Double-decker buses--England--London
Piccadilly Circus (London, England)
London Pavilion (London, England)
Black and white photograph of a double-decker bus traveling on the northeast side of Piccadilly Circus in London, England. In the photograph, the bus is traveling through the intersection of Coventry Street and Haymarket Street, while the entrance to the London Pavilion can be seen in the background. Scanned from the negative.
Gilbert, Douglas R.
Douglas R. Gilbert papers (RHC-183)
Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. Lemmen Library and Archives
In Copyright
Grand Rapids (Mich.)
Outdoor recreation
Boats and boating
Two male teammates in a canoe, racing. Shoreline with trees in the background.
Grand Rapids Boat and Canoe Club
Grand Rapids Boat and Canoe Club scrapbooks (RHC-54)
No Known Copyright
Doublestein, Gary L (Interview outline and video), 2017
Oral history
Veterans History Project (U.S.)
United States--History, Military
Veterans
Video recordings
Vietnam War, 1961-1975--Personal narratives, American
Iraq War, 2003-2011--Personal narratives, American
Afghan War, 2001--Personal narratives, American
United States. Army
United States. Navy
Gary Doublestein was born on November 15, 1952, in Plainwell, Michigan. In early 1970 he enlisted in the Navy, and in June reported for basic training at Naval Training Center San Diego, California. He went to Hospital Corps School at Balboa Naval Hospital in San Diego, and was then stationed at Camp Pendleton, California. Gary stayed at Camp Pendleton for a year and was then assigned to the USS Kitty Hawk. His first cruise on the Kitty Hawk lasted from April 1972 to November 1972. In that first cruise, he witnessed combat flights into Vietnam as well as a mutiny on the ship. He returned to the United States and was stationed at Naval Air Station Miramar, California, until he rejoined the Kitty Hawk. His second cruise lasted from November 1973 to June 1974 and he was aboard ship when one of the engine rooms exploded. He left the Navy in June 1974, and enlisted in the Air Force in the late 1970s (c. 1978) to pay for medical school. He was stationed at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, for three years and resigned his commission in 1991. In 2003, he enlisted in the Army Reserve. He served at Fort Wainwright, Alaska, in 2005
and his final deployment was in Kandahar Province, Afghanistan. He retired from the Army Reserve on November 15, 2012.
Doublestein, Gary L.
Veterans History Project collection, (RHC-27)
Grand Valley State University Libraries. Allendale, Michigan
Clergy--Michigan
Reformed Church in America
Christ Community Church (Spring Lake, Mich.)
Sermons
A sermon given by Richard A. Rhem (Dick) on April 14, 1991 entitled "Doubt - The Other Side of Faith", as part of the series "Easter People", on the occasion of Eastertide III, at Christ Community Church, Spring Lake, MI. Scripture references: John 20: 25, 28.
Richard A. Rhem
Richard A. Rhem - An Archive of Sermons, Prayers, Talks and Stories: http://richardrhem.org/
Doucette, William (Interview outline and video), 2009
Michigan--History, Military
World War, 1939-1945--Personal narratives, American
United States. Army Air Forces
William Doucette first began his military career in the Civilian Military Training Corps at the age of 15. Leaving after two year to find work in Chicago, Doucette eventually came back to join the Aviation Cadet Program. After making it to his Basic Flight Training, Doucette was washed out after a "check flight"during which the instructor had passed out. This eventually led Doucette to go work at an Instrument Training School, until he volunteered for overseas duty. He served as a driver and mechanic in New Guinea and the Philippines.
Doucette, William
Veterans History Project Collection, (RHC-27)
Grand Valley State University – History
College teachers
Universities and colleges – Faculty
Michigan
Grand Valley State University. University Communications
University Communications. Vita Files, 1968-2016 (GV012-03)
Grand Valley State University. Special Collections and University Archives
Doug van Doren audio interview and transcript
Civil rights--Michigan--History
Discrimination
Doug van Doren is a pastor of Plymouth United Church of Christ and he is involved with the community in a number of areas. In this interview he describes experiences of discretionary practices and prejudice toward people of color in the West Michigan area.
Doren, Doug van
Speaking Out: Western Michigan Civil Rights Oral History Project
Douglas - Saugatuck Art and Recreation Center map postcard
Saugatuck (Mich.)
Douglas (Mich.)
Allegan County (Mich.)
Michigan, Lake
Art centers
Recreation centers
Postcards
Kalamazoo River (Mich.)
Black and white postcard of the "Douglas-Saugatuck Michigan Art and Recreation Center," which features a map of the Saugatuck-Douglas area and their proximity to the Kalamazoo River and Lake Michigan. The back of the postcard has no handwriting other than the date "1952."
L. L. Cook Co.
Digital file contributed by Jerri Walsh as part of the Stories of Summer project.
Copyright Undetermined
Douglas and Barbara Gilbert at Home for the Holidays
Gilbert, Douglas R., 1942-
New York (N.Y.)
Holidays (New York, N.Y.)
