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Locomotive Engine No. 901

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Left side view of Chicago,Milwaukee & St. Paul Railway locomotive engine no. 901, class J2, built by Borrks Locomotive Works in 1887. Engineer Jake Rhyner is leaning on the step, fireman Julius Wilman sits in the cab, and switchman Richard Allen stands in front with a pipe in his mouth.

Date Created:
circa 1890-1899

Publication Information

Date Created circa 1890-1899

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 25 x 14 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Subject albums, 1753?-1990? (bulk circa 1850s-circa 1950s)
Call Number Album 36.21

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013JA9
Legacy ID
WHi 84637

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