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Nos. 1-8

 File — Box: 37

Scope and Contents

From the Series:

Photographs and Glass Lantern Plates. One of the largest series in the collection, these image include those documenting staff and events, as well as many images which have been used in the publications elsewhere in the collection. They illustrate various programs and projects of Kent County Health Department. There are numerous photographs regarding the administration. In addition to the photographs, there are several glass lantern plates illustrating some diseases, and showing the nursing staff during the early years of the Health Department. The majority of the plates, however, show or portray children during their medical checkups. Certain uses of some images may be restricted due to privacy concerns.

Dates

  • 1900-1982

Extent

From the Collection: 25.27 Linear Feet (47 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