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- Description:
- One "Map of Elmwood Cemetery, City of Detroit." The map is printed in black and green ink and shows the layout of the cemetery including streets, street names, section letters, and lot numbers. An alphabetical list of subscribers and their lot numbers is also shown. Some individual and family names are shown on the map in larger family plot/private mausoleum areas. A brief history of the cemetery is given along with "Rules of Corporation" and "Rules Concerning Visitors." The map was drawn by Eugene Robinson, City Surveyor, and was published by Silas Farmer Co., Detroit, in 1865. Separated from the map is also its accompanying blue cover entitled "Elmwood Cemetery" which is engraved on the front and back cover.
- Date Issued:
- 1865-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Collection:
- General History
- Description:
- Color postcard depicting a scene in Elmwood Cemetery, with a bridge in the foreground, a fountain, two grave markers and three people. Printed on verso: "Elmwood Cemetery is located in the eastern part of the city and contains 78 acres. It is one of the oldest cemeteries in the city being opened in 1846." Handwritten message on verso: "Detroit Mich Aug 12-14 Dear Ethel: Was vaccinated this AM: am feeling fine hope to hear from you soon. Orey" It is addressed to "Miss Ethel Allen 91 Walnut St Ashtabula Ohio". Postmarked 1914.
- Date Issued:
- 1914-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Collection:
- Postcard
- Description:
- Second Report of the Board of Trustees of Elmwood Cemetery. Also includes rules, regulations, and suggestions. Detroit: Geo. H. Fleming, Book Printer.
- Date Issued:
- 1858-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Collection:
- Religion
- Description:
- Sepia-toned albumen photo of the Firemen's Memorial in Elmwood Cemetery. The Memorial consists of a round white stone column (probably marble) that is mounted on an ornate carved, 4-sided white stone base. A carved figure of a fireman, who is shown with a downcast gaze, is standing on top of the column. The front of the base shows a raised carving of a fireman's helmet and the lettering, "Firemen." A planted flower bed occupies the area around the monument base. Also, there are two large flower urns on each side of the monument. Several ornamental fire hydrants are visible in the foreground and gravestones can be seen in the area beyond the flower bed.
- Date Issued:
- 1880-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Collection:
- Fire Department
- Description:
- Booklet about Elmwood Cemetery. Includes black & white photos, a brief historical sketch, rules and regulation, an act of incorporation, and suggestions of F. L. Olmsted & Co. Detroit: John Bornman & Son, Printers.
- Date Issued:
- 1895-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Collection:
- Religion
- Description:
- Bill from Elmwood Cemetery for Theodore H. Eaton. Dated August 4, 1880.
- Date Issued:
- 1880-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Collection:
- Religion
- Description:
- Certificate of ownership of a plot of land in Elmwood Cemetery by Medgley Rich and Holland Rich. Dated April 19, 1867
- Date Issued:
- 1867-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Collection:
- Religion
- Description:
- One folio series entitled, "Detroit Illustrated," that was published in 14 parts by H. R. Page & Company of Chicago. This folio, Part Six, has a gray/green paper cover that is printed in brown text. There are twelve interior pages which include printed text and sepia-toned photographic images that are entitled as follows: Residences of Andrew Cooley and Dr. George Duffield West Boulevard, Looking North Residence of W. H. Thayer Residence of Henry Russel Detroit Lead Pipe and Sheet Lead Works East Congress Street from Beaubien Street Scene in Elmwood Cemetery Detroit Museum of Art Scene in Elmwood Water Works Scene in Woodmere Cemetery Washington Avenue - Bishop Foley's Reception Residence of W. F. Hauxhurst Residence of Henry A. Wetzel Entrance to Elmwood Cemetery.
- Date Issued:
- 1889-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Collection:
- General History
- Description:
- Postcard (1 copy). Color postcard entitled "Elmwood Cemetery, Detroit, Mich." The view shows a park-like scene with a bridge in the foreground, a fountain, two grave markers and three figures. The back reads, "Elmwood Cemetery is located in the eastern part of the city and contains 78 acres. It is one of the oldest cemeteries in the city being opened in 1846." Back of one also reads, "Published By Wolverine News Co., Detroit, Mich., Made in U.S.A.", "A-17415", "Post Card, This Space for Addresses Only." Stamp square reads, "Place Stamp Here, Domestic One Cent, Foreign Two Cents. Both postcards have some writing on the back. Only one was ever mailed and it has a stamp and post mark which reads, "Detroit Mich. Jul 24 1913."
- Date Issued:
- 1913-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Collection:
- Postcard
- Description:
- Color postcard depicting the Fireman's Monument in Elmwood Cemetery. Handwritten message on verso, postmarked Aug 5, 1909.
- Date Issued:
- 1909-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Collection:
- Postcard
