Ic inventory of the illinois central railroad company archives, 18311984, bulk bulk 18511970 ic finding aid prepared by carolyn curtis mohr alison hinderliter the newberry library modern manuscripts 60 west walton street chicago, illinois, 60610 3122553511 2003. Illinois central railroad collection, 18511906 lemelson center. Perfect for any fan of the illinois central railroad. The society is an independent notfor profit 501c3 illinois corporation. Founded in 1851, the illinois central was the first land grant railroad in the united states. Presidents of the illinois central railroad have included. Downey has had an interest in the illinois central railroad since he was a teenager growing up in western kentucky during the 1980s.
Ackerman, 3 books edwin sherwood stowell sunderland, 3 books illinois central railroad company, 3 books robert mize sutton, 2 books lincoln financial foundation collection, 2 books james f. An illustrated history of the 1887 to 1942 life span of the illinois central railroad dodgeville district. Find 4 listings related to illinois central railroad in homewood on. Illinois central railroad historical society was founded in 1979, and is located at 250 n market st in paxton. Chicago and the illinois central railroad clifford j. See our prints page for more details pff this map isnt part of any series, but we have other railroad maps that you might want to check out. In an eastwest world, the illinois central carved out a niche by running straight down the gut of a nation, from chicago to the gulf of mexico. This book features the locomotives, depots, and memorabilia of the. It explores, through vintage photographs, the passenger and freight trains, suburban trains, locomotives, shops and repair facilities, and people that made the railroad function. Check out the new look and enjoy easier access to your favorite features. Illinois central railroad companys most popular book is history of the illin. Illinois central railroad news newspapers books scholar jstor february 20. Illinois central railroads city of new orleans passenger trains rolling through dusk on its way from chicago to new orleans. The seminal architectural feature of the old hospitalthe parts built by illinois central railroadwas this staircase.
Cn is your complete transportation and logistics solution. See more ideas about illinois, train and old trains. The illinois springfield watch company was organized in 1869 primarily through the efforts of j. Jul 27, 2007 this mostly deals with illinois central railroad locomotives and equipment. Illinois central railroad heritage association public. Uncover why illinois central railroad is the best company for you. Main line of midamerica the illinois central may well be proud of abraham lin coln not because he afterward became president of the united states, but because as an attorney he served his client. Many others are travel oriented publications produced by the railroad to attract customers. A history of the growth and development of one of the leading arteries of transportation in the united states, from inception to its present mammoth proportions, together with the biographies of many of the men who have been and are identified with the varied interests of the illinois central railroad. Aug 15, 2007 headquartered in chicago, the illinois central railroad was known as the main line of midamerica, as it was a major railroad cutting through the middle section of the united states with two major routes. Reviews from illinois central railroad employees about illinois central railroad culture, salaries, benefits, worklife balance, management, job security, and more.
The illinois central railroad was first organized in illinois in 1851. Illinois central steam these photos are from the archives of the ic. Illinois rail jobs include train conductors, engineers, roadmasters, trainmasters, yardmasters, dispatchers, mechanics, electricians, maintenance, operations, management. Includes contemporary newspaper articles chronologically ordered, rare railroad publications and geographically arranged photographs. Page 682 that in order to aid in the continuation of said central railroad from the mouth of the ohio river to the city of mobile, all the rights, privileges, and liabilities hereinbefore conferred on the state of illinois shall be granted to the states of alabama and mississippi respectively, for the purpose of aiding in the construction of a railroad from said city of mobile to a point near the mouth of the ohio river, and that public lands of the united states, to the same extent, in. It was the primary link between the great lakes and the gulf of mexico, providing access to the south for chicago products and culture and a route north for millions during the great migration. This book depicts many of the accidents that have taken place along the illinois central through the years. Illinois central railroad southeastern louisiana university. Under the public trust doctrine, the legislature may not grant a private corporation title to submerge land that is held in trust for the public. The switching and terminal railroad operates trackage near peoria, illinois. Stover, railroads of america series, macmillan, new york, 1975. The illinois central railroad historical society, inc. Cn transportation services rail shipping, intermodal.
He has published six books and dozens of articles, mostly on the ic. This 575 page tome covers the history of the illinois central railroad from its founding to the merger with gulf mobile and ohio to form the illinois central gulf railroad. Illinois central railroad books, find the lowest price on new, used books, textbooks compare book prices at stores. Sidney breese, father of the illinois central railroad. Page 682 that in order to aid in the continuation of said central railroad from the mouth of the ohio river to the city of mobile, all the rights, privileges, and liabilities hereinbefore conferred on the state of illinois shall be granted to the states of alabama and mississippi respectively, for the purpose of aiding in the construction of a railroad from said city of mobile to a point near the mouth of the ohio river, and. This is a foundational case for the public trust doctrine. Illinois central railroad mbi railroad color history tom murray on. Illinois central railroad 20 historic books on cd d253.
Illinois central railroad digital collections at the. Central illinois railroad chicago area shortline railroads. Browse maps, pictures and histories of abandoned railroad lines in the state of illinois. The south water freight depot of illinois central railroad in 1943. Illinois central railroad company has 59 books on goodreads with 5 ratings. History of the illinois central railroad book, 1975. The 2417 had been built by lima in december 1924 and was retired in february 1960, when almost all of the railroad s remaining steam locomotives were stricken. Its unique northsouth route handled 30 percent of all war material, supplies, and troops to civil war battlegrounds in the south.
