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- Handwritten resolutions from the News Boys Association wishing good health and prosperity for the ill Russell A. Alger, dated December 31, 1906, less than a month before his death: Hall of the News Boys Association Detroit Dec. 31st At the regular weekly meeting of the News Boys' Association the following [?] resolution was unanimously adopted. Whereas- This with [?] agreed[?] that the association is advised[?] of the continued illness of our generous and most adored[?] friend Genl. Russell A. Alger. Therefore- Resolved That one do [?] to [?] & [?] of his [?] our heartfelt sympathy & express the hope that he may soon be [?] with perfect health & that happiness & prosperity may be abundantly showered upon him during the new year - further Resolved That as a further evidence of our esteem two of our members be chosen to present these resolutions at his residence. By order of the [?] James T. Stemling Pres.
- Date Issued:
- 1906-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Collection:
- General History
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- Menu book for a dinner honoring General Russell A. Alger held at the Detroit Club on February 20, 1897. The menu is bound with ribbon in a hardcover covered with white and gold striped fabric with a blue floral pattern. A large gold embossed "A" is printed in the center of the cover. A list of guests, the actual menu (printed in French), a half-tone photo of Alger's home on West Fort Street, and a half-tone photo of a large Second Empire-style building are contained within.
- Date Issued:
- 1897-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Collection:
- General History
