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William Austin Burt Historical Marker

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    1. Boat Dock at Stony Creek Lake loop from The Enclave

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    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    June 8, 2025

    William Austin Burt was an inventor, legislator, and surveyor who lived near this site in Michigan. He built America's first patented typewriter in 1829 and later developed the solar compass, a groundbreaking tool for land surveying. His work contributed to discovering Michigan's iron ore deposits and establishing key survey markers.

      May 15, 2025

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        Location: Macomb County, Michigan, United States

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