THE "L": THE DEVELOPMENT OF CHICAGO'S RAPID TRANSIT SYSTEM, 1888-1932
Chicago: Central Electric Railfans Association (C.E.R.A.), 1995. First edition. first printing. Hardcover. As New / As New. Item #37214
ISBN: 0915348306
Major topics include: early operations using steam locomotives; electrification; expansion into developing city neighborhoods such as Austin, Edgwater, Englewood, Lawndale and Ravenswood; service to suburban areas including Cicero, Oak Park, Evanston, Niles Center and Westchester; the halcyon days of the 1920's and concluding with the depression-induced bankruptcy of 1932. 305 pages with photographs and maps. Packet laid in with two folded sheets with maps and information, as issued. Fine in fine and bright dust jacket. An as new copy.
Price: $65.00