Smith Camp

Most of the windows are boarded on the Smith Cottage at the time of this 1950s era photo.

National Visual Inventory Cards 50-1163

History

Thomas "Omaha" Smith owned a 1.6-acre island just north of Scoville point in Tobin Harbor. As his nickname suggests, he was from Omaha, Nebraska. Mr. Smith was not in favor of the establishment of a national park at Isle Royale. All structures including a cottage, privy, and dock were removed shortly after federal purchase. As is true with many families that did not accept a life lease, little is known about the Smith family and historical use of the property.

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