Suyematsu family collection, 1918, 1935 - 2009.

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Suyematsu family collection, 1918, 1935 - 2009.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/759121474

Collection consists of correspondence, various papers, and family history materials. Many personal letters are included. The collection highlights the achievements and activities of the Suyematsu children. Of particular note are letters from Toshiro Suyematsu during World War II.

.5 cubic ft.

Wyoming, State Archives and Historical Department

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SNAC Resource ID: 8146437

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Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad Company

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Incorporated in 1864 under the laws of the state of Illinois, the company operated a line between western Chicago and Burlington, Iowa. From the description of Corporate records, 1901-1968. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 313865953 Incorporated in 1864 under the laws of the state of Illinois, the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad Company operated a line between western Chicago and Burlington, Iowa. From the guide to the Corporate records., 1882, 1901-1968....

Suyematsu, Ben

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Suyematsu, Toshiro, 1918-1994

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Suyematsu family.

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Ben Suyematsu and his family left California in 1919 and moved to Wyoming. He worked for the C.B. & Q (Chicago, Burlington & Quincy) Railroad, employment that eventually led to a job in Casper. He left the C.B. & Q during the national railroad strike of 1922, and opened a shoe repair shop in Casper that he operated for many years. The Suyematsu's children, Toshiro (Tosh), King, Sawa, Kiyo, and Taro, were recognized for various achievements and their talents in the areas of military s...