LONDON MIDLAND & SCOTTISH RAILWAY. Official Items
246-2079. BARRIE, D.S. Modern Locomotives of the L.M.S. Issued with the authority of the London Midland & Scottish Railway by The Locomotive Publishing Co. Ltd., London. (1937). First edition. 5.5" x 8.5". Pictorial paper cover. 34 pages, illustrated by 29 photos. Giving a descriptive history of the companies motive power with attractive pictures. The cover shows a colour photo of the splendid No. 6220 "Coronation" in the blue livery. Ottley 6825. Cover a little age grubby.
246-2080. Between Harpenden & St. Pancras. Third Class, Weekly Season Ticket. 2.25" x 3.25", light card. Issued July 1929. Very fine condition.
246-2081. Ditto but Between Heaton Chapel & Heaton Moor and Manchester (L.Rd or May). Via Longsight. April 1937. Very fine condition.
246-2082. Goods Invoice. (71620). 3" x 9.75". Rubber stamped from L.M.S. & L.N.E. Luton", written in 1946. Fine condition.
246-2083. London Midland and Scottish Railway Company. Statement of Dividends for the Half-Year Ended 30th June 1931. O. Glynne Roberts, Secretary, Euston Station, London. 5.5" x 8.25". As sent to a Proprietor. Fine condition.
246-2084. Statement on Goods Carried Account. (28306/531). 5.25" x 10.5". Rubber stamped from "Glasgow" Mineral Office", written in 1934.
246-2085. London, Tilbury, and Southend Railway Act 1911. For further powers with respect to the electrical working of the railway. 18th August 1911. H.M. Government, London. 10.25" x 7", 17 pages. Disbound. Generally fine condition.
LONDON TRANSPORT. 1st January 1948 and through to date. Official Items
246-2086. BARKER, T.C. & ROBBINS, Michael. A History of London Transport. Passenger Travel and the Development of the Metropolis. Vol. One. The Nineteenth Century. George Allen & Unwin Ltd, London, for the London Transport Board. 1963. 1st edition. 10" x 6.25" cloth boards in a very good condition wrapper. Frontis plate + xxxii + 412 pages illustrated by 11 maps + 58 pages with 118 photos. The official history, covering all the forms of passenger transport. Ottley 754. Very fine condition.
246-2087. LEE, Charles E. The Metropolitan Line. Westminster: London Transport. April 1973. Reprint. 8.5" x 5.5", printed light card cover. Frontis photo plate + 32 pages with 2 maps + 16 pages with 38 photos. A brief history. Ottley 12330. Very fine condition.
246-2088. LEE, Charles E. Seventy Years of the Central. Westminster: London Transport. 1971. Reprint. 8.5" x 5.5", printed light card cover. Frontis plate + 32 pages with 2 maps and a drawing + (12) pages with 25 photos. A history of the Central Line Railway. Ottley 8710. As new condition.
246-2089. London Transport. Blake Hall to a station at Cheap Day Return Fare of One Pound. Ticket. Light card, 2.25" x 1.25", black on green. This and those following have not been issued and are in mint condition.
246-2090. Ditto, same but for fare of Two Pounds.
246-2091. Travelcard. Zone 3a outer. Monthly. GBP.10-70. Issued at North Ealing, September 1983. 3" x 2", light card. With list of Underground Lines on which card is valid, on the verso. Near mint condition.
246-2092. Ditto but Zone 3b outer. Issued at Wembley Park, August 1984. Near mint condition.
246-2093. The London Underground Map. Colour Picture Postcard. J. Arthur Dixon. circa 1990. Card PLO 00477. 4.5" x 6.75". With the famous diagram map with all stations named. Unused. Near mint condition.
246-2094. LOWERY, Dave. Model Railways. A Complete Guide to the Hobby. Hemel Hempstead: Argus Books. 1993. Second impression. 12" x 8.5", cloth boards in a fine condition wrapper. 144 pages with many photos and several drawings & diagrams + 16 pages of colour photos. Quite comprehensive. Fine condition.
246-2095. Lyon (Rhone), En avion sur. (Pilote-operateur R. Henrard). Gare de Perrache et cours Charlemagne. Photographic Postcard. Ed. "La Cigogne", Lyon (Rhone). 1956. Card 69.999.56. 4" x 5.75", deckle-edges. Posted in Paris, 1958.
MAATSCHAPPIJ tot EXPLOITATIE van STAATSSPOORWEGEN, THE NETHERLANDS. Official Item
246-2096. Hoofdafmetingen van de Vee.., Paarden.., Hout. en Plattewagens der Maatschappij tot Exploitatie van Staatsspoorwegen. Utrecht. 27 Februari 1875. 11" x 7.25", title page + 25 pages, each showing a different type of goods wagon, with a detailed side and end elevation drawing, with major dimensions. Company numbers, brief specifications, dates, name of builder and notes are given. Dutch text. This is the official issue for company use only, there are several amendments and annotations in ink and pencil. Most informative and from a quite early period. Scarce. This copy lacks the paper covers and has some loose pages, showing signs of use but without serious damage.
