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Prints and ferrotypes: Colby, Bowen, Gilbert, and Ferguson family members. (37 photos)

 File — Box: 1, Volume: 1

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

This collection contains late 19th century photographs of the following people: Westley, Frank, John, Mary, Will, Great-Grandpa and Great-Grandma Barry; Bill and Maria Bowen; Dick, Edith, Doll, Perry, Frank, Rita, and Libby Ferguson; John, Ivol, Emma, Eunice, Earl, and Ethel Colby; William and Elizabeth Grover; and Melisa Gilbert. The relationship of these people is not known.

One photograph of particular interest shows family members standing beside their log cabin. The photograph provides a detailed look at the materials used to build the cabin.

Dates

  • 1870-1890

Extent

From the Collection: 1.04 Linear Feet (Two boxes)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Grand Rapids History Center Repository

Contact:
Grand Rapids Public Library
111 Library Street NE
Grand Rapids Michigan 49503 USA
616-988-5497