Ogden, Logan & Idaho Railway; O.L.I.; Train
The Ogden, Logan and Idaho Railway #508 engine and passenger car travel along their route. Houses can be seen behind the fence to the right, but the location of the photo is not documented.
Somers, Raymond
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Raymond C. Somers Photograph Collection, 1865-1993 (P0324, Box 13, Folder 14, Image 8)
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Welcoming the First Ogden, Logan & Idaho Railway Train, Logan, Utah
Ogden, Logan & Idaho Railway; O.L.I.; Logan, Utah; Oregon Short Line Depot; Union Pacific Station
A crowd gathers at the Oregon Short Line Station on Center Street in Logan in 1915 to welcome the first O.L.I. train that would become part of the Utah-Idaho Central Railroad. The U.I.C. and O.S.L. shared the station on Center Street for a number of years before the U.I.C. disbanded the original Logan Rapid Transit Company lines.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Raymond C. Somers Photograph Collection, 1865-1993 (P0324, Box 13, Folder 14, Image 7)
U.I.C. Tracks Looking Toward Downtown Logan on Center Street
Utah-Idaho Central Railroad; U.I.C.; Railroad Tracks; Downtown Logan; Logan, Utah; Welcome Sign; Logan Rapid Transit Company; L.R.T.
This photo was taken from the U.I.C./O.L.I. lines on Center Street in Logan, facing downtown Logan and its sign welcoming travels to the city. An automobile can be seen crossing the tracks in the distance. The rail lines from this photo would have been a part of the streetcar service in Logan, provided originally by the Logan Rapid Transit Company and maintained by the U.I.C./O.L.I. until the mid 1920s.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Raymond C. Somers Photograph Collection, 1865-1993 (P0324, Box 13, Folder 14, Image 5)
Railroad Tracks; Track Checker; Utah-Idaho Central Railroad; U.I.C.
A railroad track checker on a modified bicycle analyzes and surveys the U.I.C./O.L.I. railroad tracks for conformity to regulations. Such regulations and inspections were necessary for the U.I.C. and O.L.I. to be part of many railway agencies and receive the benefits and certifications necessary to operate for all communities, businesses, and individuals that they served.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Raymond C. Somers Photograph Collection, 1865-1993 (P0324, Box 13, Folder 14, Image 4)
Main Street Looking South, Logan, Utah, 1915-1925
Main Street; Logan, Utah; Logan Tabernacle; Railroad Tracks; Utah-Idaho Central Railroad; U.I.C.
A view of Main Street looking South, taken sometime between 1915-1925. The Logan Tabernacle is in the background. U.I.C./O.L.I. tracks can be seen running down the center of Main Street. Automobiles and a horse and wagon also travel on the street.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Raymond C. Somers Photograph Collection, 1865-1993 (P0324, Box 13, Folder 11, Image 8)
Main Street Looking North, Logan, Utah, 1915-1925
Main Street; Logan, Utah; Logan Tabernacle; Railroad Tracks; Utah-Idaho Central Railroad; U.I.C.; Railroad Car
A view of Main Street looking North, taken sometime between 1915-1925. The Logan Tabernacle can be seen to the right. An O.L.I. or U.I.C. train travels along Main Street in the distance. A horse and wagon also travel on Main Street while a number of automobiles are parked on each side of the street.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Raymond C. Somers Photograph Collection, 1865-1993 (P0324, Box 13, Folder 11, Image 7)
Ogden, Logan & Idaho Railway Company Depot, Logan
Ogden, Logan & Idaho Railway Company; O.L.I.; Railway Depot; Main Street; Logan, Utah
