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Lake Calumet Squatters Get Eviction NoticesPhotograph of newspaper article about Calumet Lakeside Sports Club and squatter at time of harbor development. Undated. Subject: Lake_Calumet; Format: Printed Materials -- Periodicals |
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Lake Calumet World's Fair Cartoon 1984Cartoon from Chicago Sun-Times, dated Wednesday, March 28, 1984 about the proposal to host a World's Fair at Lake Calumet. Subject: Lake_Calumet; Format: Printed Materials - Publications |
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Lake VistaLooking south towards Lake Vista, with the Administration Building, Hotel Florence, Arcade Building and Train Station ca 1885 Subject: Pullman_Train_Station; Pullman_Views; Administration_Building; Arcade_Building; Hotel_Florence_--_Exterior; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Lake Vista and FactoryLake Vista in front of Pullman Administration Building. Probably about 1895, this view, created by combining two adjacent views by Wylie Dennison, was created in the Chicago Historical Society darkroom by Paul Petraitis. Subject: Factory_Site; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Landmark Decision - Demolition of Historic Pullman Sewage RevervoirArticle regarding demolishion of Pullman Water Tower site. Subject: ; Pullman_1998_Factory_Fire; Format: Printed Materials -- Periodicals |
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Landmark Designation for PullmanNewspaper article regarding landmark designation. Picture of Cindy McMahon & Robert W. Fioretti, HPF president & VP, David Bahlman-ED of Landmarks Preservation Council of IL, Emil Jones-State Senator, Thomas Dart-State Rep. Subject: Pullman_(General); Pullman_Landmark; Pullman_People; Format: Printed Materials -- Periodicals |
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Landmark mansion empty nowNewspaper article relating to the death of Hegeler-Carus patriach - Alwin Carus - Nov. 18, 2004. Subject: Preservation/_Architecture_(General); Format: Printed Materials -- Periodicals |
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Langley Avenue Looking NorthLangley Avenue shortly after construction of three-story residential units, showing wooden sidewalks. View north from 114th Street, c1885, Subject: Pullman_Town; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Large Coach Study TracingLarge tracing of vestibule steps, center steps, & a section showing seating arrgt. Subject: Reference; Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Printed Materials - Other |
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Lay Corner Stone of Pullman Free Manual Training School - Pullman Hope Nears RealityNewspaper clipping, publication and date unknown. The school opened in 1915. Mrs. Frank O. Lowden (Florence) identified in photograph. Handwritten identification noted of others in the image. Subject: Pullman_Family; Pullman_Schools; Format: Printed Materials -- Periodicals |
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Layers of History, but an Uncertain Future"Fresh efforts afoot to revitalize Chicago's Pullman area". Subject: Administration_Building; Factory_Site; Pullman_(General); Pullman_1998_Factory_Fire; Format: Printed Materials -- Periodicals |
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Ledger BookPartially filled out ledger book for unidentified railroad? company - 1867-1868 Subject: Rail_Travel_-_Other; Format: Printed Materials - Publications |
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Lero LiquorsPlastic cigarette pack holder from Lero Liquors, 449 East 111th Street, Chicago (Roseland). Subject: Roseland_Community; Format: Other Ephemera |
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Lessen's Buffet with motorcycles out frontPostcard of Harley Davidson enthusiasts pose in front of Lessen's Buffet, near Lake Calumet. Predeccessor to Lassen's Tap in Homewood. Subject: Regional; Format: Postcard |
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Let's Go! And Here's How We Get There!1947 Subject: Advertising; Format: Recreational Artifact |
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Letter about Inspectress jobLetter to George Pullman, from Nellie Duryea, regarding job prospects for a Inspectress job asking for his intervention. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter about sale of Woodruff Sleeping Car stockA letter about the possible sale of Woodruff Sleeping Car stock by Doubleday and a letter from Doubleday to Pullman about a meeting to discuss the sale. Subject: ; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter and article regarding land disputeLetter from Lyman & Jackson to George Pullman regarding a dispute over 72 acres of land, along with an article about the land owned by Clark Hollenback. Subject: ; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter and Photographs from Jack KoopmanLetter from "Uncle Jack" J. W. Koopman to H. R. Koopman after he and Aunt Anna had visitied in Pella, Iowa. Sept. 18 1924. Includes photographs taken on that trip. Captions are written on back of each photo. Subject: ; Koopman,_Henry_Ralph_and_family; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Letter expressing sorrow over death of George PullmanTelegram from L. M. Johnson to C. S. Sweet, expressing great sorrow over death of George Pullman and regrets he cannot get to Chicago in time for funeral. Subject: Pullman_Family; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter Filing envelopestwo filing envelopes, 1 file card, with notes regarding location of materials elsewhere. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Printed Materials - Other |
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Letter from 2nd Asst. Auditor to George PullmanLetter informing Mr. Pullman the applying the Warren Webster system to the Town heating pipes will tear up roadway around new Market Hall. Subject: Market_Hall; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Town; Format: Printed Materials - Other |
