Railway and locomotive historical societies : album, 1940-1958.

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Railway and locomotive historical societies : album, 1940-1958.

Society newsletters and magazines, rail excursion flyers, excursion photographs, news clippings, announcements, time tables, ticket stubs, map, etc.

1 linear ft. (1 manuscript box and 1 print box)

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California-Nevada Railroad Historical Society

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