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Frank J. Sprague death... "Father of Electric Traction"...

Item # 666421
October 26, 1934
THE NEW YORK TIMES, October 26, 1934

* Frank J. Sprague death
* "Father of Electric Traction"


The top of page 21 has a one column heading: "F. J. SPRAGUE DIES; TRACTION PIONEER" with subhead and photo. (See) First report coverage of the death of Frank J. Sprague, inventor who contributed to the development of the electric motor, railways & elevators.
Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete in 44 pages, light toning at the margins, nice condition.