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chief
sashabaw treasured this beautiful land. therefore, he gave his
name to the small wandering stream and the lovely plains. this
area is located near north sashabaw elementary school. |
The plains
area of Clarkston-Independence Township was home to Chief Sashabaw. He belonged
to one of the south-eastern Michigan tribes. The plains were a hunting
and fishing ground for the Indians. Because the soil on the plains was
fertile, they also used it for farming. |