Digital Collection
2009.019.363

Print, Photographic

Black and white photograph depicting the Majestic Building prior to demolition; intersection of Michigan Avenue and Woodward. The wrecking crew, "Arrow Wrecking Inc. Demolition Engineers," is noted on the facade of the building. A "Detroit and Out of Town Newspapers" stand conducts business outside the building. Pedestrians move along the sidewalk; bus and automobile traffic populates the thoroughfare. Bond Clothiers is adjacent to the intersection; and J.L. Hudson's is visible in the background. Written on verso, "Majestic Bldg before demolition, Michigan Ave at Woodward, Taken 7-23-61, 11:00 AM, Joe Biringer, 7741 Wisconsin, Dearborn, Silhouette C.C."

Date
1961
Collection
Print Size
8.00" x 9.9375"
Creator
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