In the early 1900's steamships regularly carried passengers from Watervale, Pierport, and beyond. At its peak the Arcadia and Betsey River Railway made regular trips twice a day between Arcadia and Copemish with several stops in between.
To handle special events, passenger ships and the railway made extra trips.
Arriving by Ship
This photo shows Pere Marquette #8 docking in Arcadia on July 4, 1914.
Excursion Train for Arcadia/Copemish Game
The Arcadia and Betsey River Railway added extra runs for special events
such as this one in 1900, the game between Arcadia and Copemish.