Walter Jarocki Photographs 1937, 1948 and 1952-1958

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Walter Jarocki Photographs 1937, 1948 and 1952-1958

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Hamtramck, Michigan, commercial photographer who took photographs for the city during the administration of Mayor Albert J. Zak in the 1950s. Photonegatives of public work projects (such as laying of sidewalks), ceremonial functions (such as Christmas displays on city streets), and some political activities. The collection also includes views of the city, its downtown area, residential streets and alleyways behind residences. There are two photographs of Frank Murphy (ca. 1937) and Harry Truman (ca. 1948) visiting Hamtramck.

1 envelope and ca. 500 photonegatives (in 1 box).

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Bentley Historical Library

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Bentley Historical Library

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