The Ogden, Logan and Idaho Railway depot in Logan, Utah sometime before the company was reincorporated as the Utah-Idaho Central Railroad in 1919. The O.L.I. was established in 1915, so this photo was likely taken between then and 1919. This brick station was the most expensive of all U.I.C. stations, costing $20,000. The U.I.C. was noted for its high quality stations throughout its route of operation. This building still stands at the corner of 100 South and Main Street in Logan.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Raymond C. Somers Photograph Collection, 1865-1993 (P0324, Box 13, Folder 11, Image 2)
The U.I.C. Arrives for World War I Soldiers on Main Street, Logan
Raymond Somers; Utah-Idaho Central Railroad; U.I.C.; World War I; United States Army Soldiers; Main Street; Logan, Utah; Logan Tabernacle
The U.I.C. arrives in 1918 to collect and transport Cache Valley World War I soldiers to Salt Lake City for training and deployment. The Chicago Clothing Store, JRE, a café, The Oak, Murdock's, and the Riter Bros. Drug Company can all be seen on Main Street behind the line of soldiers.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Raymond C. Somers Photograph Collection, 1865-1993 (P0324, Box 11, Folder 4, Image 97)
World War I Soldiers Await the U.I.C. on Main Street, Logan - 3
World War I soldiers look on, in 1918, as a distant U.I.C. train arrives on Main Street in Logan to transport these soldiers to Salt Lake City for training and deployment. The collection finding aid notes that this is probably the 145th field artillery. Edwards Furniture can be seen in the background.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Raymond C. Somers Photograph Collection, 1865-1993 (P0324, Box 11, Folder 4, Image 95)
World War I Soldiers Await the U.I.C. on Main Street, Logan - 2
A World War I regiment, in 1918, from Cache Valley awaits the arrival of the U.I.C. in front of the Logan Tabernacle on Main Street before traveling to Salt Lake City for training and deployment. The collection finding aid notes that this is probably the 145th field artillery. Community citizens also gathered to see them off.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Raymond C. Somers Photograph Collection, 1865-1993 (P0324, Box 11, Folder 4, Image 94)
World War I Soldiers Await the U.I.C. on Main Street, Logan
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Raymond C. Somers Photograph Collection, 1865-1993 (P0324, Box 11, Folder 4, Image 93)
U.I.C. Train on Logan Main Street, 1920s
Raymond Somers; Utah-Idaho Central Railroad; U.I.C.; Logan, Utah; Main Street
This street scene shows a U.I.C. train on Main Street in Logan in the early 1920s. One person rides a bike near some of the earliest automobiles in the city.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Raymond C. Somers Photograph Collection, 1865-1993 (P0324, Box 9, Image 149)
Raymond Somers; Utah-Idaho Central Railroad; U.I.C.; Railroad Tracks
A view of U.I.C. Railroad tracks looking south, exact location is unknown.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Raymond C. Somers Photograph Collection, 1865-1993 (P0324, Box 8, Folder 1, Image 19)
Raymond Somers; Utah-Idaho Central Railroad; U.I.C.; Train; Railroad Tracks; Snow; Winter; Blizzard; Crowd
A U.I.C. train driving or stuck in the snow. A crowd of people watch, possibly the passengers as the train is freed from the snow. The image's collection notes state that the train is near a town when the photo was taken.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Raymond C. Somers Photograph Collection, 1865-1993 (P0324, Box 6, Image 6)
Main Street Businesses During the Construction of the Logan Rapid Transit Company Line, 1909-1910
Raymond Somers; Main Street; Logan, Utah; Cardon Jewelry; Dr. W.I. McNeil (Dentist); The Hub; Dr. Paulson (Dentist); Morrel's; Logan Rapid Transit Company; L.R.T.