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Letter from Accidnet Insurance The Fidelity and Casualty Co. of New YorkLetter regarding a new coupler that Harry R. Hay is trying to sell to Pullman. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from America IllustrationLetter to George Pullman, from American Illustrated, requesting information needed for inclusion in their publication. Subject: Advertising; Pullman_(General); Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from American Surety Company for referenceLetter requesting a reference for the B.B. Frost & Co. and financial standing with the Pullman PCC. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Annie M. FowlerLetter to George Pullman requesting several checks for $100 and for interest... Subject: Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Architect John Langley MayerLetter left upon visit to factory site in 1993, found after the 1998 fire, in a protected area. Subject: Pullman_(General); Format: Handwritten (invitations, notes, etc.) |
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Letter from Belle PowellLetter from Belle Powell to George Pullman asking him to buy an apt. building to help her out. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Boston & Main Railroad re Annual MeetingLetter from Lucius Tuttle, President, requesting Pullman's attendance at their Annual Meeting or return of waiver of notice. Subject: Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Boston & Maine Railroad re Board meetingLetter to George Pullman reminding him of Main Central annual meeting at Portland on Wednesday the 20th. A special train has been engaged to bring him and other members and return them. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Boston & Maine Railroad re substitute proxyLetter from Lucius Tuttle regarding returning a substitute proxy for their annual meeting. Apparently Pullman lost the first one sent. Subject: Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from C. L. Pullman, Contracting AgentLetter to George Pullman regarding negotiations with "Colonel Haines" regarding baggage and passenger car construction design and contract. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Printed Materials - Other |
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Letter from Cary & Whitridge Law FirmLetter, agreement, memos to George Pullman from Cary & Whitridge Law Firm regarding items to consider for reorganization. Subject: ; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Chicago Board of Education re: additional school facilities at PullmanLetter from J.A. Guilford, Board of Education of City of Chicago, Business Mgr., advising Pullman the request for additional school facilities at Pullman had been presented to the Board. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Schools; Pullman_Town; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Clara DoolittleLetter asking George Pullman for a rail pass for her son to get to Seattle as he is in a "serious state of health" and needs to get to Seattle. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Clarence Bennett re: Church of JohnstownNote from Clarence Bennett with facsimile letter to George Pullman requesting money for the 2nd Presbyterian Church of Johnston, PA to assist expansion of church and school ( 9 years after the Johnstown flood). Subject: Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from D. H. Pinney with news clippingLetter from D. H. Pinney to George Pullman that notes he has just returned from a trip east including Albion Heading Reunion, with a news clipping. Subject: Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Dunlap Smith & Co.Letter to George Pullman offering Pullman American Express Company property on Clinton & Jefferson in Chicago...building outfitted for 750 horse stalls, 500 wagons, 110,000 bushels of grain, shoeing shop, 20-ton elevators. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Edward Mason, Mason BrothersLetter to George Pullman from Edward Mason, regarding the situation of a Mr. Badger who is about to be foreclosed on for some unnamed property. Subject: Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Etna Insurance Company, Pacific BranchLetter to George Pullman from T. E. Pope, Etna Insurance Company, Pacific Branch, asking to meet with him when he is in San Francisco. Subject: Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Eva Pope to Pullman Co. executivesLetter from Eva Pope citing her qualifications as a manager of estates; seeking a position helping to manage the Pullman estate after George Pullman died. Subject: Pullman_Family; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from F. L. Adams, Holmes, Booth & HaydensLetter to George Pullman requesting a credit reference for a Mr. C. E. Loss of Freeport, IL for $1,000. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from F. S. Moseley & Co., Note BrokersLetter to George Pullman, offering money at 4% for 12 months. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from former employeeLetter to George Pullman from a former employee explaining his circumstances and wanting a job back. Subject: ; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Workers; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from George Brown, Pullman General ManagerLetter from George Brown to George Pullman, forwarding the suggestion by J. W. Thomas of Nashville, Chattanooga and St. Louis Railroad offering to give old wheels for $6,270.88 debt to Pullman. Subject: ; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from George Pullman to Andrew CarnegieLetter handwritten by George Pullman to Andrew Carnegie outlining conditions for sale/lease of Pullman cars. Cover page summaries Pullman value-beyond-initial cost embedded in contracts. Subject: ; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Printed Materials - Other |
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Letter from George Ryder re Hotel BillLetter to George Pullman from George E. Ryder of the Maine Central Hotel in Bar Harbor, Maine, requesting payment of a hotel bill. Subject: Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from H. K. Porter & Co.Letter from H. K. Porter & Co., Builders of Light Locomotives, to George Pullman, asking for a reference for Bessrs. C. E. Loss & Co. before they commit to doing business with them. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Rail_Travel_-_Other; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from haberdasher to George PullmanLetter from J. F. Thompson reminding Pullman that he had promised him a railpass ? 