The Fairbairn rises about 1923

Photo from an old trade publication; Retouching by Helmut Ziewers

One of the only photos of the Hotel Fairbairn, from the 1940s.

Burton Historical Collection, Detroit Public Library; Retouching by Helmut Ziewers

The Fairbairn

From an advertising brochure.

The twin bedroom.

From an advertising brochure.

The lounge

From an advertising brochure.

The one-room bedrooms.

From an advertising brochure.

The lobby and office.

From an advertising brochure.