A look at Main Street in Logan, Utah in 1909-1910 during construction of the Logan Rapid Transit Company rail lines. Cardon Jewelry, Dr. W. I. McNeil (dentist), The Hub, Dr. Paulson (Dentist), Morrels, and a drug store are visible.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Raymond C. Somers Photograph Collection, 1865-1993 (P0324, Box 4, Folder 19, Image 8)
Construction of the Logan Rapid Transit Lines, 1909-1910 - 4
Raymond Somers; Logan Rapid Transit Company; L.R.T.; Logan, Utah; Main Street; Utah-Idaho Central Railroad; U.I.C.; J.R. Edwards; James Quayle & Co.; The Oak Theatre; Thatcher Bros. Banking
Construction of the Logan Rapid Transit Company lines on Main Street in Logan, Utah in 1909-1910. The Chicago Clothing Store, J.R. Edwards, James Quayle & Co., The Oak Theatre, and other businesses can be seen in the background. Men in suits watch the progress of the construction workers who are engaged in their tasks and responsibilities.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Raymond C. Somers Photograph Collection, 1865-1993 (P0324, Box 4, Folder 19, Image 7)
Construction of the Logan Rapid Transit Lines, 1909-1910 - 3
Construction of the Logan Rapid Transit Company lines on Main Street in Logan, Utah in 1909-1910. J.R. Edwards, James Quayle & Co., The Oak Theatre, and other businesses can be seen in the background. Men in suits watch the progress of the construction workers who are engaged in their tasks and responsibilities.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Raymond C. Somers Photograph Collection, 1865-1993 (P0324, Box 4, Folder 19, Image 6)
Concrete for Construction of Logan Rapid Transit Lines, 1909-1910
Raymond Somers; Logan Rapid Transit Company; L.R.T.; Logan, Utah; Main Street; Utah-Idaho Central Railroad; U.I.C.
A steam engine delivers concrete on railcars for the continued construction of the Logan Rapid Transit Lines in 1909-1910. Construction workers are shown working with the concrete to construct the railroad grade.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Raymond C. Somers Photograph Collection, 1865-1993 (P0324, Box 4, Folder 19, Image 4)
Construction of the Logan Rapid Transit Lines, 1909-1910 - 2
Raymond Somers; Logan Rapid Transit Company; L.R.T.; Logan, Utah; Main Street; Utah-Idaho Central Railroad; U.I.C.; Cardon Jewelry; The Hub
Construction of the Logan Rapid Transit Company lines on Main Street in Logan, Utah in 1909-1910. A drug store, tailor, Cardon Jewelry, The Hub, and other businesses can be seen in the background. Men in suits watch the progress of the construction workers who are engaged in their tasks and responsibilities.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Raymond C. Somers Photograph Collection, 1865-1993 (P0324, Box 4, Folder 19, Image 3)
Construction of the Logan Rapid Transit Lines, 1909-1910
Construction of the Logan Rapid Transit Company lines on Main Street in Logan, Utah in 1909-1910. A tailor, Cardon Jewelry, The Hub, and other businesses can be seen in the background. Men in suits watch the progress of the construction workers who are engaged in their tasks and responsibilities.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Raymond C. Somers Photograph Collection, 1865-1993 (P0324, Box 4, Folder 19, Image 2)
U.I.C. Russell Double Track Snow Plow Train Engine
Raymond Somers; Utah-Idaho Central Railroad; U.I.C.; Russell Double Track Snow Plow; Snow Plow; Train Engine
A Russell Double-Track Snow Plow engine used by the U.I.C. Snow plow engines were crucial to the operation of the U.I.C. throughout the winter months in Cache Valley and northern Utah. A number of oral history interviews recall the train arriving on-time in any weather condition.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Raymond C. Somers Photograph Collection, 1865-1993 (P0324, Box 4, Folder 15, Image 7)
Railroad Tracks and Bridge with House, Franklin, Idaho
Railroad Tracks; Railroad Bridge; Franklin, ID; Utah-Idaho Central Railroad; U.I.C.; Ogden, Logan & Idaho Railway; O.L.I.