3 months before as gratitude for a small favor Thompson had done for him. Subject: ; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Rail_Travel; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Harrietta P. Graley Re InventionLetter to George Pullman offering to sell her invention for a sled-train for frozen climates. Also letter she received from the Secretary of War. Subject: ; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Helen Simmonds asking for train ticketLetter to George Pullman from Helen Simmonds, an old friend??, asking for a train ticket from Duluth, Minnesota to Paw Paw, Michigan...largely illegible. Subject: Pullman_Rail_Travel; Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Indianapolis & St. Louis Railroad CoLetter written to George Pullman by E. W. Woodward of the Indianapolis & St. Louis Railroad Co. regarding possible sale of stock. Subject: ; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Inventor Arthur C. RobbinsCorrespondence between inventor Arthur C. Robbins and J. P. Meehan of Pullman, Edgar Mayer, Sec. to George Pullman Subject: ; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from J. P. Meehan, Pacific DivisionLetter from the Superintendent of Pullman's Palace Car Company Pacific Division regarding a trip General Superintendent Fillmore is unable to accompany Mr. Pullman on due to his assistant's illness. Subject: Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from James Brown Lord, ArchitectThree notes to George Pullman regarding architectural plans underway for a home for Pullman at Elberon, N.J. Subject: Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from James JarvisLetter to Pullman Company from James Jarvis regarding his invention for providing electricity for lighting in cars via steam line to small machine. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Rail_Travel; Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from James M. WilsonLetter from Mr. Wilson to George Pullman, asking for his influence regarding the vacancies in the U.S. Attorney General office. Subject: Pullman_Family; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Jane Byrd Bryan re AmbassadorshipCorrespondence including letter from Bryan to George Pullman asking if he can channel a query to the President through the Secretary of War Gen. Alger regarding an ambassadorship. Also, clippings from Mrs. Bryan's letter and a separate note from Hattie Pullman transmitting a check to Mr. Sweet. Subject: ; Pullman_Family; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Kennett Hopkins Co. re meetingA letter from Edmund Norton, of Kennett Hopkins Co., Bankers & Brokers, requesting a meeting with Pullman, at his home to talk over some business. Subject: Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from L. G. MorrisLetter from L. G. Morris of Deming, New Mexico, about opening a rail line to service coal mines and offering "fine woods" for car construction. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Lange & Minton re a song and news articleLetter from Mr. Minton to Charles S. Sweet, regarding a song and newsarticle forwarded separately and a new plant being built. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Lucius Tuttle, Pres. Boston & Maine RailroadLetter to Pullman from Lucius Tuttle, President of Boston & Maine Railroad, reports on his recent re-election as President, earnings & expenses, etc. Subject: ; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from M. J. HeneyA letter of introduction from M. J. Heney to request to purchase rail cars for a new line in Washington State. Subject: Pullman_Train_Cars; Pullman_Rail_Travel; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Printed Materials - Other |
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Letter from Mary Walker LiamLetter to George Pullman pleading to be allowed to bring her fox terrier "Bob" on the train car with her...he is a "world traveler and highly refined". Subject: Pullman_Rail_Travel; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Mason Brothers Law OfficesLetter to George Pullman from Mason Brothers Law Offices regarding a property under foreclosure with a second mortgage and outstanding bill of $1,312.76 due. Subject: Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Miss Ida R. HarrisonLetter to George Pullman from Miss Ida R. Harrison, asking for money for a new parsonage for their church in Stevensville, VA Subject: Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Montgomery Palace Car Co.a letter to George Pullman regarding the purchase of cars for the Montgomery Palace Car Co. Subject: ; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Printed Materials - Other |
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Letter from Mr. Birnbaum re debtLetter from stockholder, Mr. Birnbaum, asking Pullman to begin to pay debt to the Central Transportation Co. Subject: Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Mrs. Bissell re free passLetter asking George Pullman for a pass from Tupelo, Mississippi to Delaware, Ohio for her son who was a company stockholder. Subject: Pullman_Rail_Travel; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Mrs. C. Phillip MillerTyped personal letter from Florence Lowden Miller (Mrs. C. Phillip Miller, granddaughter of George Pullman. Dated November 4, 1986. Subject: Pullman_Family; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Mrs. E. J. Mostyn to George PullmanLetter requesting a meeting, asking Pullman to designate a time and place. Subject: Pullman_Family; Format: Printed Materials - Other |
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Letter from Mrs. S. B. ReedLetter to George Pullman requesting a revised train pass and detailed itinerary, as well as a reply from the Pullman Secretary Subject: ; Pullman_Rail_Travel; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Perry H. Smith, Jr. to George PullmanLetter from the Law Office of Perry H. Smith, Jr. offering his services to Geoge M. Pullman. