An original press photograph from the archives of the venerable 150 year-old Star Tribune newspaper in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Type & Size: A 10x7.5" original photograph.
Condition: Photo from a working archive. May contain notes, marks, labels, clippings, and/or retouching by the staff at the time of publication. May contain issues associated with time, age, and use. Please see images for scans.
Harold J. McCraw, a well-dressed railroad conductor, is animatedly gesturing as he stands onboard a train. The door is open, and a plaque identifying him spans his hat. Behind him, part of a train car with visible signage can be seen. The image captures the essence of railroad travel during this period.
Harold J. McCraw was a dedicated railroad conductor known for his extensive career spanning over numerous years. His contributions to the railroad industry were notable, and this photograph commemorates the end of a distinguished journey across American railroads, making this an iconic piece of transportation history.
Text present on photo:
CHICAGO, NOV. 13 -- ALL ABOARD, THE LAST TIME-- Harold J. McCraw, 76, waves as he makes his second to the last trip as conductor from Chicago to Bloomington. The conductor makes his last run Thursday after having traveled some 6 million miles during his career as a railroader. (AP Laserphoto) (SP052095JO) 1980
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The press photo archives contained a mix of silver gelatin and wire photographs from sources such as Associated Press Wirephoto. Generally B&W images with no typed text on them in this archive are silver gelatin images, and photos with typed text are wire photos. All images are vintage and original to their era.
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