Post Folder / compliments of Heystek & Canfield Co. Publ. By Simplicity Co.; Engraved & printed by James Bayne Co. Fragile. Use postcard images instead, where available] 00.[xxxx].1. Postcard images printed on paper, accordian folded into a booklet/packet.
The bulk of the collection is described in this series, in alphabetical order by the descriptive information given on the card. Where another later or earlier name is know for the building or view, a cross reference is given under that name. For example, cards published the “Pantlind Hotel” will be under “Pantlind”, while later buildings on the same site, such as the “Amway Grand”, will by listed under “Amway”. A see or see also note to the earlier or later building is usually given.
Researchers can also search the list for their subject listed under alternative heading by using a key word search within the document. Thus, postcards which include multiple views and/or may be described under a general heading, my have the specific heading listed elsewhere under that general heading.
Dates
- c1900-
Extent
From the Collection: 4.7 Linear Feet (Six boxes)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Includes the following images
Grand River in 1910 – Cover
Grand Rapids Federal Building – Cover
Bathing Beach at Macatawa Park
Grand Rapids, Chicago Short Line Steamer at Macatawa Pier ...
Herkimer Hotel
Otte Brother, American Laundry
Citizens Telephone Co. Long Distance Operator’s Room (2 images)
Kent State Bank, Ottawa St. & Canal at Lyon (2 images)
Heyster & Canfield, 3 images: 56-58 Ionia / 75-77 Monroe / 57-59 Commerce)
Preferred Life Insurance Co. of America
Chas. E. Norton Co. – Interior
Henry Smith’s Florist Store – Interior
Gannon-Paine Co. – Interior
Marietta Stanley Co., 35-41 4th St.
Lily White Flour
G.J. Johnson Cigar Co.
Ramona Pavilion & Roof Garden, Reeds Lake
Simplicity Co.
Grand Rapids Electrotype Co.
James Bayne Co.
Macey Co.
Macey Co. – Room Interior (ad)
McLaughlin Business University
John Ball Park / Zoo
Locator map for each company listed
Repository Details
Part of the Grand Rapids History Center Repository
Grand Rapids Public Library
111 Library Street NE
Grand Rapids Michigan 49503 USA
616-988-5497
localhis@grpl.org