Urban Renewal; General Grand Rapids Scrapbook, circa 1956-1974

File — Box: SB

Staff Only

Dates

circa 1850s-2000s

Creator

From the Collection: Nelson, Robert G. (Person)

Extent

From the Collection: 28.4 Linear Feet (Over 40 boxes)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

Description

DescriptionGrand Rapids Press newspaper articles and graphics clippings related to urban renewal and other news stories in Grand Rapids. Includes clippings of 1956 tornado coverage. Includes many “The Yesterdays of Grand Rapids” articles. Also contains various advertising materials for local businesses. Some articles/advertisements appear to be from much earlier newspapers (early 1900s)