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Grace Shackman is an author, educator, and former Washtenaw County Commissioner. But she's probably best known as a local historian and a long-time contributor to the Ann Arbor Observer, where she has dug into many fascinating topics of local and regional history. Grace tells us about how she became involved in politics, her research process, and how her interests spurred her beyond her shy nature.
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Exterior Of Newly Constructed Geddes Apartments - 1336 Geddes Avenue, November 1957 Photographer: Doug Fulton

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1957
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Ann Arbor News, November 30, 1957
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BUILT ON STILTS: Some of the 10 stilt-type pillars that support this three-story, $202,000 Geddes Apartments building at 1336 Geddes Ave. are clearly seen. The building was designed by local architect James H. Livingston, who was faced with providing off-street parking for tenants' cars on the 130x62-foot lot.
Ann Arbor News, November 30, 1957
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BUILT ON STILTS: Some of the 10 stilt-type pillars that support this three-story, $202,000 Geddes Apartments building at 1336 Geddes Ave. are clearly seen. The building was designed by local architect James H. Livingston, who was faced with providing off-street parking for tenants' cars on the 130x62-foot lot.
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Exterior Of Newly Constructed Geddes Apartments - 1336 Geddes Avenue, November 1957 Photographer: Doug Fulton

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Exterior Of Newly Constructed Geddes Apartments - 1336 Geddes Avenue, November 1957 Photographer: Doug Fulton

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Interior Of Newly Constructed Geddes Apartments - View Out Balcony Window, November 1957 Photographer: Doug Fulton

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1957
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Ann Arbor News, November 30, 1957
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OPENS ONTO BALCONY: This floor-to-ceiling paned doorway opens onto a balcony giving the tenants a clear view, plenty of natural light and a place for outdoor eating and resting during pleasant weather.
Ann Arbor News, November 30, 1957
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OPENS ONTO BALCONY: This floor-to-ceiling paned doorway opens onto a balcony giving the tenants a clear view, plenty of natural light and a place for outdoor eating and resting during pleasant weather.
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Interior Of Newly Constructed Geddes Apartments - Kitchen, November 1957 Photographer: Doug Fulton

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1957
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Ann Arbor News, November 30, 1957
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AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER: University coed Martha M. Smith operates a built-in dishwasher in this efficiency kitchen. It can be closed off from the living room by a bamboo-type separator.
Ann Arbor News, November 30, 1957
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AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER: University coed Martha M. Smith operates a built-in dishwasher in this efficiency kitchen. It can be closed off from the living room by a bamboo-type separator.
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Interior Of Newly Constructed Geddes Apartments - Staircase, November 1957 Photographer: Doug Fulton

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1957
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Ann Arbor News, November 30, 1957
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TWO-LEVEL UNIT: The staircase leads to below-the-ground bedrooms in this apartment. Open planning here is highlighted by the bookcase that opens onto one of three bedrooms. Mahogany paneling is used here and on single walls in the other units.
Ann Arbor News, November 30, 1957
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TWO-LEVEL UNIT: The staircase leads to below-the-ground bedrooms in this apartment. Open planning here is highlighted by the bookcase that opens onto one of three bedrooms. Mahogany paneling is used here and on single walls in the other units.
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Interior Of Newly Constructed Geddes Apartments - Living Room, November 1957 Photographer: Doug Fulton

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1957
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Ann Arbor News, November 30, 1957
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CONTEMPORARY FURNISHINGS: Similar furnishings in the nine apartments are of contemporary design. Each has a different color decor. The plastic bubble-type fixture (above) is one of a type used in all units and the hallway to give a sculptured effect.
Ann Arbor News, November 30, 1957
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CONTEMPORARY FURNISHINGS: Similar furnishings in the nine apartments are of contemporary design. Each has a different color decor. The plastic bubble-type fixture (above) is one of a type used in all units and the hallway to give a sculptured effect.
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Interior Of Newly Constructed Geddes Apartments - Living Room, November 1957 Photographer: Doug Fulton

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1957
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Nine-Unit Geddes Apartment House Built On Stilts

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