Holidays & seasonal celebrations
Black-and-white photography
Black and white photograph of Douglas and Barbara Gilbert at home at their New York City apartment during the holiday season. In the photograph, Douglas and Barbara are seated on their living room couch and framed by the candlelight on the coffee table nearby. Scanned from the negative.
Michigan State University
East Lansing (Mich.)
Weddings
Chapels
Black and white photograph of photographer Douglas Gilbert on the day of his wedding to Barbara McDonald at Michigan State University's Alumni Memorial Chapel in East Lansing, Michigan. In the photograph, Douglas is seen gazing out the chapel windows before the wedding ceremony. Scanned from the negative.
Black and white photograph of Barbara McDonald smiling toward her father on the day of her wedding with photographer Douglas Gilbert at Michigan State University's Alumni Memorial Chapel in East Lansing, Michigan. Scanned from the negative.
Black and white photograph of Barbara McDonald on the day of her wedding with photographer Douglas Gilbert at Michigan State University's Alumni Memorial Chapel in East Lansing, Michigan. In the photograph, Barbara is seated and smiling toward the camera before their wedding ceremony. Scanned from the negative.
Black and white photograph of Barbara McDonald on the day of her wedding with photographer Douglas Gilbert at Michigan State University's Alumni Memorial Chapel in East Lansing, Michigan. In the photograph, Barbara is seated and smiling while family members and bridesmaids help her prepare for the upcoming wedding ceremony. Scanned from the negative.
Black and white photograph of photographer Douglas Gilbert and Barbara McDonald's wedding ceremony at Michigan State University's Alumni Memorial Chapel in East Lansing, Michigan. In the photograph, Douglas and Barbara are seen gazing at each other at the alter with the bridesmaids and groomsmen standing by their sides, with the chapel's stained-glass window panes in the background. Scanned from the negative.
Black and white photograph of photographer Douglas Gilbert and Barbara McDonald during their wedding reception at Michigan State University's Alumni Memorial Chapel in East Lansing, Michigan. In the photograph, Douglas and Barbara are smiling while greeting a wedding guest. Scanned from the negative.
Black and white photograph of Barbara McDonald on the day of her wedding with photographer Douglas Gilbert at Michigan State University's Alumni Memorial Chapel in East Lansing, Michigan. In the photograph, Barbara is holding her bouquet of flowers and dressed beautifully with a pearl necklace and a bridal veil. Scanned from the negative.
Allegan County (Mich)
Motels
Gay bars
Photograph of the Douglas Dunes bar located in Douglas, Michigan. The bar is seen at a time when empty without customers and an active nightlife.
Digital file contributed by the Saugatuck Douglas History Center as part of the Stories of Summer project.
Advertising fliers
Gay culture
Advertisement flier for Douglas Dunes resort located off Blue Star Highway in Douglas, Michigan. The flier reads: "Douglas Dunes *Honors All* Bartenders, Waiters, & Bar Owners. Oct. 11, 12 & 13 1982." The flier also includes the prices of rooms and amenities included.
Informational flier for potential guests of the Douglas Dunes resort located just minutes from Lake Michigan in Douglas, Michigan. The letter describes the different amenities offered at Douglas Dunes including an outdoor heated swimming pool, poolside sandwich and bar service, boat rentals, and dining at Sir Douglas. It also describes the area activities for guests and the 1981-1982 Fall and Winter rates.
Gay men
Advertisement for the Douglas Dunes Resort featuring a backside view of a man in his swimsuit with his arms stretched above his head. The illustrated gentleman is standing in front of a pool and there are palm trees in the distance. The flier appears to be in the proofing stage due to the marks and symbols seen in the margins and it is possibly the back cover image for a promotional pamphlet.
Advertisement for the Douglas Dunes Resort featuring an illustrated man in sunglasses and a muscle shirt, drenched in water, looking off to his left and being offered a drink. The flier appears to be in the proofing stage due to the marks and symbols seen in the margins and it is possibly the cover image for a promotional pamphlet.
Pamphlets
Tan and brown colored infromational pamphlet for guests of the Douglas Dunes Resort. The front cover reads "Welcome To...Douglas Dunes Resort, P.O. Box 365/Blue Star Highway Douglas, Michigan, 49406 (616) 857-1401." The guest information details their check-out time, amenities, guest recommendations on clothing and restaurants, and local advertisements for the Saugatuck-Douglas area.
Swimming pools
Automobiles
Black and white photo postcard of Douglas Dunes Resort featuring three outdoor scenes. The first is a picture of the pool, the second below it is of the outdoor patio and dining area, and the bottom photograph is of the parking lot and motel rooms. There is a small border which is decorated with little trees. The postcard is blank aside from the small typed writing in the top left corner which reads: "Douglas Dunes Resort. Deluxe motel, a/c, heated pool, and cable TV. Sir Douglas fine dining, Disco and Patio bars. P.O. Box 365 Douglas, MI 49406. (616) 857-1401."
View of the Douglas Dunes Resort sign located on Blue Star Highway in Douglas, Michigan. The sign reads: "Douglas Dunes Resort and Motel" and "Cafe Sir Douglas. Food, Spirits, Fun." The street can be seen to the left and the sign is nestled among trees and landscaping on the right.