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1930's Gas or Electric Switching Loco. O-Scale

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Copyright: The Detroit Historical Society
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Artist James Kellow
Date 1985ca
Description model 1930's electric switching locomotive, O Scale, sheet metal construction, yellow lettered in black "JN&P RR 92" male figure on rear, built by the donor, James Kellow, excellent condition. It is doubtful there is a prototype for this model, so it may well be the creator's whimsey. The locomotive appears to be a small European gasoline or diesel switch engine to which a trolley pole has been added.
Dimensions H-3.75 W-2.875 L-6.25 inches
Material metal
Object ID 1997.031.108
Object Name Locomotive, Model
Other Name 1930's Gas or Electric Switching Loco. O
Recfrom Mr and Mrs James Kellow
Sub-category TOY
Title 1930's Gas or Electric Switching Loco. O-Scale
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