banking post-village of Lenawee co., Mich., is on the Raisin River, and on the Lake Shore and Michigan Southern R., 15 miles N. of Adrian. It has a woollen-mill, foundry, carriage-shops, etc. Pop. in 1900, 1038.
Lippincotts New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns, Resorts, Islands, Rivers, Mountains, Seas, Lakes, Etc., in Every Portion of the Globe, Part 1 Angelo Heilprin Louis Heilprin - January 1, 1916 J.B. Lippincott - Publisher
Clinton, a banking post-village of Lenawee co., Mich., is on the Raisin River, and on the Lake Shore and Michigan Southern R., 15 miles N. of Adrian. It has a woollen-mill, foundry, carriage-shops, etc. Pop. in 1900, 1038.
Lippincotts New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns, Resorts, Islands, Rivers, Mountains, Seas, Lakes, Etc., in Every Portion of the Globe, Part 1 Angelo Heilprin Louis Heilprin - January 1, 1916 J.B. Lippincott - Publisher
2023 - Here's a list of places to go and things to do in and around Clinton:
Hidden Lake Gardens: This 755-acre botanical garden is a hidden gem. Explore the various gardens, woodlands, and miles of walking trails. The Bonsai Collection and the beautiful Hidden Lake are must-see attractions.
Irish Hills: Just a short drive away, the Irish Hills area is known for its picturesque lakes and rolling hills. Devil's Lake and Wamplers Lake are great for boating, fishing, and picnicking.
Tecumseh: Visit the nearby city of Tecumseh to stroll down its historic downtown area, filled with boutique shops, art galleries, and restaurants. Tecumseh Center for the Arts offers live performances.
Drive-In Movie Theater: Experience a blast from the past at the Capri Drive-In Theater. Grab some popcorn, park your car, and enjoy a double feature under the stars.
Parks and Trails: Clinton has several parks and trails for outdoor enthusiasts. Check out the Clinton Northern Railway Trail, Keith St. Park, or visit the picturesque Mill Pond Park.
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Hidden Lake Gardens: This 755-acre botanical garden is a hidden gem. Explore the various gardens, woodlands, and miles of walking trails. The Bonsai Collection and the beautiful Hidden Lake are must-see attractions.
Irish Hills: Just a short drive away, the Irish Hills area is known for its picturesque lakes and rolling hills. Devil's Lake and Wamplers Lake are great for boating, fishing, and picnicking.
Tecumseh: Visit the nearby city of Tecumseh to stroll down its historic downtown area, filled with boutique shops, art galleries, and restaurants. Tecumseh Center for the Arts offers live performances.
Drive-In Movie Theater: Experience a blast from the past at the Capri Drive-In Theater. Grab some popcorn, park your car, and enjoy a double feature under the stars.
Parks and Trails: Clinton has several parks and trails for outdoor enthusiasts. Check out the Clinton Northern Railway Trail, Keith St. Park, or visit the picturesque Mill Pond Park.
Fallen Timbers... Read MORE...
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