Shriner Clowns Marching in Melon Festival Parade in Howell, Michigan
Shriner Clowns Marching in Melon Festival Parade in Howell, Michigan - Unknown Date Can see signs for Reid Studios Photography, Meier Engraving, Kirby Sales Service, and The Sewing Basket. Just west of the corner of N. Michigan Ave and W. Grand River Ave. The parade was heading west.
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Motorcycle Riders in Melon Festival Parade in Howell, Michigan
Motorcycle Riders in Melon Festival Parade in Howell, Michigan - Unknown Date Can see signs for Livingston Drugs, D.R. Electric Richards and Spagnuelo's Package Liquor Dealer Beer & Wine Take Out Party Suplies Groceries Home Made Cand? Ice Cream. Just west of the corner of N. Michigan Ave and W. Grand River Ave. The parade was heading west.
Homecoming Street Fair, Howell, Michigan
These photographs are of the tents raised for the Homecoming Street Fair on Grand River Avenue, Howell, Michigan. Homecoming Street Fairs occurred yearly in the late 1890's and early 1900's, in Howell. The William McPherson Tent is noted, and Grand River Avenue is unpaved, so the photograph is likely prior to 1915. The exact location on Grand River Avenue, the date, and persons in the photographs are unknown. The Livingston County Press and Argus published advertisements and articles every year about this event.
View Livingston Republican September 17, 1902 Ad (in library use only)
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Liberty Loan Day, World War I, Howell, Michigan, 1918
This photograph is labeled "Libery Loan Day, WWI, 1918". It depicts the intersection of Grand River Avenue and Michigan Avenue, Howell, Michigan. The view is looking west from the intersection with the First Presbyterian Church in the distance. In May 1917, all American citizens were urged to buy Liberty Bonds for the purpose of carrying on the efforts in World War I. An article in the Livingston Republican, May 30, 1917, asked all citizens to subscribe to the "Liberty Loan", and residents of Livingston County were asked to do all they could by helping. The Livingston County Liberty Loan Committee was formed with the following members: Hugh A. McPherson, R. B. McPherson, F. J. Shields, W. P. VanWinkle, A. L. Smith, and E.L. Smith.
Flag Day, Howell, Michigan, June 14, 1917
This photograph was noted to be taken on Flag Day, June 14, 1917, and shows a gathering in from of Goodnow & Jubb Dry Goods, 101 East Grand River Avenue, Howell, Michigan.
4th of July Parade, Howell, Michigan, 1970
These photographs of the 4th of July Parade, Howell, Michigan, 1970, were taken as the parade marched east on West Grand River Avenue, near the intersection of Byron Road. Several bands, drill teams, colorguard units, local businessmen, and bystanders were featured. In the background of the car carrying Congressman Marvin Esch a partial view of the First Church of Christ Scientist building. The building is no longer there in 2023.
This is a photograph of a band member followed by a Baseball Team marching in a parade in Howell, Michigan. They are traveling west on Grand River Avenue, and in the background are cars, W. D. Adams Department Store, Standard Gasoline Station, and the Howell Theater. The name of the parade, names of the persons and date of the photograph are unknown.
Homecoming, Livingston County Court House Lawn, Howell, Michigan, 1914
This photograph is of the 1914 Homecoming, Howell, Michigan. The events were held on the Livingston County Court House Lawn. This view looks north at the intersection of State Street and East Grand River Avenue, with the Court House on the right side.
Brighton Memorial Day Parade , Brighton, Michigan, 1946
This is a photograph of the Brighton Memorial Day Parade, Brighton, Michigan, 1946. Participants unknown.
Howell Street Fairs, Floral Parades, 1898, 1900, & 1902, Howell, Michigan
This series of photographs were taken during the Howell Floral Parades. In 1898, 1900, and 1902, Howell businessmen organized street fairs. They were held in front of the Livingston County Courthouse. A program of events in 1900, listed the following events: "The Guthries", a trapeze performing troupe, "Ameta Fire Dancers", Balloon ascension on the Courthouse Square, and a Floral Parade. The upcoming Floral Parade was described in the September 26, 1900 edition of the Livingston Republican. "The ladies flower parade this year is much more elaborate and handsome than two years ago. The amount of work that the ladies have put on the various rigs is well repaid in the fine display. The skill and taste shown is worth going miles to see. It is by far the finest parade ever made in Livingston County." The Howell Women's Club sponsored the Floral Parade. By 1915, this event was held in June and was called "Automobile Flower Parade", and featured three bands, a balloon ascension, and a decorated automobile parade. The exact dates and names of the persons in the pictures are unknown.
View Livingston Republican September 26, 1900 Article (in library use only)