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- Description:
- Book that was presented to Annette "Nettie" Henry Alger upon her marriage to Russell Alger containing advice for newlyweds written by William M. Thayer, and published by John P. Jewett & Company, of Cleveland, Ohio. The book contains four chapters, "The Pastor's Address," "Duties of Conjugal Relation," "Dedication of Home," "Last Words to Bridal Pair, as well as a section of poetry. A handwritten inscription within reads: Dear Nettie, May your life be bright as the sunshine that ushers in your bridal day. Truly your friend, Sarah B.C, Greeley The book also contains a certificate which has been filled out in pencil: This certifies that Russell A. Alger and Nettie A. Henry were united in Marriage by me, according to the Laws of the State og Michigan at Grand Rapids, April 2nd, 1860. Rev. J.S. Whaley[?] The book is bound in a off-white cover with embossed scrollwork on the cover, some in gold.
- Date Issued:
- 1854-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- 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
- 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
- Description:
- Four half-folded page leaflet urging voters to elect Russell A. Alger President, containing reprints of newspaper articles concerning his reception in Detroit upon his return from California from three different papers purportedly representing Republican, Democratic, and Independent viewpoints, all dated March 31, 1888.
- Date Issued:
- 1888-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Description:
- Half-folded program for General Russell Alger's memorial held at the Hall of Representatives in Lansing on April 10, 1907.
- Date Issued:
- 1907-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- One diary of Russell A. Alger for the year 1866. The diary has a a black leather cover that is embossed with a simple double-line black border. The cover interior is lined with smooth light tan leather that is embossed with a double-line square pattern. The inside front cover contains a flat pouch with a flap cover. The inside back cover contains a loop pocket for a pencil (missing). The diary pages are printed in black text on white paper that show the month, date, and day for each day of the year in 1866. Light blue lines are also printed on each page to allow space for notes. The diary is approximately half filled with handwritten pencil notations that are primarily of a business nature such as cash accounts, bills due, workmen's hours, and meetings. There are also notations concerning the arrivals and departures of various schooners and barges which were probably carrying lumber for his lumber business (Alger, Smith & Company).
- Date Issued:
- 1866-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Invitation card sent on behalf of President William McKinley and Ida Saxton McKinley to the secretary of war, Russell A. Alger, and Annette Alger for dinner on January 4, 1899. The card reads, "The President and Mrs. McKinley request the pleasures of the company of the Secretary of War and Mrs. Alger at dinner on Wednesday evening January 4th, at eight o'clock, 1899." A gold embossed eagle seal is at the top of the card.
- Date Issued:
- 1899-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
