Description: The Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific Railroad, also known as the "Rock Island" and "The Rock", was a major mid-western US railroad company from its early days in 1852 until the company was liquidated in bankruptcy in 1980. For auction is an employee pass from the Rock Island for the year 1896. It was issued to an officer of the Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Railroad. 1896 Chicago Rock Island & Pacific Railroad pass -Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Click images to enlarge Description The Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific Railroad, also known as the "Rock Island" and "The Rock", was a major mid-western US railroad company from its early days in 1852 until the company was liquidated in bankruptcy in 1980. Serving the states of Arkansas, Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, and Texas, the Rock Island was once a prosperous freight and passenger carrier, as well as providing commuter services in the greater Chicago area. It had strong competition from other railroads and, despite several attempts at merger/acquisition, the Rock Island failed to secure a partner; the Union Pacific (UP) had planned to acquire the Rock Island, but the deterioration of its physical plant caused the UP to back away. This ultimately forced the Rock Island to shut down and begin the liquidation of its engines, equipment and track; ironically, the UP ended up with the largest share of the Rock Island assets. Several railroads other than the UP today operate portions of the Rock Island trackage. For auction is an employee pass from the Rock Island for the year 1896. It was issued to an officer of the Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Railroad. The pass, which measures appx 4 x 2 1/2 inches, is printed on thick cardstock. It is in excellent condition, even though it is over 125 years old, with no rips or tears. All writing/markings are from its issuance and use. A nice item for the Rock Island collector. Images sell! Get Supersized Images & Free Image HostingCreate your brand with Auctiva's Customizable Templates. Attention Sellers - Get Templates Image Hosting, Scheduling at Auctiva.com. Track Page Views WithAuctiva's Counter
Price: 40 USD
Location: Alexandria, Virginia
End Time: 2024-12-09T16:02:35.000Z
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Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
