Howell Michigan, West Grand River Avenue, First Traffic Light
Item
Title
Howell Michigan, West Grand River Avenue, First Traffic Light
Description
This is a photograph of the first traffic light in downtown, Howell, Michigan. The view is of the traffic signal and West Grand River Avenue. The location of the traffic light was Grand River Avenue and Michigan Avenue (previously known as East Street - 1895- and Division Street, 1915). Today, it is known as the Main Four.
The exact date of the installation of the traffic light is unknown. There is a mix of old cars and horses and buggies in this photograph. It appears that there is a band marching in the street. The Presbyterian Church peaks are visible in the far background.
The exact date of the installation of the traffic light is unknown. There is a mix of old cars and horses and buggies in this photograph. It appears that there is a band marching in the street. The Presbyterian Church peaks are visible in the far background.
Subject
Traffic signs and signals
Rights
Format
image/jpeg
Type
Image
Rights Note
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Original Format
film negative
Collection
Citation
“Howell Michigan, West Grand River Avenue, First Traffic Light,” Howell Area Archives Digital Archive, accessed April 26, 2024, https://archives.howelllibrary.org/items/show/9338.