A closer shot of the U.I.C. Railroad bridge in Franklin, Idaho. There is also a better view of the home in the background.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Raymond C. Somers Photograph Collection, 1865-1993 (P0324, Box 2, Image 24)
Railroad Tracks and Bridge, Franklin, Idaho
A stretch of U.I.C. railroad track located in Franklin, Idaho. One of the U.I.C. Railroad bridges can be seen on this section of track. Houses can also be seen behind the trees to the left.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Raymond C. Somers Photograph Collection, 1865-1993 (P0324, Box 2, Image 3)
Photo and Statistics of Logan, Utah's Amalgamated Sugar Beet Factory, 1913
Amalgamated Sugar Company; Sugar Beets; Sugar Beet Factory; Logan, Utah; T.G. Palmer
The Amalgamated Sugar Company was originally established by David Eccles and his corporation in 1897, beginning in Ogden, Utah. The company provided financial support, and sugar became a central freight product, for the operations of the U.I.C. This photo is of the Logan Amalgamated Sugar Factory in 1913. On the reverse side of the photo is a list of facts about the factory and data about its production.
Palmer, T.G.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Leonard J. Arrington Photograph Collection, 1830-1995 (P0316, Box 2, Folder 5, Image 8)
Photo and Statistics of Ogden, Utah's Amalgamated Sugar Beet Factory, 1913
Amalgamated Sugar Company; Sugar Beets; Sugar Beet Factory; Ogden, Utah; T.G. Palmer
The Amalgamated Sugar Company was originally established by David Eccles and his corporation in 1897, beginning in Ogden, Utah. The company provided financial support, and sugar became a central freight product, for the operations of the U.I.C. This photo is of the Ogden Amalgamated Sugar Factory in 1913. On the reverse side of the photo is a list of facts about the factory and data about its production.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Leonard J. Arrington Photograph Collection, 1830-1995 (P0316, Box 2, Folder 5, Image 6)
Photo and Statistics of Lewiston, Utah's Amalgamated Sugar Beet Factory, 1913
Amalgamated Sugar Company; Sugar Beets; Sugar Beet Factory; Lewiston, Utah; T.G. Palmer
The Amalgamated Sugar Company was originally established by David Eccles and his corporation in 1897, beginning in Ogden, Utah. The company provided financial support, and sugar became a central freight product, for the operations of the U.I.C. This photo is of the Lewiston Amalgamated Sugar Factory in 1913. On the reverse side of the photo is a list of facts about the factory and data about its production.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Leonard J. Arrington Photograph Collection, 1830-1995 (P0316, Box 2, Folder 5, Image 1)
David Eccles; Bertha Eccles
David Eccles and his first wife, Bertha. The Eccles resided in Ogden, Utah and had 12 children together. David, as a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, participated in the practice of polygamy and was also married to Ellen Eccles who resided in Logan, Utah. Marriner Eccles and George Eccles were among the nine children of David and Ellen.
Unknown
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Leonard J. Arrington Photograph Collection, 1830-1995 (P0316, Box 1, Folder 9, Image 12a)
Cartoon of David Eccles and His Industrial Empire
David Eccles; Mining; Railroads; Lumber Industry; Agriculture; Sugar Industry; Oregon; Idaho; Wyoming; Utah
This is a cartoon portrayal of David Eccles and his many industries and companies. Eccles is surrounded by a railroad filled with sugar sacks, agricultural products, animals, and coins. In the background are four mountains representing the primary locations of his business interests: Oregon, Idaho, Wyoming, and Utah. In the Utah mountain is a mine labeled "Eccles Mine." Lumber and sugar were his primary industries outside of Utah.
L.A.B.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Leonard J. Arrington Photograph Collection, 1830-1995 (P0316, Box 1, Folder 9, Image 11)
David Eccles
One of the most famous photographs of David Eccles, this photo shows Eccles as mayor of Ogden in 1887-1888, and is used by many to represent his rise to success and prosperity from humble beginnings.