246-2097. McGREGOR, John A. All Stations to Mallaig! The West Highland Line since nationalisation. Truro: D. Bradford Barton Ltd. 1982. 1st edition. 8.25" x 5.25" pictorial paper cover. 112 pages with a sketch map & plan and 18 photos. Very fine condition.
246-2098. MAGG, Dr.-Ing. Julius. Dieselmaschinen. Grundlagen, Bauarten, Probleme. Berlin: VDI - Verlag G.m.b.H. 1928. Original printing. 11.75" x 8.5", cloth boards with gilt title on spine and cover. Frontis plate with a portrait drawing of Dr.-Ing. Rudolf Diesel + 14 + 278 pages + 9 fold-out plates, with overall a total of 355 scale drawings, diagrams and photos. German text. A highly detailed technical work on various aspects of the diesel engine power unit as employed in marine and industrial purposes, including power stations and railway locomotives. Fine condition.
246-2099. Manchester, Sheffield & Lincolnshire Railway. Hull to .... Parcel's Way Bill. (265). 4.25" x 9", written in 1873.
246-2100. Manchester Sheffield and Lincolnshire Railway. Locomotive Engine Numbers 1 to 5, & 52. Alteration of trailing end of engine. Manuscript Engineers Drawing. No. 1308, dated 11th May 1868 and signed. The master drawing executed at the Locomotive Drawing Office, Gorton Works. In ink and water colour. 25.5" x 37" on linen backed cartridge paper to a scale of 3 inches to one foot. Showing a general arrangement view of part of the engines trailing end, in fully detailed side and end elevations and sectional plan, with dimensions and constructional notes. The alteration involves strengthening the main frame (which most surprisingly for this company are single frames), and giving better protection to the open footplate from the rear coupled wheels. A superb piece, some age grubbiness and showing signs of use but without damage.
246-2101. Manchester, Sheffield, and Lincolnshire Railway. Memorandum. (270). 4.75" x 7.5". Rubber stamped from "M.S. & L.Ry. Co. Steveley Wks. for Barrow Hill". Written in 1895. Generally fine condition.
246-2102. Manchester, Sheffield and Lincolnshire Railway. Secretary's Office, Manchester. Small Headed Letter. Written in 1858, to a Bond Holder. Quite early. Fine condition.
246-2103. Manchester, South Junction, and Altrincham Railway. From London Road Station. (Manchester). Parcels Tranship Way Bill. (225). 4.5" x 9.275", black on yellow. Written in 1901.
246-2104. Manchester, South Junction, and Altrincham Railway. From Oxford Road Station (Manchester). Parcels Tranship Way Bill. (225). 5" x 9.75", black on yellow. Written 1901.
246-2105. Manchester South Junction and Altrincham Railway. Oxford Road Station, Manchester. Memo, from the Manager's Office. 5.75" x 9". Written 1897.
246-2106. MARSDEN, Colin J. Preserved Locomotives, 1983. Ian Allan Ltd, London. 1983. 1st edition. In the "ABC" series. 7" x 5", pictorial paper cover. 64 pages illustrated by several photos. Giving a listing of steam, diesel and electric locomotives, with brief specifications, individual numbers and location. A useful reference. Very fine condition.
246-2107. MEASOM, George. The Official Illustrated Guide to the South-Eastern, and Mid-Kent Railways, and all their Branches: with descriptions of the most important manufactories in the towns on the lines. Charles Griffin & Co., London, under the Authority of the Directors (of the railway). Circa 1863. 7" x 4.75", three--quarter leather boards with title on spine. 48 pages of Introduction and census abstracts + 446 pages illustrated by 250 engravings, and including an addenda. Giving a delightful account of 'The Garden of England' at a period when the title was still justified. This is a scarce guide, this edition is not shown in Ottley. The front and rear hinges to the covers have been crudely repaired; the front free end paper and first leaf have a torn piece missing from the front edge; the whole book shows signs of being used; it is likely that a leaf is missing at the end after the addenda, possibly a publishers advert as there is no apparent loss of text. Nevertheless there is much of importance and interest in this item. With all faults but still a great find.
246-2108. The Metropolitan and Saint John's Wood Railway Act, 1873. To construct railways; for further powers; and other purposes. 5th August 1873. London: H.M. Government. 10.75" x 7", 34 pages. Disbound. Generally fine condition.
246-2109. Metropolitan District Railway Company. Printed Notice to a Proprietor giving the purpose of a Special General Meeting which has been called for the 23rd April 1903. Wm. Jones, Secretary, St. James' Park Station, Broadway, Westminster. 10.25" x 8.25", 2 pages + a Form of Proxy, which has not been used. Various important matters were to be dealt with.
