To the editor:
From time to time, I read The Daily Mining Gazette online and enjoy reading the activities which take place locally. I can proudly say that my maternal grandparents settled in Houghton in the 1800s coming from Germany and lived their complete lives very happily and successfully in the area.
I love reading about the history of the Keweenaw area and was gratified to see that "Copper Week" was such a success, especially when one of your presenters was Larry Lankton who has written extensively about the history of the area.
I live in Oakland, Mich., north of Detroit and do not know just exactly what, if any, local history is taught in the Calumet, Hancock, and Houghton schools but I believe it to be so interesting and exciting. Every student should be required to learn about the history of mining and its diverse founding people. Once learned, each person would appreciate where he or she lives and respect the work ethic of their relatives and former residents.
"Copper Week" material should be presented to each and every student as required lessons before graduation from high school. I hope the right people are reading this and take notice.
Terry W. Braun
Oakland, Mich.