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Grand Rapids (Mich.) -- History

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 388 Collections and/or Records:

Gerald R. Ford photographs and memorabilia

 Collection
Identifier: Collection 243
Abstract Gerald R. Ford (1913-2006) was the 38th President of the United States. A former resident of Grand Rapids and East Grand Rapids, Michigan, Ford served as a member of the House of Representatives for the 5th District of Michigan from 1949 to 1973. This collection contains reference material for general use related to Ford. Included are letters, photographs, speeches and memorabilia. The library does not widely collect original Gerald R. Ford documents, as these are primarily held by other...
Dates: circa 1915-2006
Found in: Grand Rapids History Center / Gerald R. Ford photographs and memorabilia

Giacomo "Jack" Buzzitta Stow and Davis furniture design collection

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Identifier: Collection 361
Abstract

Giacomo "Jack" Buzzitta (1910-1989) was a furniture designer in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He designed for Stow & Davis for the majority of his career, from 1936 until his retirement in 1975. This collection includes furniture drawings and technical specifications completed by Buzzitta for Stow & Davis. Also included are catalogs and photographs relating to Stow & Davis, Widdicomb and Irwin furniture, as well as photographs from the periodical Good Furniture.

Dates: circa 1950s-1980s
Found in: Grand Rapids History Center / Giacomo "Jack" Buzzitta Stow and Davis furniture design collection

Glenn A. Barrett World War II collection

 Collection
Identifier: Collection 509
Abstract Glenn Albert Barrett (1923-2000) lived in Grand Rapids, Michigan and served in the Army during World War II (1943-1946). Through his service in the military, Barrett traveled extensively and wrote about his experiences in letters home to his mother, Myrtle M. Barrett (nee Burtles); grandmother; and to various friends. Some letters contained in the collection are written to Barrett as well. Additionally, the collection contains some photographs of Barrett and others. A researcher interested...
Dates: 1934 - 1950
Found in: Grand Rapids History Center / Glenn A. Barrett World War II collection

Globe Knitting Works collection

 Collection
Identifier: Collection 062
Abstract The Globe Knitting Works was a clothing manufacturer established in Grand Rapids, Michigan in 1897. The collection contains primarily photographs. Some exterior views exist, but most views are interiors, including various departments involved in the knitting process. Images begin with the drying and cutting processes through to the final stages of packaging and shipping. A 7-paged typed history also accompanies the photos. Published documents have been added to the collection for additional...
Dates: 1900-1920s
Found in: Grand Rapids History Center / Globe Knitting Works collection

Godfrey J. Anderson manuscripts

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Identifier: Collection 023
Abstract Godfrey J. Anderson (1895-1981) was the son of Swedish immigrants and served during World War I as a member of the 337th Field Hospital (the "Polar Bear" expedition). This collection contains his personal reminiscences, where he describes Christmas time among the Swedish immigrants in West Michigan and the beginning of the Swedish mission movement. Also included are Anderson’s World War I reminiscences, describing his experiences as a member of the Polar Bear Expedition to...
Dates: 1982-1986
Found in: Grand Rapids History Center / Godfrey J. Anderson manuscripts

Gordon Van Smith postcards

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Identifier: Collection 377
Abstract

The Gordon Van Smith posts contains over 250 postcards of the Grand Rapids area. The postcards range in date from the early 1900s through the 1980s. Many local landmarks are represented, as well as street views, river scenes and bridge views.

Dates: 1900s-1980s
Found in: Grand Rapids History Center / Gordon Van Smith postcards

Grace Oakes Carling photographs

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Identifier: Collection 477
Abstract

This small collection contains family snapshots and photographs related to Grace Oakes Carling (1890-1988). The images mostly depict members of the Carpenter, McClure and Oakes families, as well as friends from Wurzburgs. Many of the photographs are snapshots and depict Grace and her friends and family relaxing and spending time together. Other photographs are formal portraits of family members. Also included are a few obituaries and funeral programs related to the family.

Dates: 1887 - 1975
Found in: Grand Rapids History Center / Grace Oakes Carling photographs

Grand Rapids Academy of Medicine collection

 Collection
Identifier: Collection 130
Abstract The Grand Rapids Academy of Medicine was a medical and veterinary school in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This small collection provides some documentation of three medical associations and teaching organizations, related to the Academy, in Grand Rapids from 1856 to 1914. Included is material on the Grand Rapids Medical and Surgical Society, the Grand Rapids Academy of Medicine and the Grand Rapids Medical College. The collection contains meeting minutes and such business records as canceled...
Dates: 1868-1914, 1930, 1958
Found in: Grand Rapids History Center / Grand Rapids Academy of Medicine collection

Grand Rapids and Indiana Railroad Company collection

 Collection
Identifier: Collection 190
Abstract The Grand Rapids & Indiana Railroad Company collection is a small representation of the operations of this regional transportation business, which had its home office in Grand Rapids, Michigan. It was initially known as the Grand Rapids & Indiana Railway Company. The collection includes documents of the operations and business affairs of the railroad during the last quarter of the 19th century, and the first four decades of the 20th century. The bulk of the collection is...
Dates: 1875-1950
Found in: Grand Rapids History Center / Grand Rapids and Indiana Railroad Company collection

Grand Rapids and nature collection

 Collection
Identifier: Collection 367
Abstract

The Grand Rapids and Nature Collection is a small devised collection, newly created to bring together small accessions which document the flora and fauna in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Items held in other collections already created, relevant to this topic, may be cross referenced here, as time allows.

Dates: no date
Found in: Grand Rapids History Center / Grand Rapids and nature collection

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