Ogden (Utah) City Recorder
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Leonard J. Arrington Photograph Collection, 1830-1995 (P0316, Box 1, Folder 9, Image 10)
A photograph of David Eccles, at the age of 51, in 1900. In 1900 Eccles and the Eccles Corporation established the Ogden Rapid Transit Company and started the foundation for what would become the Utah-Idaho Central Railroad.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Leonard J. Arrington Photograph Collection, 1830-1995 (P0316, Box 1, Folder 9, Image 8)
Eccles Family; David Eccles; William Eccles; Sarah Eccles; John Eccles; Sarah Baird; Stewart Eccles; Samuel Eccles; William Hutchinson Eccles; Margaret Swinger; Scotland; Utah
A photograph titled "The Eccles Family of Utah." This photo shows David Eccles with his parents and siblings, all of whom traveled from Scotland to Utah in 1863 as immigrants and settled near Ogden, Utah.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Leonard J. Arrington Photograph Collection, 1830-1995 (P0316, Box 1, Folder 9, Image 4)
Utah-Idaho Central Railroad Company Bond Coupons
Utah-Idaho Central Railroad; U.I.C.; Railroad Bond Coupons; Ogden Savings Bank; Ogden, Utah; Royal Eccles
A collection of bond coupons that were issued with the mortgage bond for the Utah-Idaho Central Railroad. These coupons were worth $15 for bondholders interested in investing in the company and its future development.
First Savings Bank of Ogden
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Miscellaneous Manuscript Collection (COLL MSS 244 Box 1 Fd. 8)
Logan Rapid Transit Company $500, Six Percent First Mortgage Gold Bond and Coupons, 1913
Logan Rapid Transit Company; Logan, Utah; Mortgage Bond; Railroad Bond Coupons; Ogden Savings Bank; Ogden, UT; Jos. Quinney
This gold bond was created for the inauguration of the Logan Rapid Transit Company on January 1, 1913. The bond was worth $500 with a 6% annual interest rate for the company's first mortgage. It was created and authorized by the Ogden Savings Bank. Attached are bond certificates worth $15 for the purpose of funding the company. The bond is stamped as paid on April 29, 1915 at the time that the Logan Rapid Transit Company and the Ogden Rapid Transit Company were merged into the Ogden, Logan and Idaho Railway Company.
Ogden Savings Bank
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Miscellaneous Manuscript Collection (COLL MSS 244 Box 1 Fd. 7)
S.J. Quinney Announcing Auction for U.I.C. Real Estate, July, 1947
S.J. Quinney; Theo Schneider; Utah-Idaho Central Railroad; U.I.C.; Railroad Abandonment; Real Estate Auction; Weber County, Utah; Box Elder County, Utah; Cache County, Utah; Franklin County, Idaho
On July 18, 1947, S.J. Quinney sent the following letter to announce the auctioning of all U.I.C. property throughout the counties of Utah and Idaho in which it had operated. Quinney had been appointed as receiver for the U.I.C. by the U.S. District Court and managed the sale of property, equipment, etc. for the repayment of company debts. Also attached is a form for the purpose of expediting bids in advance of the auction for those who are interested in doing so.
Schneider, Theo
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Herschel Bullen, Jr. Papers, 1883-1966 (MSS 178, Box 20, Folder 2, Items 9 & 10)
Preston to Moyle & Moyle on Options for Continuing the Service of the U.I.C. Lines, January, 1947
Geo. D. Preston; Oscar Moyle; Moyle and Moyle Attorneys at Law; Salt Lake City, Utah; Logan, Utah; Utah-Idaho Central Railroad; U.I.C.; Railroad Abandonment; Cache Valley, Utah; Denver & Rio Grande Railroad; D. & R.G.
A copy of a letter from Geo. Preston, the attorney from Logan, to Moyle and Moyle Attorneys at Law in Salt Lake City on January 10, 1947. Preston discusses some possible options for having the U.I.C. real estate and property sold to a bidder who can continue to operate the lines. He mentions that protests among the employees, businesses, and others affiliated with the railroad would be helpful in getting such a measure approved and accomplished.
