So, where did the Alger Heights Neighborhood get its name?

I always wondered where the Alger Heights Neighborhood in the South East Side Grand Rapids, Michigan got its name.

So, I did some research and realized that it was named after Russell Alexander Alger.  Russell Alexander Alger was a Governor of Michigan from 1885 to 1887 and also served Michigan as a US Senator. I have [...]

Alger Heights 2000 U.S. Census Populations Results

I came across this great information on the Community Research Institute Web Site. This is a great site which has census information compiled by the Johnson Center at GVSU. Take a look at there site for more Alger Heights Neighborhood Statistics.
Then when you’re thinking about seaching for a homes in the Alger Heights Neighborhood of Grand Rapids [...]