Chester Street Railway Company

Product Details CompanyChester Street Railway Company Certificate TypeCapital Stock Date IssuedMarch 6, 1929CanceledYesPrinterJohn Spencer, Printer & BookbinderSignaturesHand signedApproximate Size12" (w) by 7 3/4" (h)ImagesShow the exact certificate you will receiveGuaranteed AuthenticYesAdditional DetailsNAReference $50 to $75 Historical Context The Chester Street Railway Company was incorporated in Pennsylvania on July 13, 1882.In 1891, the line was leased to the Union Railway Company of Chester, which in turn, was leased by the Southern Pennsylvania Traction Company in 1910.The company operated just over 7.5 miles of track and was eventually controlled by the Wilmington and Philadelphia Traction Company. Related Collections