Harry V. Robison papers, 1905-1934.

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Harry V. Robison papers, 1905-1934.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/706073816

Collection contains: correspondence of railroad employee Harry ("Bob") V. Robison with his wife, family and employers. The main topics include his courtship of his wife Alma (née Voge), his daughter Ione, the health and daily life of his family, the nature of his duties as a railroad worker, and speculation about his next post.

1.5 linear feet.

University of Michigan

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SNAC Resource ID: 8033868

University of Michigan

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Robison, Alma.

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Robison, Harry V.

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Harry V. Robison, also known as Bob, worked for the Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul Railway Company in the early 20th century, moving frequently to different locations. He married Alma Voge in 1918 and had a daughter Ione ("Tiddy") Robison. From the description of Harry V. Robison papers, 1905-1934. (University of Michigan). WorldCat record id: 706073816 ...

Chicago, Milwaukee, and St. Paul Railway Company

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In 1912, the Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul Railway announced its decision to operate on hydroelectric power. Hydroelectric power or electrification was a highly cost-efficient power source and companies throughout the U.S. converted their steam-powered engines to it. The Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul Railway began its electrification project on the 113-mile stretch between Three Forks and Deer Lodge, Montana. The General Electric Company submitted a proposal to design the locomotives, as wel...

Elgin, Joliet and Eastern Railway

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Robison, Ione.

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