Close-up view of framework of Main Library, Detroit Public Library during construction, showing first floor. Printed on front: "No. 8. Taken Nov-5-17. Detroit Public Library bldg. Showing first floor. Cass Gilbert, architects. Geo. A. Fuller Co., builders. Chas. R. Messinger, photographer." Stamped on back: "Charles R. Messinger, commercial photographer, 1646 Woodward Ave., Detroit, Mich., Market 6298."
