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- Description:
- A page from a scrapbook containing a newspaper clipping from January 24, 1896 edition of The Detroit Tribune--a society page story on the wedding of Miss Marion Jarves and Russell A. Alger, Jr., including illustrations of the bride and groom. A partial list of guests is attached to the verso.
- Date Issued:
- 1896-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Collection:
- Biographical
- Description:
- Framed invitation from the Detroit Light Guard to a Governor's Levee and Military Soirée, held February 12, 1885 at the Princess Rink in honor of Governor Russell A. Alger. It features a lithograph of a uniformed soldier standing beside the text, printed as though on a large seal, and an image of soldiers drilling at camp above. The invitation is framed in white matte board.
- Date Issued:
- 1885-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Collection:
- Biographical
- Description:
- Invitation sent to General Russell A. Alger and Annette Alger to attend a reception in celebration of the dedication of the World's Columbian Exposition marking the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbus' landing in the Americas, held at the Auditorium Chicago on October 19, 1892, "to be tendered to the President, Vice-President, and ex-Presidents of the United States, the Representatives of Foreign Governments, the Governors of the States and Territories and other distinguished guests." The names of George M. Pullman, Marshall Field, Major General Nelson A. Miles, Mayer Hempstead Washburne, and N. K. Fairbank are printed below. A lithograph of Columbus in profile is printed at the top.
- Date Issued:
- 1892-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Collection:
- Biographical
- Description:
- Resolution, hand written on paper and mounted on linen, issued by the Michigan Senate. pressing approval to President-elect William McKinley of his consideration for Russell A. Alger for a cabinet position, dated January 18th, 1897. The text of the resolution is as follows: "Mr. Lawrence offered the following concurrent resolution: Whereas, The citizens of Michigan, ever anxious for the advancement of the best interests of their noble commonwealth, have learned with feelings of intense gratification, that there is a possibility of an advancement to a cabin exposition, under the incoming administration, of her most favored and distinguished son; therefore be it Resolved (the House concurring), That we cherish with jealous pride the history of the achievements of Gen. Russell A. Alger as soldier and hero of the rebellion. That we contemplate with admiration his wise and statesman-like administration of the affairs of the State as Governor. That we, as representatives of the whole people of the State of Michigan, express to the President-elect our earnest approval of the contemplated appointment, believing that the conduct of national affairs will be distinguished through his attainments. Resolved, That these resolutions be endorsed by the Secretary of the Senate and the Clerk of the House, and that a copy be forwarded to the President-elect, to each of our Representatives in the National Senate and National House of Representatives, and to General Alger. Charles S. Pierce Secretary of the Senate Lewis M. Miller Clerk of House of Representatives."
- Date Issued:
- 1897-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Collection:
- Biographical
- Description:
- Invitation card for the Memorial Exercises in honor of Russell A. Alger at the Hall of Representatives, Lansing, MI. April 10, 1907, sent on behalf of the Legislature of the State of Michigan. The Seal of the State of Michigan is printed at the top.
- Date Issued:
- 1907-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Collection:
- Biographical
- Description:
- Diploma, mounted on linen, naming Russell A. Alger an honorary member of the Alger Republican Club of the Eighth Ward in Chicago, Illinois, dated February 15th 1890. The diploma is affixed with the seal of the Alger Republican Club of the 8th Ward. The text of the diploma is as follows: "Alger Republican Club of the Eighth Ward Diploma This is to certify that on the eight day of February A.D. 1890 the said Club was organized in the City of Chicago in the County of Cook and State of Illinois. And among other business transacted General Russell A. Alger of the City of Detroit, Wayne County, State of Michigan was unanimously elected an Honorary member of the above mentioned Club. Given under our hand this 15th day of February 1890. Frank J. Pechota President Chas. F. Wittmeyer Secretary"
- Date Issued:
- 1890-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Collection:
- Biographical
- Description:
- Cabinet card bearing a sepia-toned photograph of General Russell A. Alger's house on West Fort Street decorated in flags and bunting for the Grand Army of the Republic's National Encampment convention in Detroit in 1891. Three young women pose beside the house's steps. A carriage with its driver, and another man standing behind the carriage are in front of the house.
- Date Issued:
- 1891-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Collection:
- Biographical
- Description:
- Sepia-toned photograph of the reception for General Russell A. Alger upon his return to Detroit on August 2, 1899, after serving in President William McKinley's cabinet as Secretary of War, outside of the Michigan Central Railroad Depot, as taken from the northeast corner of Third Street and West Jefferson Avenue, facing southwest. Alger is seated in the back of the carriage that is entering the intersection from Third Street, presumably beside Mayor William C. Maybury whose face is obscured by the driver. A procession of men walk in front of the carriage, and two other carriages follow behind. Spectators crowd the streets. American flags and banners have been hung from the depot. The photo is mounted on a cardstock backing. "Alger reception at Detroit, August 2, 1899. Gen. Russel Alexander Alger is in mayor's carriage, leaving M.C.R.R. railroad station, Foot of Third Street (1899 div). Photo by Hayes + Co. Detroit. Gift 9-24-1930 Greusel Estate (Joseph Greusel 979 W. Fort Street." is handwritten on the verso.
- Date Issued:
- 1899-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Collection:
- Biographical
- Description:
- Handwritten note written on "Executive Mansion, Washington" stationery on behalf of President William McKinley and Ida Saxton McKinley, inviting Secretary of War Russell Alger and Annette Alger to attend a concert. The note reads, "The President and Mrs. McKinley request the pleasures of the company of Secretary and Mrs. Alger, and the ladies of their household, at half past eight o'clock this evening. Concert by the Mexican Band. Monday, May 10th, 1897."
- Date Issued:
- 1897-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Collection:
- Biographical
- Description:
- Two identical cards accompanying the invitation 1957.304.003a, to a Governor's Levee and Military Soiree held by the Detroit Light Guard on February 12, 1885. The cards are printed with the text: Cards of admission five dollars, admitting gentleman and lady, can be produced of the general committee, and lady, can be procured of the general committee and at the stores of M. L. Smith & Co., and L.L Farnsworth on presentation of this invitation.
- Date Issued:
- 1885-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Collection:
- Biographical
