Author's son in front of a marker from the city of Niles, MI. Text reads: "Welcome to the St. Hoseph River Park Project. Park operated by city of Niles Constructed by French Paper Co. Dam 300 feet Picnic Area and Playground 400 feet Downstream Boat Launch 1/2 mile Powerhouse downstream 400 feet on west bank. Open to the public without discrimination. Additional information available at powerhouse office 100 French Street Niles. Licensed by Department of Energy Federal Energy Regulatory Commission License No. 10624-000."