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Pinney, Orr & Sherman, AttorneysLetter from D. H. Pinney, asking Pullman to help get him a judgeship in New Mexico... Subject: Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Pullman relative requesting passesLetter asking for passes for sister-in-law Florence and Miriam Sanger to go to Kansas City. Subject: Pullman_Rail_Travel; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Ralph L. DoerrLetter to George Pullman from Ralph L. Doerr, former US Consul to Switzerland, requesting a free ticket to Philadelphia. Subject: Pullman_Rail_Travel; Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from S. W. Bretzfield about moveLetter to George Pullman regarding the moving of their offices in New York to another building. Subject: ; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Sam Royall re jobLetter requesting reinstatement to PPCC service, letters of recommendation. Subject: ; Pullman_People; Pullman_Rail_Travel; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Samuel Dick, Pittsburgh, Shenengo & Lake Erie Railroad CompanyLetter to George Pullman suggesting a syndicate for loans to company with forms, along with an earnings statement and expense statement for year ending 31 Dec. 1893. Subject: ; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Secretary of Phillip ArmourNote from secretary to George Pullman, letting him know that Phillip Armour cannot meet him at his club that evening. Subject: Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from T. J. Keenan, Jr., Pittsburgh PressLetter to George Pullman accepting Pullman's terms for reduced travel rates but wanting bigger discounts... reply with costs for travel they requested. Subject: ; Pullman_Rail_Travel; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from The Civic Federation of ChicagoLetter to Pullman Palace Car Co., asking George Pullman for money to support their current projects: revision of the revenue and primary election laws for which they require additional clerical and legal hires. Subject: Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from the Director of Columbian Museum of ChicagoLetter to George M. Pullman from J. G. Pangborn, director of the Museum of the World's Railway, Columbian Museum of Chicago, regarding the presentation of a silver Tiffany trophy to Chief Smith of the Dept. of Transportation, World's Columbian Exposition. Subject: ; Chicago_History; Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from The Volunteers of AmericaRequest for money to George Pullman. Subject: Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Thomas W. Bullitts to George PullmanLetter from Thomas W. Bullitts of Law Offices of Bullitt & Sheilds, regarding some property. Subject: Pullman_Family; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from W. L. Brown regarding Chicago Club eventLetter to George Pullman from W. L. Brown regarding a previous engagement preventing his attendance at the Chicago Club last night. Subject: Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from W. L. Minton of the Westfield, Mayville & Chautauqua Motor Railroad CompanyLetter to George Pullman requesting a meeting to discuss a new contract and sign bonds. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from Waldo F. Minton, Secy of State of New YorkLetter to George Pullman from Waldo F. Minton, Secy of State of New York, asking for a free RR pass for his wife to Mexico. Subject: Pullman_Rail_Travel; Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from William C. BrowningLetter regarding some changes he and Pullman were promoting to some leisure property. Subject: Pullman_Family; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter from William H & J. H. Moore & Purcell Law OfficesLetters to George Pullman discussing a proposed new building in Chicago and consolidation of NY Biscuit Co. & American Biscuit Co. Subject: ; Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter of condolence from John C,. YorstonLetter of condolence to Charles S. Sweet from John C. Yorston, regarding the sudden death of George Pullman Subject: Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter of Condolence on passing of PullmanA letter of condolence sent to Mr. Sweet regarding the passing of George Pullman. Subject: Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter of reference for B.B. Frost & Co.Letter to George Pullman requesting references for B. B. Frost & Co. and their financial standing with Pullman. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter re books for sale from Robert ElliottLetter to George Pullman regarding books that Robert Elliott is selling from his private collection. Subject: Pullman_Family; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter re Commemoration for George PullmanLetter from Charles Fluhrer, of Albion, N.Y., about a church service commemorating George Pullman, upon his recent death. Subject: Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter re photo of South Chicago WorksA letter from A. M. Crane, of Illinois Steel Co., with a photograph of the South Chicago works of Illinois Steel Co. (no photograph enclosed) Subject: Industry,_other; Regional; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter re: Cars for International Press League conventionCorrespondance between International Press League and Pullman re: request for free sleeping cars for first convention of north and south press combined after the war. Letters include what appears to be original shorthand notes as well. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter re: George Jr., Progress in schoolLetter from Edward Bryant to George Pullman regarding George, Jr.'s progress in school. Subject: Pullman_Family; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter re: Potential Closing of Post OfficeLetter to Pullman from high ranking employee summarizing conversations with various government officials regarding Pullman-Kensington Post Office. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter re: Reduction in Boston Commuter CongestionLetter from Wellman Parks of Dept. of Interior to Pullman regarding ideas to reduce City of Boston commuter congestion. Subject: ; Pullman_(General); Rail_Travel_-_Other; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter re: sale of Woodruff Sleeping Car stockLetter to George Pullman regarding possible sale of Woodruff Sleeping Car stock by Doubleday. Subject: ; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter re: Story of PullmanLetter from T. C. Crawford to Mr. Sweet complaining of the quality of the photographs and writing in "The Story of Pullman". Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter re: United States Car & Vehicle CompanyCorrepondence from the District Superintendent of the Pullman Company in Boston, regarding cars being made by other manufacturers and their deficiencies. Subject: Rail_Travel_-_Other; Pullman_Train_Cars; Pullman_Company; Industry,_other; Format: Printed Materials - Other |
