Pikes Peak Trolleys, A History of the Colorado Springs Streetcar System
by Cafky, Morris and John A. Haney
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- Paperback
- Condition
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- ISBN 10
- 0937080144
- ISBN 13
- 9780937080146
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Soft Cover Paper Book. Book is in very good condition, shows some evidence of use and wear. Outer Cover is Good, shows more wear and minor soiling. AUTOGRAPHED by John A. Haney. Includes a map of the Toronto streetcar system 1982, and the booklet "Denver an Interurban Railroad, 1947". 101 pgs. HISTORY - TRANSPORTATION - TROLLEY CARS AND ELECTRIC STREETCARS. Overall Rating: GOOD CONDITION.SHIPS FROM ONTARIO.
Title: Pikes Peak Trolleys, A History of the Colorado Springs Streetcar System Authors: Cafky, Morris and John A Haney - AUTOGRAPHEDPublisher: Century One Press, A Div. of Graphic Services Inc., Colorado Springs, Colorado, 1983ISBN: 0-937080-14-4
Fascinating history of the Colorado Springs & Interurban (and its predecessor, the Colorado Springs Rapid Transit Co.), electric street railways whose expansive growth were intimately tied to the development of Colorado Springs, Manitou and its casino, and the Broadmoor Hotel. Unlike many streetcar systems, the one in Colorado Springs was able to survive financial difficulties for many years through the generosity of Winfield S. Stratton, a local miner turned multi-millionaire who financed not only the streetcar but also many of the urban amenities which still dot Colorado Springs. Illustrated throughout with black and white photos. With maps. 101 pages with index.
Title: Pikes Peak Trolleys, A History of the Colorado Springs Streetcar System Authors: Cafky, Morris and John A Haney - AUTOGRAPHEDPublisher: Century One Press, A Div. of Graphic Services Inc., Colorado Springs, Colorado, 1983ISBN: 0-937080-14-4
Fascinating history of the Colorado Springs & Interurban (and its predecessor, the Colorado Springs Rapid Transit Co.), electric street railways whose expansive growth were intimately tied to the development of Colorado Springs, Manitou and its casino, and the Broadmoor Hotel. Unlike many streetcar systems, the one in Colorado Springs was able to survive financial difficulties for many years through the generosity of Winfield S. Stratton, a local miner turned multi-millionaire who financed not only the streetcar but also many of the urban amenities which still dot Colorado Springs. Illustrated throughout with black and white photos. With maps. 101 pages with index.
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- PJ's Bookcase (CA)
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- Title
- Pikes Peak Trolleys, A History of the Colorado Springs Streetcar System
- Author
- Cafky, Morris and John A. Haney
- Book Condition
- Used - Good+
- Jacket Condition
- Good
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Binding
- Paperback
- ISBN 10
- 0937080144
- ISBN 13
- 9780937080146
- Publisher
- Century One Press, A Div of Graphic Services Inc.
- Place of Publication
- Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Date Published
- 1983
- Keywords
- Trolleys, Electric Railways, Colorado Springs, American History
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