Willard Bloemendal : Grand Haven physician.

Dr. Willard Bloemendal recalls his career as both physician and bank director during, between, and after World War I and II in Grand Haven, Michigan. Willard was born on May 28, 1901 in Chicago. He grew up in Holland, Michigan and attended Hope College. On June 8, 1928, he opened his doctor's off...

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Bibliographic Details
Corporate Author:	Tri-Cities Historical Museum (Grand Haven, Mich.)
Other Authors:	Bloemendal, Willard B., 1901-1995 Depres, Jennifer (Interviewer)
Language:	English
Published:	Grand Haven : Tri-Cities Historical Museum, 1989.
Series:	Tri-Cities Historical Museum Oral History Project
Subjects:	Bloemendal, Willard B., > 1901-1995 > Interviews. Grand Haven (Mich.) > History. Oral histories (literary works)
Genre:	Interviews. Oral histories (literary works)
Online Access:	Listen to sound recording - All users (Michigan State University Libraries)
Physical Description:	1 electronic audio file (67 min.) : digital, WAV, MP3 files.
Format:	Electronic CD Audio

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Summary:	Dr. Willard Bloemendal recalls his career as both physician and bank director during, between, and after World War I and II in Grand Haven, Michigan. Willard was born on May 28, 1901 in Chicago. He grew up in Holland, Michigan and attended Hope College. On June 8, 1928, he opened his doctor's office in Grand Haven and served as County Coroner from 1934-1942. He gives a detailed description of early medical practice in the area and recalls the Elizabeth Hatton Memorial Hospital and the Municipal Hospital. In addition, Willard shares many stories about his life, including how he met his wife at Hope College, his community involvement, the Depression, and the First Presbyterian Church.
Note:	Title supplied. Electronic resource.
Call Number:	Voice 13968
System Details:	Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Participant or Performer:	Interviewer, Jennifer Depres.