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Record #:
8_09
Title: John C. Lodge wins the most spirited city election of a decade as a climax to a long and distinguished career as a public official.
Date: 1927
Description: John C. Lodge wins the most spirited city election of a decade as a climax to a long and distinguished career as a public official. Graham McDowell was glad to see Mr. Lodge win.
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Title: John C. Lodge wins the most spirited city election of a decade as a climax to a long and distinguished career as a public official.
Date: 1927
Description: John C. Lodge wins the most spirited city election of a decade as a climax to a long and distinguished career as a public official. Graham McDowell was glad to see Mr. Lodge win.
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Record #:
8_10
Title: Minnesota beats U of M. Overhead shots of the stadium and band shown.
Date: 1927
Description: Minnesota beats U of M. Overhead shots of the stadium and band shown. A 35 yard pass from Pucklewartz to Oosterbaan resulted in Michigan’s first touchdown.
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Title: Minnesota beats U of M. Overhead shots of the stadium and band shown.
Date: 1927
Description: Minnesota beats U of M. Overhead shots of the stadium and band shown. A 35 yard pass from Pucklewartz to Oosterbaan resulted in Michigan’s first touchdown.
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Record #:
8_11
Title: Detroit new art institute opens.
Date: 1927
Description: Detroit new art institute opens. Prayer, music, eulogy mark dedication of beautiful new edifice on Woodward Avenue. Shots of people entering the building. Artist Gari Melchers stands near his Last Supper painting.
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Title: Detroit new art institute opens.
Date: 1927
Description: Detroit new art institute opens. Prayer, music, eulogy mark dedication of beautiful new edifice on Woodward Avenue. Shots of people entering the building. Artist Gari Melchers stands near his Last Supper painting.
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Record #:
8_12
Title: Eleanor Torrey breaks a bottle over the bow of a new cruiser built by Gar Wood for Dr. H.N. Torrey.
Date: 1927
Description: Eleanor Torrey breaks a bottle over the bow of a new cruiser built by Gar Wood for Dr. H.N. Torrey. The boat is equipped with two Liberty motors.
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Title: Eleanor Torrey breaks a bottle over the bow of a new cruiser built by Gar Wood for Dr. H.N. Torrey.
Date: 1927
Description: Eleanor Torrey breaks a bottle over the bow of a new cruiser built by Gar Wood for Dr. H.N. Torrey. The boat is equipped with two Liberty motors.
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Record #:
8_13
Title: Clarence Chamberlin accompanied by Mrs. Chamberlin, Miss Thea Rasche and George Byrne visit Ford Airport.
Date: 1927
Description: Clarence Chamberlin accompanied by Mrs. Chamberlin, Miss Thea Rasche and George Byrne visit Ford Airport.
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Title: Clarence Chamberlin accompanied by Mrs. Chamberlin, Miss Thea Rasche and George Byrne visit Ford Airport.
Date: 1927
Description: Clarence Chamberlin accompanied by Mrs. Chamberlin, Miss Thea Rasche and George Byrne visit Ford Airport.
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Record #:
8_14
Title: U of M beats Navy at Michigan Stadium, Ann Arbor. Notables in attendance include Maj. Thomas G. Lanphier and Governor Green.
Date: 1927
Description: U of M beats Navy at Michigan Stadium, Ann Arbor. Notables in attendance include Maj. Thomas G. Lanphier and Governor Green.
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Title: U of M beats Navy at Michigan Stadium, Ann Arbor. Notables in attendance include Maj. Thomas G. Lanphier and Governor Green.
Date: 1927
Description: U of M beats Navy at Michigan Stadium, Ann Arbor. Notables in attendance include Maj. Thomas G. Lanphier and Governor Green.
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Record #:
8_15
Title: U of M beats Chicago. Wolverines defeat Maroons before 57,000 spectators at Stagg Field Chicago.
Date: 1927
Description: U of M beats Chicago. Wolverines defeat Maroons before 57,000 spectators at Stagg Field Chicago. Bands played at halftime.
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Title: U of M beats Chicago. Wolverines defeat Maroons before 57,000 spectators at Stagg Field Chicago.
