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This is an easterly view down Monroe (now Monroe Center) towards Campau Square, which is the area of Canal (now Monroe Avenue).

This image is a view of Canal Street (now Monroe Avenue) looking north from the intersection of Pearl and Canal. Sweet's Hotel is on the left. Buildings and street cars are visible in this image. This was originally used in an 1890's City of Grand…

This is a stereograph of Campau Square and the Centennial Arch for the July 4th, 1876 celebration. The image is from O.W. Horton, Photographer.

This is an image of the Division Ave S street widening project near the Hotel Herkimer. The view is north towards the Cathedral of Saint Andrew.

This is a view of Grab Corners, which is also known as Campau Square. The road had an "S curve" until 1873 when Monroe and Canal were connected by a straightened road.

This is a view of the Grand Rapids Show Case Company. This image shows a blow pipe connecting the two factory buildings.

A view of the Houseman and Jones Clothing Company located at 140 Monroe in downtown Grand Rapids.

This is a view of the Ladies' Literary Club located at 61 Sheldon Avenue.

This is an easterly view of Michigan Street from the intersection of Monroe Avenue. Automobiles and people can be seen on the street.

This is a view east from Campau Square looking down Monroe, which is now Monroe Center. McKay Tower is on the left and you can see automobiles and streetcars.