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Letter re: Water Meters and Water UsageLetter to G. Pullman with list of water meter locations, readings for past 7 days. Related to efforts to reduce excess water usage. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter regarding Cars requested by WoodruffSeveral letters regarding feasibility of selling old cars to Woodruff Car Co., includes two inventory lists Subject: ; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter regarding Chicago Roof CompanyLetter from George F. Brown, General Manager, to George Pullman, regarding the cost of roofing for train cars, from the Chicago Roof Company. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter regarding Chicago Times Strike articleLetter from George Brown, Pullman General Manager, to George Pullman regarding Chicago Times article about a strike at Pullman and why there is no evidence of this. Subject: ; Pullman_Labor_History; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter regarding financial updates and check from Waterbury Gas checkLetter with illegible signature regarding financial update with interest rates, stock value & trade information, etc. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter regarding passes for Miss KelloggLetter from James Martin, Superintendent of Pullman's Palace Car Company, regarding passes for Miss Kellogg from Chicago to Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh to Jersey City. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Rail_Travel; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter regarding piano for Mrs. CarolanLetter to Mr Sweet (Pullman's Secretary) regarding a piano for Mrs. Carolan's birthday from Monitor company. Subject: Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter regarding property in Jamestown, New YorkLetter from W. J. Weeks, requesting Pullman consider purchasing some property in Jamestown, New York. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter regarding tex receipt for Stuart estate propertyA letter to George Pullman from Eugene E. Prussing, regarding a duplicate tax receipt for taxes on the Stuart estate property which were paid Sept. 30, 1897. Subject: Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter regarding value of couplerLetter from J. W. Harpst, inquiring whether a coupler he owns is still in use and what value it might have. Subject: Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter request for "Story of Pullman" photosLetter from Harvey Middleton, Manager of Pullman Car Works, to C. S. Sweet, Secretary to the President, requesting photos from the "Story of Pullman". Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter requesting money for School in FranceLetter from E. Dussauze asking Pullman for $2,000 to start a private school in France based on a new teaching method that will exceed all other schools in France. Subject: Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter requesting Pullman picturesLetter to Mr. Sweet requesting a full set of pictures he took for a Pullman book. Subject: Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter requesting Pullman Porter jobLetter to George Pullman requesting a job as a Pullman porter, citing his good character and church membership. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Porters; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter to Charles M. KnollLetter from Liston L. Leyendecker regarding an inquiry about the Pullman family. Subject: Pullman_Family; Format: Printed Materials - Other |
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Letter to George Pullman from Emma ButlerLetter to George Pullman requesting a pass to visit her husband, assigned to "yellow fever" duty in Fountainbleau, Mississippi. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Rail_Travel; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter to George Pullman from World's Gospel UnionLetter requesting a reply to their earlier letter of March 31st, regarding E. E. Helms and wife. Subject: Pullman_Rail_Travel; Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter to Marian BroughtonLetter typed to Marian Broughton from Olga Ciesa, editor of the Pullman Tech AlumNews.Mentions Mrs. Helen Adams, teacher at Pullman Tech. Subject: Pullman_Schools; Roseland_Community; Format: Printed Materials - Other |
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Letter to Panmure GordonExtracts from letter to Panmure Gordon, London, England discussing deal with Pullman and London company to offer preferred stock and extract of reply Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter to Pullman Iron and Steel CompanyLetter from F. H. Taylor, Pullman Iron and Steel Company, regarding instructions to remove the old stack at their own expense. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Correspondence |
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Letter to the State Public Utilities CommissionPhotocopy of letter dated November 11, 1914 regarding fees charged by The Pullman Railroad, under letterhead of The Pullman Stables and Garage. Subject: Pullman_Stables; Format: Printed Materials - Other |
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Letters between Governor James Mount of Indiana and Robert Todd LincolnCorrespondence between the Governor of Indiana and Robert Todd Lincoln regarding the movement of the buriel place of Lincoln's grandmother, Nancy Hanks. Subject: ; Robert_Todd_Lincoln; Format: Correspondence |
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Letters Between Pullman and Richmond, Nicholasville, Irvine & Beattyville RRLetters and telegrams exchanged between Pullman and the railroad in Kentucky regarding purchase of above railroad. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Rail_Travel; Format: Correspondence |
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Letters between Pullman and the Philadelpia Reading Railroad Co.A series of correspondence between the Pullman's Palace Car Company and the Philadelphia & Reading Railroad regarding funds owed PPCC from PRR which was under receivership. Subject: ; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Rail_Travel_-_Other; Format: Correspondence |
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Letters between Pullman and YMCACorrespondence between Pullman Company and multiple branches of YMCA "Railroad Departments" as to how much Pullman should donate annually. YMCA says they have a high usage of rooms by Pullman employees but Pullman Company feels the usage has less value. Subject: ; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Correspondence |