Date: 1927
Description: U of M beats Chicago. Wolverines defeat Maroons before 57,000 spectators at Stagg Field Chicago. Bands played at halftime.
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Record #:
8_16
Title: U of D beats S. Dakota.
Date: 1927
Description: U of D beats S. Dakota. Manlius Military Academy beats U of D. Coach Fielding H. Yost and W. Heston watch their sons play.
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Title: U of D beats S. Dakota.
Date: 1927
Description: U of D beats S. Dakota. Manlius Military Academy beats U of D. Coach Fielding H. Yost and W. Heston watch their sons play.
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Record #:
8_17
Title: Detroit made boat leaves for 2,500-mile trip to Southern destination. J.W. and W.L. are the pilots.
Date: 1927
Description: Detroit made boat leaves for 2,500-mile trip to Southern destination. J.W. and W.L. are the pilots.
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Title: Detroit made boat leaves for 2,500-mile trip to Southern destination. J.W. and W.L. are the pilots.
Date: 1927
Description: Detroit made boat leaves for 2,500-mile trip to Southern destination. J.W. and W.L. are the pilots.
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Record #:
8_18
Title: Oosterbaan is honored by his home city, Muskegon, when fans present him with floral piece.
Date: 1927
Description: Oosterbaan is honored by his home city, Muskegon, when fans present him with floral piece. Frank Harrigan congratulates Bennie.
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Title: Oosterbaan is honored by his home city, Muskegon, when fans present him with floral piece.
Date: 1927
Description: Oosterbaan is honored by his home city, Muskegon, when fans present him with floral piece. Frank Harrigan congratulates Bennie.
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Record #:
8_19
Title: Members of Clinton Valley Country Club hold Masquerade Party on the course.
Date: 1927
Description: Members of Clinton Valley Country Club hold Masquerade Party on the course. Shots of teeing off, caught in sand trap and fishing ball out of the water.
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Title: Members of Clinton Valley Country Club hold Masquerade Party on the course.
Date: 1927
Description: Members of Clinton Valley Country Club hold Masquerade Party on the course. Shots of teeing off, caught in sand trap and fishing ball out of the water.
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Record #:
8_20
Title: Mayor John C. Lodge arrives at booth in his district, as ballots are unwrapped and is given the first one.
Date: 1927
Description: Mayor John C. Lodge arrives at booth in his district, as ballots are unwrapped and is given the first one. Afterwards he left for City Hall.
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Title: Mayor John C. Lodge arrives at booth in his district, as ballots are unwrapped and is given the first one.
Date: 1927
Description: Mayor John C. Lodge arrives at booth in his district, as ballots are unwrapped and is given the first one. Afterwards he left for City Hall.
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Record #:
8_21
Title: John C. Lodge sworn into office at City Hall by Richard W. Reading, Election Commissioner.
Date: 1927
Description: John C. Lodge sworn into office at City Hall by Richard W. Reading, Election Commissioner. John C. Nagel President of Council is also sworn in.
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Title: John C. Lodge sworn into office at City Hall by Richard W. Reading, Election Commissioner.
Date: 1927
Description: John C. Lodge sworn into office at City Hall by Richard W. Reading, Election Commissioner. John C. Nagel President of Council is also sworn in.
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Record #:
8_22
Title: Santa Claus stars in a circus parade along with Mother Goose, Robinson Crusoe and other favorites.
Date: 1927
Description: Santa Claus stars in a circus parade along with Mother Goose, Robinson Crusoe and other favorites.
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Title: Santa Claus stars in a circus parade along with Mother Goose, Robinson Crusoe and other favorites.
Date: 1927
Description: Santa Claus stars in a circus parade along with Mother Goose, Robinson Crusoe and other favorites.
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Record #:
8_23
Title: Coach Tad Weinman bidding goodbye to the seniors leaving the team.
Date: 1927
Description: Coach Tad Weinman bidding goodbye to the seniors leaving the team. Louis Gilbert and Benny Oosterbaan are two who have played their last college game.
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Title: Coach Tad Weinman bidding goodbye to the seniors leaving the team.
Date: 1927
Description: Coach Tad Weinman bidding goodbye to the seniors leaving the team. Louis Gilbert and Benny Oosterbaan are two who have played their last college game.
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