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Grand Rapids (Mich.) -- History

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 385 Collections and/or Records:

Robert E. Haynes magic collection

 Collection
Identifier: Collection 350
Abstract

This collection includes one scrapbook, containing information on Grand Rapids, Michigan area magicians and the Robert E. Haynes family. Included are newspaper clippings, photographs, ephemera and the constitution and by-laws of the Grand Rapids Magician's Club. Other items include a notebook of tricks and gigs, 1928-1937, oversize playing cards and notes and diagrams on magic tricks.

Dates: 1920s - circa 1950s

Robert G. Nelson Grand Rapids and Michigan history collection

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Identifier: Collection 363
Abstract This collection reflects Robert G. Nelson's knowledge and interests in the local and regional history of the greater Grand Rapids and Kent County, Michigan area. The collection includes material related to the Nelson family and to Nelson's work as a graphic designer and printer, including his time at Meijer. Also included are ephemera, photographs and printed material for a wide variety of topics and organizations, including, but not limited to, urban renewal, churches, local periodicals,...
Dates: circa 1850s-2000s

Robert Imhoff negatives

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Identifier: Collection 399
Abstract

The Robert Imhoff negatives collection includes over 1400 negatives and prints related to the Grand Rapids Fire Department from about 1950-1980. Included are images of fire stations, fire engines, firemen and Grand Rapids Fire Department staff, fire prevention weeks, and fires at local homes and businesses.

Dates: 1950-1980

Robert Raz and Alberta Massingill oral history collection

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Identifier: Collection 339
Abstract The Raz/Massingill Oral History Collection is the result of a Friends of the Grand Rapids Public Library 100th Anniversary Project. It contains interviews with retired staff of the Grand Rapids Public Library conducted in 2004-2006. Those interviewed were librarians, library assistants and administrative, support and specialized staff who worked at the Grand Rapids Public Library. The information from the interviews pertains to the personal history of the interviewee, history of the Grand...
Dates: 2004-2006

Robert Veit Fire Department photographs

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Identifier: Collection 134
Abstract Robert Veit (1920-1987) served the Grand Rapids (Michigan) Fire Department for forty years, beginning in 1944. He was promoted to lieutenant in 1948, Captain in 1949, District Chief in 1952, Deputy Chief in 1961 and Chief in 1967. He retired in 1984. This collection consists of photographs, 1927-1983, depicting fires and other disasters (such as tornadoes), which required the aid of the Grand Rapids Fire Department. Also included are images of fire department equipment, personnel and...
Dates: 1927-1983

Robert W. Irwin Company records

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Identifier: Collection 048
Abstract

The Robert W. Irwin Company was a furniture company in Grand Rapids (Mich.) from 1919-1953. The Robert W. Irwin Company resulted from the merger of the Phoenix Furniture Company, founded in 1870, and the Royal Furniture Company, organized in 1892. Records include journal and cash ledgers and newspaper clippings.

Dates: 1920-1953

Rosemary Scott papers

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Identifier: Collection 390
Abstract Rosemary Scott (1922-2005) was an attorney who practiced in Grand Rapids from 1947 until 2002. She was known as the first female lawyer to open her own practice in Grand Rapids. She was appointed to the Michigan Youth Commission from 1949 to 1969, and was appointed by Governors Romney and Milliken as its Chair from 1964 to 1971. In addition, she served as a member of the Michigan Crime Commission and the Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Commission. This collection contains reports,...
Dates: 1967-1976

Russell family papers

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Identifier: Collection 008
Abstract The Russell Family Papers contains documents primarily of Mr. and Mrs. Huntley Russell, who were active in numerous business, political, social and religious organizations in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Huntley Russell (1858-1928) was a Republican State Senator, State Land Commissioner and real estate developer. Clara Russell (1866-1935), daughter of Charles Carter Comstock & Cornelia Guild Davis Comstock, was chairman of the Republican Women's State Executive Committee, Vice-president of...
Dates: 1818-1981

Ryskamp Brothers, Inc. records

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Identifier: Collection 031
Abstract

The Ryskamp Brothers store was a paint and hardware business in Grand Rapids, Mich. from about 1890 until 1974. This collection includes correspondence, account journals, cash books, day books, ledgers and sale books from the business. The correspondence and business records are valuable in providing financial background and detailed information on the store's operations.

Dates: 1890-1957

Samuel H. Ranck papers

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Identifier: Collection 219
Abstract Samuel H. Ranck (1866-1952) was director of the Grand Rapids Public Library, Grand Rapids, Michigan for 37 years, covering the years 1904-1941. He was also an outdoor lover, an active member of the Grand Rapids community and a member of numerous organizations and associations throughout the state of Michigan and the nation. This collection contains bibliographical information about Ranck and various writings by Ranck. The bulk of the collection is photographs, diaries, writings and...
Dates: 1787-1952