Published In:
Ann Arbor News, February 7, 1956
Caption:
SCION OF WASHINGTON ELM REVEALED ON BEAL PROPERTY: This tree was planted beside the home of the late Junius E. Beal from a cutting of the original elm tree planted by George Washington in the nation's capital, according to an Ann Arbor forester, Walter S. Wickliffe. A new public library is scheduled to be built on the same property at E. William St. and S. Fifth Ave.

Published In:
Ann Arbor News, March 2, 1956
Caption:
FIRST OF THE SEASON: This clump of crocuses on the south side of the Beal residence, 343 S. Fifth Ave., sprang into bloom under the warming influence of yesterday's sunny skies and 55-degree temperature. They were the season's first blossoms reported to The News, and their tidings of approaching spring were glad indeed.

Published In:
Ann Arbor News, March 17, 1958
Caption:
In Natural Setting: Although the Ann Arbor Public Library is located in a downtown area at S. Fifth Ave. and E. William St., the inclusion of planting gardens on two levels provides a natural setting for the trim brick structure. The location is the site of the former Junius Beal home, for years an Ann Arbor landmark.

Published In:
Ann Arbor News, February 11, 1956
Caption:
Much the Same: The exterior of the Beal home has not been altered greatly since its construction in about 1860. It is one of this city's best known downtown landmarks.