246-2110. Metropolitan District Railway Company. Statement of Interest on Debenture Stock for the Half-Year ending 31st December 1895. Wm. Jones, Secretary. Parliament Mansions, Victoria Street, London. 5.25" x 8", black on green. As sent to a Proprietor.
246-2111. Metropolitan District Railway. Statement of Dividend on Consolidated Rent Charge Stock and Debenture Stock for the Half-year ending 31st December 1917. W. E. Mandelick, Secretary, Electric Railway House, Broadway, Westminster. 5" x 8", black on pink. As sent to a Proprietor. Very fine condition.
246-2112. Metropolitan Outer Circle Railway (Extension of Time) Act, 1893. 27th July 1893. London: H.M. Government. 10.5" x 7.25", 3 pages. Disbound. Fine condition.
246-2113. Metropolitan Railway Company, Baker Street Station, London. Part Printed Acknowledgement letter regarding the registration of Transferred Stock in the Company. W. H. Brown, Secretary. 8" x 5". Written 1919.
246-2114. Metropolitan Railway Company. Statement of Dividends on Consolidated and Preference Stocks for the Half-Year ending 31st December 1883. J. M. Eyles, Secretary. Offices 32 Westbourne Terrace, Paddington. 5.5" x 8.5". As sent to a Proprietor. Fine condition.
246-2115. Metropolitan Railway Act, 1873. For further powers. 21st July 1873. H.M. Government, London. 10.5" x 7", 21 pages. This and that following are disbound and in fine condition.
246-2116. Ditto but Act, 1911. To widen railways; and other purposes. 18th August 1911. 28 pages.
246-2117. Metropolitan Railway Act, 1910. To acquire lands; extend time; to construct works jointly with other companies; and for other purposes. 26th July 1910. London: H.M. Government. 10.5" x 7.25", 14 pages. Disbound. Generally fine condition.
246-2118. Midland, and Glasgow & South-Western Railways. Third Class Dining Carriage. Rolling Stock Diagram. No. D.558. By the M.R. Carriage & Wagon Department, Derby. Original drawings, circa 1890s. Office copy. 12.5" x 25.5", company print, to a scale of 1/4" to one foot. Showing a semi-detailed side and end elevation, external, and an interior plan view. With major dimensions, weight and brief notes. This is a 12 wheeled carriage with 2 compartments, 35 seats, 2 lavatories, 1 kitchen, 1 pantry. Important history. relating to the London to Scotland Expresses. This and that following have printed titles and are rubber stamped "B.R. L.M.R. C & W. Drawing Office, Derby." and dated 1958. They are rolled in generally very fine condition.
246-2119. Ditto but Midland and North British. Composite Dining Carriage. D.563. 12 wheel, 2 firsts, 8 seats, 1 third, 11 seats, 2 lavatories, 1 kitchen, 1 attendants compartment, 1 pantry.
246-2120. Midland Railway Company. Part Printed Enclosure Note. James Williams, Secretary, Derby. 6.75" x 8.25", black on blue. Written in 1871 to a Shareholder. Generally fine condition.
246-2121. Midland Railway Company. Statement of Dividend on Consolidated Stock & Shares, for period ending 31st December 1880. J. Williams, Secretary, Derby. 7.5" x 8.75". As sent to a Proprietor.
246-2122. Midland Railway. First Class Vestibule Carriage. Rolling Stock Diagram. No. D 540. Archive copy. By the Carriage and Wagon Department, Derby. This and those following were built during the nineteenth century. 12.5" x 25.5", company print, to a scale of 4 feet to one inch. Showing semi-detailed side and end elevation exterior views, and an interior plan. With major dimensions, weight and brief notes. This is an eight wheeled carriage without through corridor connections, 2 First class compartments each with a lavatory. These sheets are all rubber stamped "British Railways, L.M.R. Drawing Office, Derby C & W." and print dated 1957 or 1958. All are rolled and in very fine condition.
246-2123. Ditto but Third Class Vestibule Carriage. D 541. 2 Thirds, 2 lavatories.
246-2124. Ditto but Officer's Inspecting Saloon. No. 2552. Diagram D 543. Eight wheeled, non-corridor. 2 Saloons, a Kitchen, Guards Compartment, Luggage Compartment and Lavatory, viewing platform at one end.
246-2125. Ditto but Restaurant Third Class Brake. D 544. Eight Wheeled, Corridor. 2 Thirds, Kitchen, Lavatory, Brake Compartment.
246-2126. Ditto but 60 feet Third Class Saloon. D 545. Twelve Wheeled, Corridor. 4 Saloons, 2 Lavatories.
246-2127. Ditto but Third Class Saloon. D 546. Eight wheeled, Corridor. 2 Saloons, 2 Lavatories.
246-2128. Ditto but Third Class Corridor Carriage. D 547. 7 Thirds, 2 Lavatories.
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