Hidden history of Grand Rapids / Matthew A. Ellis.

Author/creator Ellis, Matthew A.
Format Electronic
Publication InfoCharleston, SC : The History Press, 2023.
Description124 pages : illustrations, maps, portraits, plans ; 23 cm
Supplemental ContentFull text available from Ebook Central - Public Library Complete
Subjects
Animal welfare--Michigan. --Grand Rapids.
Art--Michigan. --Grand Rapids.
Criminals--Michigan. --Grand Rapids.
Food habits--Michigan. --Grand Rapids.
Grand Rapids (Mich.)--History.
Grand Rapids (Mich.)--Buildings, structures, etc.
Grand Rapids (Mich.)--Social life and customs.
Grand Rapids (Mich.)--Politics and government.
Grand Rapids (Mich.)--Biography.

Contents Wood, stone and iron -- For humanity's sake -- The river, the rapids -- Boulders and bricks, steel and glass -- Fur and feathers -- Feeding a city -- Criminal element -- Lost art.
Abstract "More than two centuries of overlooked history flow through Grand Rapids like the river for which it is named. The first city surveyor dabbled in séances while platting out neighborhoods and streets. When a river dredging project left a mountain of stone tormenting residents, the ordeal pitted them against city leaders. Humane society agents uncovered horrendous conditions at the city pound and successfully brought about reform and much better conditions for the animals. Grand Rapids native and city archivist Matthew A. Ellis delves into the layout of streets, the manufacture of materials used to build the city, local food trends, and more."--Back cover.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references.
Access restrictionAvailable only to authorized users.
Technical detailsMode of access: World Wide Web
Genre/formElectronic books.
LCCN 2022944972
ISBN1467153044 (pbk)
ISBN9781467153041 (pbk)

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