Waldron (W.B.) Pocket Diary, 1867-1868

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Summary

Title:
W.B. Waldron pocket diary
Dates:
1867-1868
Abstract:
Pocket diary of W.B. Waldron, a master mechanic for the California Central Railroad. Entries are dated 1867-1868 and mention work assignments, railroad accidents, financial status and social engagements and activities.
Extent:
.167 Linear Feet 1 folder
Language:
English .
Preferred citation:

[Identification of item], W.B. Waldron Pocket Diary, MS 369, California State Railroad Museum Library & Archives, Sacramento, California.

Background

Scope and content:

Pocket diary of W.B. Waldron, a master mechanic for the California Central Railroad. Entries are dated 1867-1868 and mention work assignments, railroad accidents, financial status and social engagements and activities.

Biographical / historical:

W.B. Waldron was a master mechanic for the California Central Railroad.

Acquisition information:
Gift of Georgie Garcia, 1984
Processing information:

Formerly part of MS 1.61

Physical location:
Statewide Museum Collections Center
Rules or conventions:
Describing Archives: A Content Standard

About this collection guide

Collection Guide Author:
Library Archives
Date Encoded:
This finding aid was produced using ArchivesSpace on 2025-08-06 22:13:03 +0000 .

Access and use

Restrictions:

Collection is open for research by appointment. Contact Library Staff

Terms of access:

Copyright has not been assigned to the California State Railroad Museum. All requests for permission to publish or quote from manuscripts must be submitted in writing to the CSRM Library & Archives. Permission for publication is given on behalf of the CSRM as the owner of the physical items and is not intended to include or imply permission of the copyright holder, which must also be obtained by the reader.

Preferred citation:

[Identification of item], W.B. Waldron Pocket Diary, MS 369, California State Railroad Museum Library & Archives, Sacramento, California.

Location of this collection:
111 I Street
Sacramento, CA 95814, US
Contact:
(916) 323-8073
Library.CSRM@parks.ca.gov
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