Vintage 1948-1949 Chicago Railroad Fair The Milwaukee Road Pinback Button 42689
Features:
Nice vintage 1948 - 1949 Chicago Railroad Fair memorabilia
The Milwaukee Road 1.75" pinback button
The Chicago Railroad Fair was an event organized to celebrate and commemorate 100 years of railroad history west of Chicago, Illinois. It was held in Chicago in 1948 and 1949 along the shore of Lake Michigan and is often referred to as "The Last Great Railroad Fair" with 39 railroad companies participating.
This pin was offered with a serial number and if the owner could find someone with the same number, they could return to the Hiawatha exhibit and each would receive a $50.00 savings bond...And every tenth pair of winners received a $200.00 bond.
Dimensions (approximate):
Diameter = 1.75 inches
Condition:
Vintage: This is a vintage item that shows use and wear commensurate with age. See photos for detailed condition.
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