Sepia-toned photograph of the reception for General Russell A. Alger upon his return to Detroit on August 2, 1899

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

Subject Topic:

Michigan Central Railroad Depot, Third Street, West Jefferson Avenue, and Parades

Subject Name:

Alger, Russel Alexander Sr.

Rights:

No Copyright - United States

URL:

http://detroithistorical.pastperfectonline.com/photo/4793E889-819B-4161-B914-330838222540