Boyne City in Charlevoix County, Michigan — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
The Commercial House
Established 1904
— Boyne City's Historical Past —
Photographed By Joel Seewald, July 6, 2023
1. The Commercial House Marker
Sometimes called the Riverside Hotel, the 24 room hotel opened to the public in 1904.
Charles O. Fry, proprietor, ran a comfortable hostlery, where guests were made to feel they had found a home, not just a stopping place.
At all times, patrons were assured a choice selection of wines and liquors, including the two famous brands of rye whiskey known as "Cumberland Club" and "Grass Window". Customers paid five cents for a beer and ten cents for a whiskey. A lunch counter also provided a specialty of short orders which were served any time of the day or night.
Of the 13 saloons which once operated in Boyne, the Eagles Lodge is one of the few saloon structures still standing which catered to the lumberjacks.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1904.
Location. 45° 12.888′ N, 85° 0.876′ W. Marker is in Boyne City, Michigan, in Charlevoix County. Marker is at the intersection of Lake Street and River Street, on the right when traveling north on Lake Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 106 River Street, Boyne City MI 49712, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Boyne City Cigar Company (within shouting distance of this marker); Beardsley's Dry Goods Store (about 300 feet away, measured
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Photographed By Joel Seewald, July 6, 2023
2. The Commercial House Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on August 8, 2023. It was originally submitted on August 8, 2023, by Joel Seewald of Madison Heights, Michigan. This page has been viewed 48 times since then and 9 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 8, 2023, by Joel Seewald of Madison Heights, Michigan.
