Antique Brass Railroad \"For Public Use\" Atascadero California Wax Seal Stamp For Sale

This antique brass wax seal stamp features the phrase \"For Public Use\" and was used in Atascadero, California for railroad-related documents. Crafted from durable brass, this stamp is a beautiful example of vintage desktop items.Its vintage appeal and unique history make it a great addition to any stamp or seal collection.
E.G Lewis had been trying to get the Southern Pacific Railroad Company to build a passenger/freight depot in Atascadero for years. Lewis had built a small rail depot close to the Curbaril Road rail crossing. This “depot” only had one small building where passengers could wait to remain out of the elements. As Atascadero grew, Lewis knew he needed a larger rail depot. Lewis was trying to get the S.P.R.R to build the depot voluntarily with no luck.In 1921, Southern Pacific granted the community a rail depot. The station was completed in May of 1922 at the cost of $35,000. It was constructed in the Italian renaissance style. Southern Pacific removed the station from Service in the late 1950s and it was torn down in 1964.