Robert Gifford's reminiscence

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Descriptive Summary

Title: Robert Gifford's reminiscence
Dates: Undated
Collection Number: MS 564
Creator/Collector: Gifford, Robert
Extent: 1 folder
Repository: California State Railroad Museum Library and Archives
Sacramento, California 95814
Abstract: A 2-page mimeograph reminiscence by Central Pacific Railroad conductor Robert Gifford (died 1935) relating work experiences during the 1870s and 1880s. Includes mention of the Southern Pacific steam locomotive "C. P. Huntington." Donor is Mr. Gifford's great-granddaughter.
Language of Material: English

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Preferred Citation

Robert Gifford's reminiscence. California State Railroad Museum Library and Archives

Acquisition Information

Gift of Jean Thomas, 2009

Scope and Content of Collection

A 2-page mimeograph reminiscence by Central Pacific Railroad conductor Robert Gifford (died 1935) relating work experiences during the 1870s and 1880s. Includes mention of the Southern Pacific steam locomotive "C. P. Huntington." Donor is Mr. Gifford's great-granddaughter.