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Letters from Angus Sinclair of Locomotive EngineeringLetters written asking for an interview in preparation for an article about "Luxurious Railway Travel" and asking for help since Pullman died before the scheduled meeting. Subject: ; Advertising; Pullman_Rail_Travel; Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letters from E. W. Appelman regarding patent infringementCorrespondence between E. W. Appelman of Clermont, IA and the Pullman Co., other railroads and various attorneys regarding alleged infringement by Pullman and others of Appelman patent for platform extensions on railcars. Letters, patents, newsclipping, etc. Subject: ; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Correspondence |
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Letters from George Grantham BainOne note to George Pullman requesting recent portrait, one note to Charles Sweet, asking for information prior to meeting with Pullman in NYC. Subject: Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Rail_Travel; Format: Correspondence |
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Letters from L.P. & M.P.RR.Co.Two letters to Superintendents and conductors of their company, instructing them to move George Pullman's personal car for free. Plus cover folder. Subject: Pullman_Rail_Travel; Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letters from Monetary Commission of the Indianapolis ConventionLetters asking for George Pullman's thoughts on monetary issues of the time. Subject: ; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Correspondence |
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Letters from Mrs. J. B. West, Rochester, NYTwo letters to Charles S. Sweet, from Mrs. J. W. West of Rochester, New York, with condolences of sorrow for Pullman's death, and requesting return of photo of her deceased husband. Subject: ; Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letters re Commercial Travelers' Sound Money LeagueA letter from H. W. Dearborn, President of the ...Money League, explaining quality of proofs for a book and a letter of recommendation for Mr. Dearborn. Subject: ; Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letters re: Possible Sale of Brick YardsLetters from Wicks to Pullman discussing brick yards value and other topics, inventory and assessed value, repairs, etc. Subject: ; Pullman_(General); Format: Correspondence |
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Letters regarding brochures for World's FairLetter from Charles Sweet (Pullman's Secretary) to George Pullman, regarding the printing of brochures about the Pulllman's Palace Car Co. that would be for sale at the World's Fair, as well as correspondence about terms of publication and proposal from Dibble Publishing Co. Subject: ; Advertising; Chicago_History; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Format: Correspondence |
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Letters regarding car leases to Kansas City, Pittsburg and Gulf RRLetters and notes regarding car leases to Kansas City, Pittsburg & Gulf RR; lease payments in arrears and looking for further extensions. Subject: ; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Correspondence |
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Letters regarding Car Mfg Consolidationa collection of two letters and an article from Railway Age about the possible consolidation of train car manufacturing in this country. also cover sheet Subject: ; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Printed Materials - Other |
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Letters regarding Kansas City Southern Railway Co. leasesCorrespondence regarding the settlement of Kansas City Southern Railway Co. car leases; details of final payments and title transfers executed. Subject: ; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Correspondence |
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Letters regarding Lease Warrents on equipmentLetters to George Pullman regarding three lease warrants on equipment made by their company and from C. S. Sweet, returning the lease warrants. Subject: ; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Workers; Format: Correspondence |
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Letters regarding Nathan Barrett's adviceLetters regarding payments to Nathan F. Barrett for continued advice on horticultural matters from Pullman horticulturalist Mr. Hance. Pullman's 2d Asst. Auditor is asking whether Mr. Hance should be dealing directly with Mr. Barrett and should they be soliciting this advice. Subject: ; Barrett,_Nathan_Franklin; Pullman_Landscape_Design; Format: Correspondence |
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Letters regarding Richmond & Danville RR Co.Correspondence regarding reimbursement of Special Agents Fares for the Richmond & Danville RR Co. Also 4 page list of 116 railroad companies to which Pullman issued a total of $85,892.54 in fees for year ending Dec. 31, 1892. Subject: ; Pullman_Rail_Travel; Format: Correspondence |
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Letters requesting free tickets on Pullman Cars13 letters, 12 requesting or acknowledging requests for free tickets, plus one internal note re: an employment prospect. Subject: ; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Rail_Travel; Rail_Travel_-_Other; Format: Correspondence |
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Letters to George Pullman regarding Physician positionThree letters to George Pullman from Herbert Carolan (Pullman's son-in-law?)regarding his assistance in securing a position as physician for the Jekyl Island Club. Subject: ; Pullman,_George; Format: Correspondence |
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Letters-Cars Constructed 1898-1899Several letters written by Duane Doty regarding the types of cars constructed between 1898 and 1899. Subject: ; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Printed Materials - Other |
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Lewis & Fowler Mfg Co.A Letter offering the Lewis & Fowler Mfg. Co. in Brooklyn, NY to the Pullman Company. They made street cars. Subject: ; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Rail_Travel; Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Printed Materials - Other |
