November 08, 2016

11 historical photos from elections past in Detroit

By Metro Times Staff

 

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Former Michigan Governor and gubernatorial candidate Harry F. Kelly and his wife Anne vote.
Former Michigan Governor and gubernatorial candidate Harry F. Kelly and his wife Anne vote.
Detroiters getting ready for upcoming election.
Detroiters getting ready for upcoming election.
11 historical photos from elections past in Detroit
Floyd Ross taking ballot boxes to be delivered to police patrols.
Floyd Ross taking ballot boxes to be delivered to police patrols.
Crowds waiting to vote.
Crowds waiting to vote.
11 historical photos from elections past in Detroit
11 historical photos from elections past in Detroit
Floyd Ross taking ballot boxes to be delivered to police patrols.
Floyd Ross taking ballot boxes to be delivered to police patrols.
Detroiters registering to vote.
Detroiters registering to vote.
Voting booths.
Voting booths.

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