View of framework of Main Library, Detroit Public Library during construction. Crane on construction site. Printed on front: "No. 140. Taken June 4-15. Detroit Public Library bldg. Looking north. Cass Gilbert, architect. Irwin & Leighton, builders." Stamped on back: "Charles Ruel Messinger, commercial photographer, 1646 Woodward Ave., Detroit, Mich., phone North 6298."
