Michigan State University Archives and Historical Collections
Joseph Canavan Reminiscences
c.00039
Table of Contents
Summary Information
- Repository
- Michigan State University Archives and Historical Collections
- Creator
- Canavan, Joseph M.
- Title
- Joseph Canavan reminiscences
- ID
- c.00039
- Date
- Undated
- Extent
- 0.1 Cubic feet , 4 folders
- Language
- English
Preferred Citation
Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: "Item title, Collection title, Collection Identifier, Michigan State University Archives & Historical Collections, East Lansing, Michigan".
Biographical Note
Joseph Canavan worked as a fireman for the Pere Marquette Railway Company.
Scope and Contents note
In these reminiscences, Joseph Canavan recalls some of his experiences as a fireman for the Pere Marquette Railway Company (ca.1920). Canavan discusses his work, problems and conditions during a number of railroad trips in Southwestern Michigan.
Administrative Information
Publication Information
Michigan State University Archives and Historical Collections January 1965
Conrad Hall888 Wilson Road, Room 101
East Lansing , MI, 48824
517-355-2330
archives@msu.edu
Revision Description
February 2000
Conditions Governing Access
Collection is open for research.
Legal Status
Copyright: Michigan State University Property Rights: Michigan State University
Conditions Governing Use
Permission to publish material from this collection must be obtained from University Archives & Historical Collections, Michigan State University.
Custodial History
Gift of David Jones, 1976-10-12
Controlled Access Headings
Corporate Name(s)
- Pere Marquette Railway.
Personal Name(s)
- Jones, David
Subject(s)
- Railroad travel -- Michigan
- Railroads -- Michigan
Collection Inventory
| Folder | ||||
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"The Endurance of the 902" Undated |
1 | |||
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"Steam on the Pere Marquette" Undated |
2 | |||
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"Running Late" Undated |
3 | |||
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"Firing on the Pere Marquette" Undated |
4 | |||