Digital Archive of the Howell Carnegie Library Archives

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  • HCDL-ngp-P002-02-0020_u.jpg

    This is a photograph of a band member followed by a Baseball Team marching in a parade in Howell, Michigan.  They are traveling west on Grand River Avenue, and in the background are cars, W. D. Adams Department Store, Standard Gasoline Station, and the Howell Theater.

    The name of the parade, names of the persons and date of the photograph are unknown.
  • Congressman Marvin Esch

    These photographs of the 4th of July Parade, Howell, Michigan, 1970, were taken as the parade marched east on West Grand River Avenue, near the intersection of Byron Road.   Several bands, drill teams, colorguard units, local businessmen, and bystanders were featured.   In the background of the car carrying Congressman Marvin Esch a partial view of the First Church of Christ Scientist building.   The building is no longer there in 2023.
  • HCDL-ngp-P002-02-0041a_u.jpg

    This photograph was noted to be taken on Flag Day, June 14, 1917, and shows a gathering in from of Goodnow & Jubb Dry Goods, 101 East Grand River Avenue, Howell, Michigan.
  • HCDL-ngp-P002-02-0042_u.jpg

    This photograph is labeled "Libery Loan Day, WWI, 1918".  It depicts the intersection of Grand River Avenue and Michigan Avenue, Howell, Michigan.  The view is looking west from the intersection with the First Presbyterian Church in the distance.

    In May 1917, all American citizens were urged to buy Liberty Bonds for the purpose of carrying on the efforts in World War I.  An article in the Livingston Republican, May 30, 1917, asked all citizens to subscribe to the "Liberty Loan", and residents of Livingston County were asked to do all they could by helping.  The Livingston County Liberty Loan Committee was formed with the following members: Hugh A. McPherson, R. B. McPherson, F. J. Shields, W. P. VanWinkle, A. L. Smith, and E.L. Smith.
  • HCDL-ngp-P002-04-0001_u.jpg

    These photographs are of the tents raised for the Homecoming Street Fair on Grand River Avenue, Howell, Michigan.  Homecoming Street Fairs occurred yearly in the late 1890's and early 1900's, in Howell.  The William McPherson Tent is noted, and Grand River Avenue is unpaved, so the photograph is likely  prior to 1915.  The exact location on Grand River Avenue, the date, and persons in the photographs are unknown.   The Livingston County Press and Argus published advertisements and articles every year about this event.
  • HCDL-ngp-P002-08-0001_u.jpg

    Motorcycle Riders in Melon Festival Parade in Howell, Michigan - Unknown Date

    Can see signs for Livingston Drugs, D.R. Electric Richards and Spagnuelo's Package Liquor Dealer Beer & Wine Take Out Party Suplies Groceries Home Made Cand? Ice Cream.

    Just west of the corner of N. Michigan Ave and W. Grand River Ave. The parade was heading west.
  • HCDL-ngp-P002-08-0002_u.jpg

    Shriner Clowns Marching in Melon Festival Parade in Howell, Michigan - Unknown Date

    Can see signs for Reid Studios Photography, Meier Engraving, Kirby Sales Service, and The Sewing Basket.

    Just west of the corner of N. Michigan Ave and W. Grand River Ave. The parade was heading west.
  • HCDL-ngp-P002-08-0003_u.jpg

    Community Watching the Melon Festival Parade in Howell, Michigan. Unknown Date.

    The parade is heading west on Grand River. Can see First National Bank just behind the sign for Hillcrest Regional Center Developmental Disabilities. Can see mounted police in the parade.
  • HCDL-ngp-P002-08-0004_u.jpg

    Shriner Clowns Marching in Melon Festival Parade in Howell, Michigan - Unknown Date

    Can see signs for Orange Blossom Diamond Ring Center, Yax Jewelers Diamonds & Fine Jewelry Third Generation Jewelers, Bob's Pharmacy, and The Gift Shop.

    The corner to the right of Yax Jewlers is N. Michigan Ave and W. Grand River Ave. The parade was heading west.
  • HCDL-ngp-P002-08-0005_u.jpg

    Shriner Clown Marching in Melon Festival Parade in Howell, Michigan - Unknown Date

    Can see signs for Reid Studios Photography, Meier Engraving, Kirby Sales Service, and The Sewing Basket.

    Just west of the corner of N. Michigan Ave and W. Grand River Ave. The parade was heading west.
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