Series 71 A1: American Emigrant Company, 1864-1865
Series
Identifier: CB&Q +71 A1
Scope and Contents note
This company was an agent for Iowa lands and was among the most active in advertising the state in the 1860s. Series includes seven circulars and one pamphlet about purpose and activities of the company, and advertising, such as "A word to poor but industrious farmers," etc.
Dates
- Creation: 1864-1865
Creator
- From the Record Group: Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad Company (Organization)
Conditions Governing Access
The Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad Company Records are open for research in the Special Collections Reading Room; 1 box at a time (Priority III).
Extent
2.5 Linear Feet (1 oversize folder)
Repository Details
Part of the The Newberry Library - Modern Manuscripts and Archives Repository
Contact:
60 West Walton Street
Chicago Illinois 60610 United States
312-255-3512
reference@newberry.org
60 West Walton Street
Chicago Illinois 60610 United States
312-255-3512
reference@newberry.org