Southern Pacific Railroad Flyer Travis AFB Holidays Streamliner Ephemera For Sale

Discover a fascinating piece of railroad and military history with this vintage Southern Pacific Railroad flyer. This ephemera, likely from the mid-20th century, advertises \"Fast, Direct Service Home for the Holidays\" aboard S.P. streamliners at low-cost chair car fares. The front features a charming illustration of a couple relaxing in comfortable train seats, a classic depiction of Golden Age travel.What makes this flyer particularly unique is its origin: it was distributed at Travis Air Force Base. It lists contact information for an S.P. representative, B. R. Shierloh, at the \"Suisun-Fairfield Exchange - Travis Air Force Base,\" with a specific phone extension and the address \"Terminal Building - Hanger Avenue.\" This detail offers a rare glimpse into how military personnel and their families planned holiday travel during this era, connecting railroad services directly with a major air force base. The flyer also includes blank lines for fare, tax, and a detailed schedule of departures and arrivals, suggesting it was used by a travel agent or SP representative to customize itineraries. This collectible item is perfect for enthusiasts of railroadiana, military history, Travis AFB memorabilia, and mid-century advertising ephemera.