Description: The Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific Railroad, also known as the "Rock Island" and "The Rock", was a major mid-western US railroad company from its early days in 1852 until the company was liquidated in bankruptcy in 1980. Serving the states of Arkansas, Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, and Texas, the Rock Island was once a prosperous freight and passenger carrier, as well as providing commuter services in the greater Chicago area. For auction is an employee pass from the Rock Island for the year 1929. It was issued to the dependent of an employee of the Big 4 Railroad (Cleveland, Cincinnati, Chicago & St. Louis). 1929 Chicago Rock Island & Pacific Railroad pass - Big 4 Railroad CCC&StL Click images to enlarge Description The Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific Railroad, also known as the "Rock Island" and "The Rock", was a major mid-western US railroad company from its early days in 1852 until the company was liquidated in bankruptcy in 1980. Serving the states of Arkansas, Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, and Texas, the Rock Island was once a prosperous freight and passenger carrier, as well as providing commuter services in the greater Chicago area. It had strong competition from other railroads and, despite several attempts at merger/acquisition, the Rock Island failed to secure a partner; the Union Pacific (UP) had planned to acquire the Rock Island, but the deterioration of its physical plant caused the UP to back away. This ultimately forced the Rock Island to shut down and begin the liquidation of its engines, equipment and track; ironically, the UP ended up with the largest share of the Rock Island assets. Several railroads other than the UP today operate portions of the Rock Island trackage. For auction is an employee pass from the Rock Island for the year 1929. It was issued to the dependent of an employee of the Big 4 Railroad (Cleveland, Cincinnati, Chicago & St. Louis). The pass measures appx 4 x 2 1/2 inches and is printed on medium-weight cardstock. It is in very good condition, with no rips, tears, writing or markings. Some Rock Island railfan will appreciate having this item in his/her collection. Pictures sell! Auctiva offers Free Image Hosting and Editing.300+ Listing Templates! Auctiva gets you noticed! The complete eBay Selling Solution. Track Page Views WithAuctiva's Counter
Price: 12 USD
Location: Alexandria, Virginia
End Time: 2025-02-08T18:27:42.000Z
Shipping Cost: 4.22 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Year: 1929
