Abstract Britton L. Gordon (1909-2002) was a Grand Rapids, Michigan businessman who strongly influenced aeronautics in the city. Gordon served on the Kent County Aeronautics Board from 1956-1978 and the Michigan Aeronautics Commission from 1963-1979. He was instrumental in developing the airport in Cascade Township, which is now known as the Gerald R. Ford International Airport. This collection contains newspaper clippings relating to aeronautics and the airport in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The...

Abstract Thomas E. Walsh (1900-1988) is best known for his role in promoting and developing the airport in Kent County, Michigan. The papers relate mainly to Walsh's position as Kent County Airport manager from 1930 to 1957. During these years he played a leading role in transforming Kent County's airport from its amateur, underdeveloped condition into a professionally managed and commercially successful operation. Other topics detailed in the papers include World War I and the 32nd...