C1873 Railroad Patent Dispute Stevens Hodge Tanner Brake Bachelder Sayles CRI&P

Description: This rare lot of historic documents is a must-have for any collector of railroadiana and trains. This is related to a patent dispute and unlawful use of the railcar brakes between Lafayette F. Thompson, Asahel G. Bachelder, Henry Tanner (Tanner Brakes), and Thomas Sayles over the illegal use of these railcar brakes and is an important piece of transportation history, particularly for the Chicago, Rock Island, and Pacific Railroad. With a the patent being US9109A and dating from circa 1852 and these documents dating from 1872 to 1874, this document lot offers insight into the development and evolution of transportation technology in the United States during this era. This item is unmodified and has been well-preserved, making it a valuable addition to any collection. These documents are dated between 1872-1874. However, this was a large legal case spanning from 1852-1881 with many other cases related and/or involved including Circuit Court for the Northern District of Illinois, Thompson & Bachelder vs Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific Railroad (CRI&P RR) in 1872, Supreme Court - Railway Company vs Sayles - 97 U.S. 554 in 1878, Hendrie vs Sayles 98 U.S. 546 in 1878, Root Vs Railway Co 105 U.S. 189 in 1881, and more. Also, involving several other Railcar Companies. One letter is folded in half. This is how it was found and how is meant to be read, including the seal mark. Folded document (while folded)-Width: 5 inchesHeight: 8 inches Width: 7.75 - 8.62 inchesHeight: 9.87 - 11.12 inches(dimensions are approximate) Please refer to item photos for full visibility of item condition. Feel free to ask questions. Item is sold "as is". Item may have some edge and corner damage, staining, ink damage and wear, possibly some creases, tears, etc. Please refer to all photos for accurate details on condition

Price: 199.99 USD

Location: Hustisford, Wisconsin

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