Vintage 1917 Northern Pacific Railway Trip Pass Seattle St. Paul Ephemera For Sale

Discover a fascinating piece of railroad history with this authentic Northern Pacific Railway Trip Pass from 1917. Issued to Mrs. M. Ensign of Kalamazoo, this pass granted travel from Seattle to Saint Paul, reflecting early 20th-century long-distance rail travel across the United States. The pass details its issuance on February 14th and expiration on April 14th, 1917, and notes it was for the \"Dep. Mother-in-law of W.F. McMichael C.T.& P.A. Michigan Central Ry. (AMC)\", offering a glimpse into the employee benefits and family connections within the railway industry of the era.This historical document features the distinct Northern Pacific Railway logo and includes signatures from company officials, such as L. R. Fellows, and the recipient, Mrs. M. Ensign. Measuring approximately 4 x 2.5 inches, it served as a non-transferable ticket for specific routes, excluding Trains 1 and 2. A remarkable collectible for railway enthusiasts, historical document collectors, or anyone interested in the social and economic aspects of early American transportation, this pass provides a tangible link to a bygone era of train travel and corporate privilege.