Hidden History of Grand Rapids
Ellis, Matthew A
More than two centuries of overlooked history flow through Grand Rapids like the river for which it is named. The first city surveyor dabbled in sâeances while platting out neighborhoods and streets. When a river dredging project left a mountain of stone tormenting residents, the ordeal pitted them against city leaders. Humane society agents uncovered horrendous conditions at the city pound and successfully brought about reform and much better...