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Life Work of Centennial EngineBrief review of the services rendered by Corliss exhibited at the Centennial Exposition in 1876. From Power, Vol.12, No. 2, July 15, 1915. Subject: Corliss_Engine; Format: Printed Materials - Other |
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Lincoln - Abraham Lincoln's Funeral TrainArticle in Model Railroader magazine, February 1995 about the train cars that pulled Abraham Lincoln's funeral train. Includes illustrations. Subject: ; Reference; Format: Printed Materials -- Periodicals |
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Lincoln Funeral CarUndated Subject: ; Format: Digital Object |
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Lincoln Funeral Train At Union StationUndated Subject: ; Format: Digital Object |
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Lincoln Funeral Train ExhibitBrochure with informtion about the special exhibit and presentation by the Historic Pullman Foundation on the Lincoln Funeral Train. Subject: Organizations_--_Historic_Pullman_Foundation; Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Printed Materials - Other |
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Lincoln Funeral Train on Illinois Central Railroad Breakwater, ChicagoSteam locomotive pulling at least six cars of Lincoln funeral train enroute to Chicago. Print of glass copy negative, possibley from Chicago Historical Society. If a "Pullman Car" was attached to the Lincoln funeral train, it would have been after this photo was taken. Pullman's Palace Car Company was not incorporated until 1869 though George Pullman was creating custom "Pullman Cars" at a variety of locations using other company's car shops. The Pullman/Lincoln funeral issue is still being debated. Subject: Illinois_Central_Railroad; Chicago_History; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Links to the PastArticle from the Chicago Tribune about the new development in the Prairie Avenue neighborhoood. Subject: Pullman_Family; Chicago_History; Format: Printed Materials -- Periodicals |
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ListHand-written list, on notebook paper (year unknown). Thirteen names. Subject: Pullman_People; Format: Handwritten (invitations, notes, etc.) |
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List of All Cars Showing Floor Plan NumbersCatalog published by the Pullman Company, including index of cars by name and plan number. Subject: Pullman_Company; Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Printed Materials - Publications |
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Living in the midst of historyNewspaper article about living in Pullman. Subject: ; Pullman_Town; Pullman_Views; Format: Printed Materials -- Periodicals |
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Local union Elections ManualBooklet from the United Steelworkers of America explaining procedures. Subject: Labor_History,_other; Format: Printed Materials -- Periodicals |
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Lofquist, MarvinPhotographic negative of Marvin Lofquist of 10228 South Prairie. Date of sitting 2/12/59. School photo? Subject: Roseland_Community; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Look at Our Past, See Your FutureThis handout explains the career of Arthur J. Smith, founder of A.J. Smith Federal Savings. His business was an integral part of the growth of areas such as West Pullman and Stewart Ridge and has continued to be family owned. The handout is from 1982. Subject: Roseland_Community; Format: Printed Materials - Other |
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Looking East from Arcade BuildingView across Pullman houses to Lake Calumet from top of Arcade Building Subject: Pullman_Views; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Lowden of SinnissippiInternet article about Frank Lowden, who married George Pullman's daughter Florence. Subject: Illinois_History; Pullman_Family; Format: Printed Materials - Publications |
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Lowell, MA Historic Board BrochuresSeveral brochures on historic districts and neighborhood in Lowell, MA Subject: Reference; Format: Printed Materials - Other |
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Lowell, The Story of an Industrial CityOfficial National Park Handbook, publication date unknown. Subject: Historic_Reference; Format: Printed Materials - Publications |
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Lupo, Dominic J.Papers relating to Dominic J. Lupo, alderman of the 9th ward in Chicago from 1959 to 1971. Ward included Pullman and Roseland. File includes campaign information, newspaper clippings, and certificate of election, 1967. Full record available for viewing at the Bertha Ludlum Reading Room in the Hotel Florence. Subject: Roseland_Community; Pullman_(General); Format: Mixed media |
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Luxury TrainsSubtitled "From the Orient Express to the TGV". 232 pages. Includes illustrations and appendices. Subject: Pullman_Rail_Travel; Pullman_Train_Cars; Rail_Travel_-_Other; Format: Printed Materials - Publications |
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Mail car interior and exterior views. Lot 4820.Four Mail (perhaps secure) car interior and exterior views. Pullman negative numbers P28555, P28556, P28557 and P28558. Subject: Pullman_(Chicago,_Ill.); Pullman_Company; Illinois_--_Chicago_--_Pullman; Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Mail car interior and exterior views. Lot 4841.Five mail car interior and exterior views. Plan numbers P28901, P28902, P28903, P28904, and P28905. Subject: Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Mail car interior and exterior views. Lot 6333.Four mail car interior and exterior views. Car made for Chicago and Alton, interior designation as "C & A" and "909". Exterior bulkhead has "910". P35084, P35088, P35089, and P35090. Subject: Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Mail car interior view. Lot 3686Mail car interior view. Negative number P11912. Subject: Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Mail car interior view. Lot 3687.Mail car interior view. Negative number P11927. Subject: Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Mail car interior view. Lot 3780.One Mail car interior view. Pullman negative number P13030. Subject: Pullman_(Chicago,_Ill.); Pullman_Company; Illinois_--_Chicago_--_Pullman; Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Mail car interior view. Lot 4791.Mail car