Buy illinois central railroad mbi railroad color history mbi railroad color history mbi railroad color history new title by tom murray isbn. Told with contemporary newspaper articles, railroad issued employee and public time tables, engineering department grade profiles of the entire line, and quality photographs of all depots and facilities. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers. In this illustrated history, tom murray recounts one of the nations greatest railways, from its inception in antebellum america right. The illinois central railroad book collection is a collection of 20 late 19th century and early 20th century books concerning the illinois central railroad. Illinois central railroad american company britannica. History of the illinois central railroad railroads of america. Headquartered in chicago, the illinois central railroad was known as the main line of midamerica, as it was a major railroad cutting through. Find out what works well at illinois central railroad from the people who know best. Batterdale books buys and sells secondhand books on british and overseas railways, canals, trams and buses, and industrial history.
Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. A line also connected chicago with sioux city, iowa 1870. Forgotten books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Excerpt from abraham lincoln and the illinois central railroad. A wikipedia article about this author is available illinois central railroad company. The supreme court held a four to three split decision that the state of illinois did not. Downey is a certified surgical technologist and lives in memphis, tennessee, with his wife, jolinne. Illinois central 482 2417 was heading out of new orleans with train no. Three large ledger books with copies of a form on onion skin paper. Principal northsouth line, chartered in 1850 and incorporated in 1851. With its charter in 1851, the illinois central railroad was the first of many railroads to receive a grant of land upon completion of its line. The illinois central railroad profoundly affected the economic and physical development of illinois and chicago. Books by illinois central railroad company author of.
The photographs are drawn from numerous sources, including the railroad s own photographers, amateur photographers, and photography studios. John stuart was a springfield lawyer and former partner of abraham lincoln. History of the illinois central railroad railroads of. Title illinois central railroad coverageyear 1858 description pamphlet about the illinois central railroad lands that were for sale in illinois in 1858, contains a description of the lands, advantages of settling in illinois, various letters in regard to soil, etc. Illinois central railroad chicago division tavistock.
Share old illinois passenger depot railroad museum built in 1903 by the illinois central railroad, the old railroad passenger depot has since been restored and now serves as home to the carbondale train museum. Often, coverage within a single chapter will range from brilliantlycolored diesels from the second half of the twentieth century, contrasted with black and white steam locomotive portraits taken by james shaughnessy. The history behind the 1887 to 1942 life span of the scenic illinois central railroad branch line between freeport, il and dodgeville, wi. Illinois central railroad historical society paxton, il. In addition to louisville, the states largest city, the icrr also served dozens of small towns. The railroad was basically worth scrap value, harrison said. The illinois central railroad icrr operated approximately 600 miles of mainline track throughout the commonwealth of kentucky, stretching from the mississippi river to the central part of the state.
O scale trains magazine, march 2007 one of the nicest aspects of this book is the spread of locomotive types covered. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The dodgeville, wisconsin illinois central railroad branch. The central illinois railroad was established in 2000, operating on track leased from the burlington northern and santa fe railway bnsf. Bhi publications publishes railroad photo books intended for use by manufacturers and modelers. Illinois central railroad company publisher urbana, ill.
No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. The bulk of the illinois central records at the newberry ca. Chicago and the illinois central railroad by clifford j. The central illinois railroad reporting mark ciry is a shortline railroad in illinois. Abraham lincoln as attorney for the illinois central railroad company chicago. Help bookmark tell a friend outofprint wish list home.
History of the illinois central railroad railroads of america john f stover on. The supreme court decision in illinois central railroad v. First railroad to receive lands granted by the passage of the illinois central land grant bill. Kentucky and the illinois central railroad by clifford j. Headquartered in chicago, the illinois central railroad was known as the main line of midamerica, as it was a major railroad cutting through the middle. Wide and graceful, adorned with paint chips and fire extinguishers, and leading from offices to surgical suites to the cafeteria. Ichs, is dedicated to preserving historical and educational information about the illinois central railroad and the many predecessor railroads that have been part of the ic system. History of the illinois central railroad company and representative employes.
Compare pay for popular roles and read about the teams worklife balance. Ic, illinois central, icg, railroad, railways, choo choo. Many relate to the of the railroad or specific events in its growth. All papers have been left, as far as possible, in the form in which they were classified by the company, for the illinois central arranged and even indexed its papers in a more businesslike fashion than many other corporations of its time.
Assignment of locomotives from february 1953 furnished by charles v. The illinois central railroad reporting mark ic, sometimes called the main line of midamerica, was a railroad in the central united states, with its primary routes connecting chicago, illinois, with new orleans, louisiana, and mobile, alabama. Old illinois passenger depot railroad museum enjoy illinois. Get the inside scoop on jobs, salaries, top office locations, and ceo insights. In this illustrated history, tom murray recounts one of the nations greatest railways, from its inception in antebellum america right through its 1999 acquisition by canadian national. Additional information is available at or by contacting frank e willis at 217 3792261. Appeals from the circuit court of the united states for the northern district of illinois syllabus. Filled with information, artifacts and souveniers, the museum contains significant facts relating to carbondales history. This finding aid was produced using the archivists toolkit 20140606t16. History of the illinois central railroad, by john f. With roots dating back to 1851, the illinois central railroad ic transported millions of passengers and countless tons of freight. Chicago and the illinois central railroad covers the railroads operations within the city of chicago, plus the outlying suburbs, from the late 1800s to 1960. The central illinois railroad came into existence 11232000 by leasing the track on either side of western ave. This comprehensive and beautifully illustrated history of the main line of midamericathe railroad that brought us engineer luther casey joneslooks at illinois centrals motive power and rolling stock, its good old reliable passenger service and crack freight operations, and its most interesting routes.
Illinois central image gallery classic trains magazine. Jun 25, 2014 rand mcnallys map of the illinois central railroad. Illinois central railroad company the online books page. Upon foreclosure, illinois property went to leroy and eastern rr.
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