File:Chicago and Northwestern Railway (1889) (ADVERT 249).jpeg

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The Chicago and Northwestern Railway was established in 1859. Its lines traversed several midwestern states from Illinois to Wyoming. In 1995, the C&NW merged into Union Pacific Railroad.

  • Geographic coverage: United States--Washington (State)--Tacoma
  • Subjects (LCTGM): Railroad travel; Railroad companies; Transportation
  • Categories: Railroad travel; Transportation and communication
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English: Early Advertising of the West Collection
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English: Chicago & Northwestern Railway
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Institution
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institution QS:P195,Q219563
Department
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University of Washington: Special Collections
Accession number
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249
Inscriptions
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Text:
Bear in mind that the People's Route is over the Chicago & Northwestern Railway. It runs superb vestibuled trains, equipped with all appliances for safety and luxury. It is absolutely the shortest and best line to Chicago and the East...The celebrated Northwestern dining cars and the best of everything that helps to make a journey pleasant and comfortable.
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R.L. Polk & Company
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ADV0070
Company/Advertising Agency
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Chicago & Northwestern Railway
Publisher
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R.L. Polk & Company
Publisher Location
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Tacoma, Washington
Publication Source
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Tacoma city directory, p. 48

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