interior view. Plan number P28121. Subject: Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Mail car interior views. Lot 3760.One Mail car interior view. Pullman negative number P12740. Subject: Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Mail car interior views. Lot 3910.Two Mail car interior views. Pullman negative numbers P13907 and P13908. Subject: Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Mail car interior views. Lot 3911.Four views of mail car interiors. Stencilled on wall "CRI & P 7015". Plan numbers P14403, P14404, P14405, and P14406. Subject: Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Mail car interior views. Lot 3918.Two mail car interior views. Plan numbers P14051 and P14052. Subject: Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Mail car interior views. Lot 4642.Four Mail car interior views. Pullman negative numbers P26801, P26802, P26803 and P26804. Subject: Pullman_(Chicago,_Ill.); Pullman_Company; Illinois_--_Chicago_--_Pullman; Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Mail car interior views. Lot 4881.Four Mail car interior views. Pullman negative numbers P29379, P29380, P29381 and P29382. Missouri Pacific 2570. Subject: Pullman_(Chicago,_Ill.); Pullman_Company; Illinois_--_Chicago_--_Pullman; Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Mail car interior views. Lot 4953.Four Mail car interior views. Pullman negative numbers P30341, P30342, P30343 and P30344. Subject: Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Mail car interior views. Lot 4954.Two Mail car interior views. Pullman negative numbers P30372 and P30373. Subject: Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Mail Car Interior. Lot 3739.Interior of mail car, sorting area. Dated Sept. 19, 1910. #p12763 Subject: Pullman_(Chicago,_Ill.); Pullman_Company; Illinois_--_Chicago_--_Pullman; Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Mail Car Interiors. Lot 3819.Three mail car interior views. Plan numbers P13147, P13148, and P13149 Subject: Pullman_Train_Cars; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Making Tracks: An American Rail OdysseyPart history and part travelogue, this is a chronicle of the author's train journey across America. Subject: Pullman_Rail_Travel; Rail_Travel_-_Other; Format: Printed Materials - Publications |
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Man charged with Pullman arson spent time with police in BurnhamNewspaper article regarding the man who caused the factory fire Subject: Pullman_1998_Factory_Fire; Format: Printed Materials -- Periodicals |
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Man Who Wrote Poem for Drink is Dead in DumpDescribes life and death of Pullman resident Mike Braggazi. Subject: Chicago_History; General/Misc.; Historic_Reference; Pullman_People; Format: Printed Materials -- Periodicals |
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Manufacturers' Data Report of BoilerPhotocopy of a handwritten report, c1915, for McLaghlan Building Company, 11201 Collage Groge, the Pullman Stables building. Subject: Pullman_Stables; Format: Printed Materials - Other |
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Manufacturing City of Pullman and Car Works Belonging to Pullman's Palace Car CompanyFlyer showing black and white etching of whole town of Pullman, the factory site and describing Pullman. Subject: Pullman_(General); Format: Printed Materials - Other |
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Manufacturing City of Pullman and Car Works Belonging to Pullman's Palace Car CompanyFlyer of brief history of Pullman and illustration of the town and factory. Subject: Pullman_(General); Format: Printed Materials - Other |
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Manufacturing City of Pullman and Car Works Belonging to Pullmans Palace Car CompanyPrint with view of Town of Pullman and advertising flyer with same view with description of town. 3 pieces - 1 view, 2 advertising pieces Subject: ; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Pullman_Town; Format: Artwork |
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Map of Lands Owned by Pullman Land Association and Pullman's Palace Car Co.Map on coated linen showing lands owned by Pullman. Probably early 1880's. Stamped "Pullman Company Engineers Office. File No. 1, Drawing No. 66. Undated. Subject: Chicago_History; Kensington; Pullman_Company; Pullman_Palace_Car_Company; Regional; Roseland_Community; Format: Map |
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Marian Broughton and Rose SarboPhotograph of Marian Broughton and Rose Sarbo, noted as taken at Pullman Tech. Undated. Subject: Pullman_Schools; Roseland_Community; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Marion Broughton and FriendsPhotograph of Marion Broughton, Rose Stine and Evelyn Peterson in front of Kohns Grade School. Undated Subject: Roseland_Community; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Market Hallc1950s Subject: Market_Hall; Format: Printed Materials - Other |
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Market HallDetail of photo showing boys playing in front of the original Market Hall. Only known view of the hall from Champlain Street. Subject: Market_Hall; Pullman_Town; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Market HallCross Section New Market Hall, Sheet #4, S. S. Beman Architect. Photographic copy of original architectural drawing from the office of Solon S. Beman, Architect, showing details of New Market Hall building construction. Subject: Market_Hall; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Market HallPostcard of original 1881 Market Hall, published by J. C. Ferrin. Subject: Market_Hall; Format: Postcard |
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Market HallOriginal Market Hall, built in 1881. Destroyed by fire in 1892. Contained food store, offices and a meeting hall. All fresh food had to be sold only at this location to ensure sanitary conditions. Sign in front of building advertised "April 28" event. Subject: Pullman_Town; Market_Hall; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Market HallOrignial Market Hall ca 1883, destroyed by fire in 1892. View looking NE Subject: Pullman_Town; Format: Photograph (all forms) |
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Market Hall 1892-93Photograph of second Market Hall as it appeared after completion in 1893. Subject: Pullman_Town; Market_Hall; Format: Photograph (all forms) |