Detroit Public Library
4709 items
- Description:
- 7.5x9.5 black and white Packard Co. file photograph of a 1932 Packard nine-tenths right side view. Inscribed on photo back: experimental, 1932 Packard light eight, ninth series, model 900, 8-cylinder, 110-horsepower, 127.75-inch wheelbase, 5-person sedan (body type # 553), prototype (light colored), note; longitudinal ribbing on rubber running board cover, metal sheathing on springs, missing knob on cowl side vent door, eighth series hood latch, head lamp brackets.
- Notes:
- The original materials from this collection are located in the Special Collections at the Detroit Public Library. Additional items that were not digitized may also be available. and This metadata was created by Wayne State University Library system based on original cataloging by the Detroit Public Library
- Date Issued:
- 1932-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Public Library and Wayne State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- Changing Face of the Auto Industry
- Description:
- 8x10 black and white Packard Co. file photograph of a Packard dealership, building sits on corner, "Packard" sign on building, taken at night, cars in show windows with lights on. Inscribed on photo back: dealers, Packard Portland, Oregon 1940, dealer establishments.
- Notes:
- The original materials from this collection are located in the Special Collections at the Detroit Public Library. Additional items that were not digitized may also be available. and This metadata was created by Wayne State University Library system based on original cataloging by the Detroit Public Library
- Date Issued:
- 1940-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Public Library and Wayne State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- Changing Face of the Auto Industry
- Description:
- 8x10 black and white photograph of the Dodge Brothers Heat Treat building exterior, the image is inscribed "Dodge Brothers Heat Treat Building" and "May-14-1913"; penciled on back "Bldg. #409"
- Notes:
- The original materials from this collection are located in the Special Collections at the Detroit Public Library. Additional items that were not digitized may also be available. and This metadata was created by Wayne State University Library system based on original cataloging by the Detroit Public Library
- Date Issued:
- 1913-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Public Library and Wayne State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- Changing Face of the Auto Industry
- Description:
- 3.5x5.5 color postcard showing workers in streets outside of Buick and Weston-Mott factories in Flint
- Notes:
- The original materials from this collection are located in the Special Collections at the Detroit Public Library. Additional items that were not digitized may also be available. and This metadata was created by Wayne State University Library system based on original cataloging by the Detroit Public Library
- Date Issued:
- 1912-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Public Library and Wayne State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- Changing Face of the Auto Industry
- Description:
- 8x10 black and white photograph of an illustration of the Chalmers Motor Company Oakland Avenue factory
- Notes:
- The original materials from this collection are located in the Special Collections at the Detroit Public Library. Additional items that were not digitized may also be available. and This metadata was created by Wayne State University Library system based on original cataloging by the Detroit Public Library
- Date Issued:
- 1913-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Public Library and Wayne State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- Changing Face of the Auto Industry
- Description:
- 8x10 black and white print copied from glass negative of a 1908 Packard 30 Model UA three-quarter front view left side, parked on a residential street, houses in background. Inscribed on photo back: 4-cylinder, 30-horsepower, 123.5-inch wheelbase, 4-person close coupled, with rumble seat, this body type introduced c.March 1908, 1908 Model UA radiator cap, tube type radiator, solid hood side panel, no louvers, 3 gear/brake levers, metal aprons fitted between fenders and frame photographed in Detroit, Mich.
- Notes:
- The original materials from this collection are located in the Special Collections at the Detroit Public Library. Additional items that were not digitized may also be available. and This metadata was created by Wayne State University Library system based on original cataloging by the Detroit Public Library
- Date Issued:
- 1908-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Public Library and Wayne State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- Changing Face of the Auto Industry
- Description:
- 8x10 black and white Packard Co. file photograph of a 1918 Packard nine-tenths left front view, two-toned, no cover on spare tire, back tires and spare have diamond-shaped treads. Inscribed on photo back: Model 3-35, 7-person limousine.
- Notes:
- The original materials from this collection are located in the Special Collections at the Detroit Public Library. Additional items that were not digitized may also be available. and This metadata was created by Wayne State University Library system based on original cataloging by the Detroit Public Library
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Public Library and Wayne State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- Changing Face of the Auto Industry
- Description:
- 7.5x9.5 black and white photograph of a 1922-1923 Packard right side view, male chauffeur, parked on street in front of large home, male standing at curb. Inscribed on photo back: first series single-six (produced 4/20/1922-12/27/1923), 6-cylinder, 54-horsepower, 133-inch wheelbase, 7-person sedan-limousine (body type #229), fitted with biflex bumper #E-480, white wall tires, 12-lug disc wheels, no exterior battery box set into right front fender, inter-compartment communication horn by chauffeur's left ear; Mr. Thomas N. Dysart, St. Louis, Mo.
- Notes:
- The original materials from this collection are located in the Special Collections at the Detroit Public Library. Additional items that were not digitized may also be available. and This metadata was created by Wayne State University Library system based on original cataloging by the Detroit Public Library
- Date Issued:
- [1920 TO 1923]
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Public Library and Wayne State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- Changing Face of the Auto Industry
- Description:
- 8x10 black and white Packard Co. file photograph of a 1923 Packard right side view. Inscribed on photo back: Model 136, 5-person sedan.
- Notes:
- The original materials from this collection are located in the Special Collections at the Detroit Public Library. Additional items that were not digitized may also be available. and This metadata was created by Wayne State University Library system based on original cataloging by the Detroit Public Library
- Date Issued:
- 1923-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Public Library and Wayne State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- Changing Face of the Auto Industry
- Description:
- 8x10 black and white Packard Co. file photograph of a 1925-1926 Packard front view, top lowered, on street during parade, motorcycle cops and crowds on both sides. Inscribed on photo back: Packard 243, second series eight (produced 2/2/1925-8/1/1926), 8-cylinder, 85-horsepower, 143-inch wheelbase, 7-person touring car (body type #245), later type one-piece windshield. Note: "Goddess of Speed" radiator cap; twin spot lights; coach ring-type door handles. 1927 Nebraska license plate #1-21364. Charles A. Lindbergh parade in Omaha, Neb. (1927)
- Notes:
- The original materials from this collection are located in the Special Collections at the Detroit Public Library. Additional items that were not digitized may also be available. and This metadata was created by Wayne State University Library system based on original cataloging by the Detroit Public Library
- Date Issued:
- 1927-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Public Library and Wayne State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- Changing Face of the Auto Industry