Preston, Geo. D.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Herschel Bullen, Jr. Papers, 1883-1966 (MSS 178, Box 20, Folder 2, Items 2 & 3)
Hovey to Bullen, Logan Chamber of Commerce Meeting, January, 1947
Herschel Bullen; M.R. Hovey; Logan Chamber of Commerce; Utah-Idaho Central Railroad; U.I.C.; Railroad Abandonment; Lewiston, Utah; Logan, Utah; Smithfield, Utah; Hyde Park, Utah; Providence, Utah; Millville, Utah
This is a copy of a January 9, 1947 notice to Bullen from M.R. Hovey, Secretary of the Logan Chamber of Commerce, regarding a special meeting concerning businesses that will be affected by the abandonment of the U.I.C. and its lines of operation. Attached is also a list of the businesses in each community that are identified as having a relationship with the U.I.C.
Hovey, M.R.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Herschel Bullen, Jr. Papers, 1883-1966 (MSS 178, Box 20, Folder 2, Items 1 & 15)
Bullen Reply to Knickerbocker, Cache Valley Rail Service, September, 1947
Herschel Bullen; F.H. Knickerbocker; Union Pacific Railroad; U.P.; Cache Valley, Utah; Logan, Utah; Railroad Service
Bullen responded to Knickerbocker on September 10, 1947 and expressed surprise at the Union Pacific's hesitancy to invest the money for what Bullen calls "development purposes in the rich Cache Valley." He also states that business opportunities are arising and that he hopes the U.P. will continue to consider the option.
Bullen, Herschel
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Herschel Bullen, Jr. Papers, 1883-1966 (MSS 178, Box 20, Folder 2, Item 14)
F.H. Knickerbocker to Bullen, Cache Valley Service and Citizens, September, 1947
Herschel Bullen; F.H. Knickerbocker; Union Pacific Railroad; U.P.; Cache Valley, Utah; Logan, Utah; Lester Jarvis; Utah-Idaho Central Railroad; U.I.C.
Here Knickerbocker responded to Bullen on September 8, 1947 and informed him that the cost for the U.P. to purchase and upgrade the U.I.C.'s abandoned lines would be too great for the company and that they did not justify the expense of $35,000 for that purpose. He does inform Bullen that they will keep Lester Jarvis in mind for any future opportunities.
Knickerbocker, F.H.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Herschel Bullen, Jr. Papers, 1883-1966 (MSS 178, Box 20, Folder 2, Item 13)
Bullen to Union Pacific, Cache Valley Service and Citizens, September, 1947
Herschel Bullen; Fred Knickerbocker; Union Pacific Railroad; U.P.; Cache Valley, Utah; Logan, Utah; Lester Jarvis
Bullen's letter of September 5, 1947 shows Bullen continuing to try to persuade Knickerbocker and the Union Pacific of the value of providing services in place of the abandoned U.I.C. He describes Cache Valley as economically stable and a great opportunity for business. He also asks for Knickerbocker to consider Lester Jarvis, a local, for any open employment opportunities.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Herschel Bullen, Jr. Papers, 1883-1966 (MSS 178, Box 20, Folder 2, Item 12)
S.J. Quinney to Herschel Bullen, Auction of U.I.C. Real Estate, August, 1947
S.J. Quinney; Herschel Bullen; Utah-Idaho Central Railroad; U.I.C.; Railroad Abandonment; Real Estate Auction; Receivership; U.I.C. Receiver; Cache Valley, Utah; Logan Herald
Following the abandonment of the lines of the U.I.C., S.J. Quinney oversaw the auctioning of U.I.C. property and real estate as the appointed receiver for the company. In this August 6, 1947 letter from Quinney to Bullen, Quinney informs Bullen of the time and procedure for the Cache Valley portion of the auction, and of its publication in the Logan Herald.
Quinney, S.J.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Herschel Bullen, Jr. Papers, 1883-1966 (MSS 178, Box 20, Folder 2, Item 11)
Letter from I.C.C. Regarding Abandonment of the U.I.C., June, 1947
Oliver E. Sweet; Herschel Bullen; Utah-Idaho Central Railroad; U.I.C.; Interstate Commerce Commission; I.C.C.; Railroad Abandonment; Logan, Utah; Washington, D.C.; Union Pacific Railroad; U.P.
