Report of the Chicago North Shore and Milwaukee Railroad
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The 1920 annual report of the North Shore Line.
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Description
In operation between 1916 and 1963, the Chicago North Shore and Milwaukee Railroad was an electric railway that provided regular passenger and freight service between the eponymous cities along the shore of Lake Michigan.
This is an annual report for 1920 and includes a fold-out map highlighting the company routes and station locations. The text makes for an interesting read; detailing operations, finances, construction, and more.
One notable excerpt reads, “The new equipment which was purchased in 1919 was delayed on account of strikes and difficulty in procuring material and was finally received…”
Map Details
Publication Date: 1921
Author: Chicago North Shore and Milwaukee Railroad
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Condition: A-
Condition Description: 16 pp. booklet, 6" x 9", with stapled bindings and blue paper covers. Light spotting across the top of bottom of the page, consistent with age, and a bit of rusting from the staples. The two center sheets are coming loose, but remain attached. Includes a fold out map, 11.5" x 7.9", creased but otherwise near fine.
$90.00
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