Citizens' Mutual Automobile Insurance Company, Open House, 645 West Grand River Avenue, Howell, Michigan, October 22, 1956
In 1915, William E. Robb founded the Citizens' Mutual Automobile Insurance Company; its first office was at 113 East Grand River Avenue, Howell, Michigan. In 1918, Citizens' built a new office at 304 East Grand River Avenue, Howell Michigan, and during the 1930's, the expanding business added a second floor to that office. Citizens' Mutual Automobile Insurance Company continued its expansion far beyond the home office quarters, and in May 1955, construction on a new building began. The new building was located at 845 West Grand River Avenue, near the intersection of West Grand River Avenue and Byron Road. The building was completed in 1956, and was 77,000 square feet, and its walls were made of Indiana limestone. On October 22, 1956, Citizens' Mutual Automobile Insurance Company held an open house at the new office building, and over 1000 Livingston County residents attended. These photographs, taken during the open house, include view of the interior and exterior of the building, and pictures of people attending the events. Berthold Woodhams was President of the business from 1950 to 1963. The names of the persons in the photographs are unknown. The former Citizens' building on East Grand River Avenue, was then rented by Livingston County and became the home to a number of county offices. In 1991, Roberta Monroe Keenan and Clare Smith McKnight published, "Citizens Insurance Company of America: A 75 Year History 1915 -1990". Later Citizens Insurance Company built and moved to a new building at 808 North Highlander Way, Howell, Michigan.
View Livingston County Press October 31, 1956 Article (In Library Use Only)
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National Honor Society, Citizens' Mutual Insurance Company, Howell, Michigan, June 1973
These photographs were taken at the "Meet and Greet" for National Honor Society students of Livingston County, sponsored by the Citizens' Mutual Insurance Company, Howell, Michigan, June 1973. The setting is the Holiday Inn of Howell, Michigan. The names of the persons are unknown. The Livingston Daily Press & Argus/image/454925621/?terms=%22National%20Honor%20Society%22&match=1 (in library use only)
Berthold Woodhams, 50 Years with Citizens Mutual Insurance Company, Howell, Michigah, January 6th, 1970.
This collection of photographs were taken on January 6th, 1970 during the celebration of the 50th Anniversary of employment at Citizens Mutual Insurance Company for Berthold Woodhams. The Reception was held in the cafeteria of Citizens Mutual Insurance Company. Mr. Woodhams started at Citizens in 1920 as an adjustor. He later was President, and served as Chairman of the Board. Friends and family from Howell and many other cities across the state came to celebrate this Anniversary. In Photograph, 0036, Mr. and Mrs. Berthold Woodhams are featured. They are also seen in many of the other photographs, including a reception line. The names of the other people are unknown. View Livingston County Press January 14, 1970 Article (In Library Use Only)
Howell Electric Motors Company, Howell, Michigan, 1962
This group of photographs were taken at a party held by Howell Electric Motors Company, Electric Apparatus, Howell, Michigan, 1962. The location of the party and the names of the persons in the photographs are unknown.
"Old Timer's Party" , Howell Electric Motors, Company, Howell, Michigan, 1950
This is a photograph taken at the 1950 "Old Timer's Party" , Howell Electric Motors, Company, Electric Apparatus, Howell, Michigan. The company held an annual banquet and service recognition party. The location, exact date, and names of the persons in the picture are unknown.
Electric Apparatus, 401 Roosevelt Street, Howell, Michigan, 1980
These are photographs of the worker strike at Electric Apparatus, UAW Local 568, Strike of Workers, 1980. Electric Apparatus was the maker of Howell Red Band Motors, and was formerly named Howell Motors Company. Located at 401 Roosevelt Street, Howell, Michigan, these pictures show picketing workers. The names of the workers or the exact date of the picket are unknown.
McPherson Family Gathering, Howell, Michigan - 1880
A photo of a McPherson family gathering in 1880. Top Row: Edward, Mary, William Jr., Ella, Alexander. Sitting: Martin, Isabella, William Sr., Elizabeth.
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McPherson Memorial Hospital Banquet at Howell Armory, Howell, Michigan, April 2, 1955
This is a photograph from the April 2, 1955 "victory dinner" when the non-profit corporation for the purpose of raising funds for the construction of a new hospital facility met their goal of $698,736. Robert Akin was the general chairman of the Hospital Development Committee. According to the 1988 Annual Report of McPherson Hospital, Howell, Michigan, with matching federal funds, this fundraising campaign enabled planners to go ahead with their plans to build a 75 bed hospital at a cost of $1,267,000. The location of the banquet was at the Howell Armory. The persons in the photographs are unknown.
Fowlerville Lumber Company, Livingston County Home Show, 1983
These are photographs of the booth for Fowlerville Lumber Company, Livingston County Home Show, 1983. Tom Zimmerman at center in brown shirt. Ed and Lynn Zimmerman owned the business and Tom was Lynn's son. Fowlerville Lumber Company, 110 North Ann Street, Fowlerville, Michigan.
Tornado Damage, Fowlerville, Michigan - May 15, 1909
For more information view the Mastodons to Manufacturers: A History of Fowlerville, Michigan in the Local History Room. View the Livingston Republican May 19, 1909 edition, articles Six Miles of Devastation In Livingston County and Cyclone Losses Paid (links work in the library or if you have newspapers.com subscription)