As the U.I.C. petitioned for bankruptcy, Bullen reached out to the Interstate Commerce Commission to support the protest of some Cache Valley citizens and companies against the petition. Bullen also asked the I.C.C. to consider the obligation of the Union Pacific to take over the lines if needed. Oliver E. Sweet responded on June 11, 1947 stating that the hearing for the petition of bankruptcy had no opposing voices and that the local courts would need to decide about the situation with the U.P.
Sweet, Oliver E.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Herschel Bullen, Jr. Papers, 1883-1966 (MSS 178, Box 20, Folder 2, Item 8)
Union Pacific Letter, Decision Regarding Former U.I.C. Lines, May, 1947
F.H. Knickerbocker; Herschel Bullen; Utah-Idaho Central Railroad; U.I.C.; Railroad Abandonment; Railroad Lines; Logan, Utah; Union Pacific Railroad; U.P.
F.H. Knickerbocker, Executive Assistant of the Union Pacific Railroad, responds to Bullen's request that the Union Pacific purchase and continue to operate the lines of the U.I.C. that are to be abandoned. Written on May 13, 1947, Knickerbocker is doubtful that the U.P. will choose to purchase the lines due to the cost of converting the lines for steam trains.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Herschel Bullen, Jr. Papers, 1883-1966 (MSS 178, Box 20, Folder 2, Item 7)
U.I.C. Abandonment Letter, Geo. Preston to Herschel Bullen, February, 1947
Herschel Bullen; Geo. D. Preston; Attorney; Utah-Idaho Central Railroad; U.I.C.; Railroad Abandonment; Union Pacific Railroad; U.P.; Logan, Utah; Oregon Short Line; O.S.L.; Judge Johnson
This letter from Geo. Preston, an Attorney in Logan, Utah, refers to a hearing over the Utah-Idaho Central Railroad and its future operation. Preston notes on February 14, 1947 that the situation seemed to be hopeless, that the financial situation of the U.I.C. was beyond the ability to maintain operations, and that Judge Johnson could not be persuaded to rule in favor of continuing the U.I.C. Preston does state that the line connecting Logan to the O.S.L. to Main Street could continue to be used temporarily under certain conditions.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Herschel Bullen, Jr. Papers, 1883-1966 (MSS 178, Box 20, Folder 2, Item 4)
Ogden, Logan, and Idaho Railway; O.L.I.; Salt Lake City, Utah; Providence, Utah; Waybill Abstract; Utah-Idaho Central Railroad; U.I.C.; Providence Station; A. Frederick; Hardware; Freight
A sample page of the "Daily Abstract of Local Waybills Received" by the Providence Station of the Ogden, Logan and Idaho Railway on April 29, 1918. These bills provide information regarding the type of freight, its place of origin, its weight, and cost for daily transactions in Providence. This specific bill records hardware from Salt Lake City, Utah. A. Frederick is listed as the station agent.
