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'Electro Motive' Train

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A man in a suit and hat is standing on the side of a train engine in a train yard. Railroad employees can be seen in and on the train, and a group of men are on the railroad tracks in the distance. Railroad cars are along the set of tracks behind the train.

Date Created:
1940
Creator:
Taylor, J. Robert

Publication Information

Creator Taylor, J. Robert
Date Created 1940

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 13 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection J. Robert Taylor photographs, 1898-1930
Call Number (T35)103

Copyright Information

Copyright Status IN COPYRIGHT
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Rights Holder Journal Sentinel, Incorporated; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0131BI
Legacy ID
WHi 56036

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