multimodal commuter
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Fitting brakes will be problematic. Smaller wheels means longer brakes, possibly so long that it's not an option. You might be better off with a MTB frame, since it's built for that wheel size, or a cruiser type bike built for 26" wheels.
By an odd coincidence yesterday I rescued a bike from the trash, which is a Free Spirit from the late 70's or so. It has a lugged frame, 10 speed gearing, cotterless crank, and takes 26" wheels. 26" as in MTB wheels, that is, not the larger three-speed size wheels. PM me if you want it.