Magazine finds in abandoned house.

[Coinstriking Michigan]

Hey all, not sure if anyone is interested in old magazines but I found an old caved in house in the wood today and it was filled with old magazines. I grabbed a few and might go back for the rest. There was at least a stack of 100 magazines in excellent condition. Saturday Evening Post's from the 30's, Look Magazine from the 30's and early 40's, McCalls from the early 40's. And that was just a few off the top that I grabbed. I also found an old book called "Convict Life at the Minnesota State Prison" Stillwater , Minnesota dated 1909 Second Addition 100,000 copies, and that's in excellent condition too.

 

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[Getty]

You DONT need my approval. Theres a much stronger force than that man.

I thought someone might be interested in this. I never thought about it as someone's property, it just seemed like unwanted, forgotten about junk. I figured id salvage some of the stuff before it was ruined forever. My aim wasn't to be a thief and try to get one over on somebody.

Its our responsability as true treasure hunters to think of these things. I have 3 kids and therefore HAVE to lead by example.

 

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[GopherDaGold]

What if that place belonged to my brother who died 3 weeks ago and I finally get over there to find that its been raide? Wheres the fairness in that? HHHMMM.?

 

[Coinstriking Michigan]

Fair enough, I'll just delete this post. Take care folks.

 

[ivan salis]

you most likely just never thought of it like --gee this miight belong to someone else * because of the condition of the place * thats understandible -- but with age comes wisdom and the knowledge that everything belongs to some one or entity (group)-- things on "publicly owned land' most folks would not bat a eye at first come , first served as a general rule -- quick wits and public land stuff --have at it

however most folks draw the line at private property rights * -- as most folks own some sort of property and do not want others trasspassing and stealing their stuff off of "their land"--(rightfully so ) to up hold your "property rights" you must up the property rights of all other people as well.

I can honestly understand your interest in not wanting to see these items go to waste #1 -- especially since the owner -- clearly does not seem to care about the items (who knows maybe he does not care only because he doesn't know it exist in the first place ) and for reason #2 they could fetch you a few bucks maybe * -- but unless its on "open publicly owned" land ( thus basically first come , first served in most folks veiw ) --its someones elses property plain and simple -- until you get the ok otherwize.

 

[Coinstriking Michigan]

you most likely just never thought of it like --gee this miight belong to someone else * because of the condition of the place * thats understandible -- but with age comes wisdom and the knowledge that everything belongs to some one or entity (group)-- things on "publicly owned land' most folks would not bat a eye at first come , first served as a general rule -- quick wits and public land stuff --have at it

however most folks draw the line at private property rights * -- as most folks own some sort of property and do not want others trasspassing and stealing their stuff off of "their land"--(rightfully so ) to up hold your "property rights" you must up the property rights of all other people as well.

I can honestly understand your interest in not wanting to see these items go to waste #1 -- especially since the owner -- clearly does not seem to care about the items (who knows maybe he doesniot care only because he doesn't know it exist) and for reaso #2 they could fetch you a few bucks maybe * -- but unless its on "open publicly owned" land ( thus basically first come , first served) --its someones elses property plain and simple -- until you get the ok otherwize.

You're exactly right, I never thought of it belonging to someone as it was falling apart. I never once thought "I am going to go and steal this stuff". I just thought it was neat stuff that managed to stay undamaged in that mess for years and years.

 

[Getty]

Very well stated Ivan, I tip my hat.

 

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Was not tryin to put the hammer on you in particular Farscape as I wanted only to get my point across strongly sir.

 

[ivan salis]

do not give up --just do it "the right way" --with a bit of tax deed checking I bet you can find out exactly who own s that spot of land -- then just ask -- if they say no nothing lost --since you are now aware -- I'm quite sure you would not tresspass or steal stuff (would not go back there without the landowners ok)-- however if you get a "YES" well then your good to go daddy O -- who knows in its run down shape * you just might find that thecounty might own it for back taxes owed --thus it would be "publicly owned" land

 

[Coinstriking Michigan]

Was not tryin to put the hammer on you in particular Farscape as I wanted only to get my point across strongly sir.

I understand, as I was also trying to get my thought process across strongly.

 

[Coinstriking Michigan]

do not give up --just do it "the right way" --with a bit of tax deed checking I bet you can find out exactly who own s that spot of land -- then just ask -- if they say no nothing lost --since you now aware would nnot tresspass or steal stuff -- however if you get a "YES" well then your good to go daddy on -- who knows in its run down shape* the county might own it for back taxes owed --thus it would be "publicly owned" land

I wonder how I could find that out, it doesn't even have an address. Just a shack in the woods.

 

[ivan salis]

well one can always start by asking at the county tax office about who owns the land round that area * -- unless a place is publicly owned land --taxes have to be paid on it and the owners of the land are on the record to be sent yearly taxes due bills -- the lands are plotted out and who owns what plots and such is publicly availible info. -- normally --the land owners "contact" address is included --and often times a phone number is availible as well

do it the right way and you got no "problems" or regrets afterwards.

 

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do not give up --just do it "the right way" --with a bit of tax deed checking I bet you can find out exactly who own s that spot of land -- then just ask -- if they say no nothing lost --since you now aware would nnot tresspass or steal stuff -- however if you get a "YES" well then your good to go daddy on -- who knows in its run down shape* the county might own it for back taxes owed --thus it would be "publicly owned" land

I wonder how I could find that out, it doesn't even have an address. Just a shack in the woods.

Old maps an plat #s then look at modern plat #s

 

[Getty]

well one can always start by asking at the county tax office about who owns the land round that area * -- unless a place is publicly owned land --taxes have to be paid on it and the owners of the land are on the record to be sent yearly taxes due bills -- the lands are plotted out and who owns what plots and such is publicly availible info.

Yes, I was a min too late very good Ivan,kudos

 

[Bavaria Mike]

Don't let that site go to waste, probably a lot more there than you think and that is a picture perfect site to hold a cache of money, somewhere, LOL! Here in Germany, I get the land owners info from the buildings and grounds dept at our local courthouse, then go knock on their door or rejoice when I find out it is public land. Hope you sort this out and get back there soon. Is there an outhouse? Be careful and HH, Mike

 

[g-olden years]

Regarding "public land", I've lived in enough states to know that on some "public land" nothing can be legally removed! State regulations vary from state to state, Federal regulations vary depending on whether land is Forest Service, BLM, National Parks, protected habitat, etc. For example, in some states, arrowheads cannot be removed from where you find them on public land! Also there's often city, county, or regional park rules, coastal regulations, etc. Best to check "public land" rules out in your area before assuming you can take stuff. Sometimes these rules can be found on-line.

My personal take on ownership of land is that no one owns any part of this planet! We are all creatures who should protect the planet and each other. But since humans have created a vast structure of laws and regulations, we each need to respect the rules for both private and public land. Some laws are built on safety and common sense, although some are based on greed. If we disagree with a regulation or law, we can put our energy toward trying to change it, though easier said than done. Andi

 

[g-olden years]

Farscape, I hope you'll research the owner and you have my very best wishes for getting permission to remove the EXCELLENT MAGAZINES you've found. And saving other things that interest you or may be treasured by collectors. Many people would be interested in the old mags, as you can see on e-Bay and no doubt other on-line sites. Thanks for sharing some pics of your finds and please let us know whether you're allowed to remove them before they deteriorate to being a total loss. Andi