The Ogden, Logan, and Idaho Railway Company
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Utah Idaho Central Railway Providence Station Records, 1918-1919 (MSS 163, Box 2, Folder 4, Item 15)
O.L.I. Waybill Abstract, April 27, 1918 from Salt Lake City, Utah
Ogden, Logan, and Idaho Railway; O.L.I.; Salt Lake City, Utah; Providence, Utah; Waybill Abstract; Utah-Idaho Central Railroad; U.I.C.; Providence Station; A. Frederick; Dry Goods; Eggs; Groceries; Fruit; Cheese; Freight
A sample page of the "Daily Abstract of Local Waybills Received" by the Providence Station of the Ogden, Logan and Idaho Railway on April 27, 1918. These bills provide information regarding the type of freight, its place of origin, its weight, and cost for daily transactions in Providence. This specific bill records dry goods, egg cases, groceries, fruit, and cheese from Salt Lake City, Utah. A. Frederick is listed as the station agent.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Utah Idaho Central Railway Providence Station Records, 1918-1919 (MSS 163, Box 2, Folder 4, Item 14)
O.L.I. Waybill Abstract, April 27, 1918 from Ogden, Utah
Ogden, Logan, and Idaho Railway; O.L.I.; Ogden, Utah; Providence, Utah; Waybill Abstract; Utah-Idaho Central Railroad; U.I.C.; Providence Station; A. Frederick; Groceries; Hardware; Freight
A sample page of the "Daily Abstract of Local Waybills Received" by the Providence Station of the Ogden, Logan and Idaho Railway on April 27, 1918. These bills provide information regarding the type of freight, its place of origin, its weight, and cost for daily transactions in Providence. This specific bill records groceries and hardware from Ogden, Utah. A. Frederick is listed as the station agent.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Utah Idaho Central Railway Providence Station Records, 1918-1919 (MSS 163, Box 2, Folder 4, Item 13)
Ogden, Logan, and Idaho Railway; O.L.I.; Ogden, Utah; Providence, Utah; Waybill Abstract; Utah-Idaho Central Railroad; U.I.C.; Providence Station; A. Frederick; Fruit; Freight
A sample page of the "Daily Abstract of Local Waybills Received" by the Providence Station of the Ogden, Logan and Idaho Railway on April 22, 1918. These bills provide information regarding the type of freight, its place of origin, its weight, and cost for daily transactions in Providence. This specific bill records fruit from Ogden, Utah. A. Frederick is listed as the station agent.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Utah Idaho Central Railway Providence Station Records, 1918-1919 (MSS 163, Box 2, Folder 4, Item 12)
Ogden, Logan, and Idaho Railway; O.L.I.; Smithfield, Utah; Providence, Utah; Waybill Abstract; Utah-Idaho Central Railroad; U.I.C.; Providence Station; A. Frederick; Freight
A sample page of the "Daily Abstract of Local Waybills Received" by the Providence Station of the Ogden, Logan and Idaho Railway in March, 1918. These bills provide information regarding the type of freight, its place of origin, its weight, and cost for daily transactions in Providence. This specific bill records freight from Smithfield, Utah. A. Frederick is listed as the station agent.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Utah Idaho Central Railway Providence Station Records, 1918-1919 (MSS 163, Box 2, Folder 4, Item 1)
O.L.I. Shipping Order, North American Fruit Exchange, 1919
Ogden, Logan, and Idaho Railway; O.L.I.; Utah-Idaho Central Railroad; U.I.C.; North American Fruit Exchange; Providence, Utah; Omaha, Nebraska; Railroad Freight; Bulk Apples
Shipping orders from the Providence Station record the relationships that businesses and individuals in Providence had with other parts of Utah and the United States. This shipping order, on behalf of the Utah Fruit Exchange, is for "Bulk Apples" to be shipped to the North American Fruit Exchange in Omaha, Nebraska. The reverse side includes the company's conditions for shipping, handling, etc.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Utah Idaho Central Railway Providence Station Records, 1918-1919 (MSS 163, Box 2, Folder 1, Item 7)
O.L.I. Shipping Order, Anton Kohler, 1918
Ogden, Logan, and Idaho Railway; O.L.I.; Utah-Idaho Central Railroad; U.I.C.; Anton Kohler; Providence, Utah; Ogden, Utah; Railroad Freight; Farm Tools; Blacksmith Vice; Wheelbarrow
Shipping orders from the Providence Station record the relationships that businesses and individuals in Providence had with other parts of Utah and the United States. This shipping order, on behalf of Anton Kohler, is for a wheelbarrow, three bundles of farm tools, one blacksmith vice, and three sacks of farm tools to be shipped to himself in Ogden, Utah. The reverse side includes the company's conditions for shipping, handling, etc.
Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives, Utah Idaho Central Railway Providence Station Records, 1918-1919 (MSS 163, Box 2, Folder 1, Item 6)