Jacob Mosher Streetcar Collection, 1928-1954
Collection context
Summary
- Abstract:
- This collection contains various items collected by Mosher relating to his work as a streetcar conductor.
- Extent:
- .25 linear feet
- Language:
- English
Background
- Scope and content:
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The Jacob Mosher Streetcar Collection contains records associated with the Amalgamated Association of Street, Electric Railway and Motor Coach Employees of America and its Women’s Auxiliary; various forms and documents from Elmira’s streetcar and bus companies; and the Moshier’s Grange certificates.
- Biographical / historical:
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Jacob Mosher (1893-1971) worked as streetcar operator in Elmira from 1931 to 1939 and a bus driver from 1939 until he retired in 1955. Over the course of his career, he worked for the same company under four different names: Elmira Water, Light and Railroad Company; Elmira Light, Heat and Power Corporation; New York State Electric & Gas Company; and Elmira Motorcoach Corporation. He and his wife, Lena (1890-1976), were members of the Grange. Lena was also a member of the Women's Auxiliary of the Amalgamated Association of Street, Electric Railway, and Motor Coach Employees of America.
- Acquisition information:
- The items in this collection were donated by Robert J. Higgins in August 2001.
- Rules or conventions:
- Describing Archives: a Content Standard
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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The Chemung County Historical Society's research library and archives are open to the public from 1pm to 5pm, Monday through Friday. There is a $5 fee for non-members.
- Location of this collection:
- Contact:
- (607) 734-4167cchs@chemungvalleymuseum.org