Hersey is a small rural community that started as a lumber town in the early 19th century and was a major supplier of lumber to the Muskegon Lumber Yards and played an important role in rebuilding Chicago after the great fire . It was founded by Delos A. Blodgett , a banker , lumber baron , and philanthropist . His family was a major benefactor in the Grand Rapids area via the Blodgett Hospital and the Grand Rapids Home for Kids
great fire
Great Chicago Fire
Hersey, Michigan