Collection: Crohon and Roden Company Records | Grand Rapids History Center

Scope and Contents

The materials for the Crohon and Roden Company Records include materials that were given to the Grand Rapids Public Library in 1987. These items span the whole of the company's existence from the 1920's until it's closing in the 1980's. The bulk of the material includes correspondence either to or from the Crohon and Roden Company. This material is not arranged chronologically, but left as found by library staff.

Dates

1920 - 1950

Biographical / Historical

The Crohon and Roden Company dealt mainly in leather goods. It was founded by Michael Roden and Blair Crohon. The firm was established in the early 20th century. The death of Mr. Crohon in 1920 prompted the reorganization of the company into the Roden Leather Company.