Chicago and Canada Southern Railway Co. Issued to and signed by Sidney Dillon - 1874 dated Autographed Stock Certificate

Sidney Dillon (1812-1892) Railroad-Builder, Financier. Dillon built a section of the Boston and Albany in 1840. Thereafter, he built thousands of miles of railroad in America and was principal contractor for the Union Pacific (1865-69). Served as director of that road and as its president. Stub at left border. Includes attractive portraits of both Vanderbilt and Dillon. Excellent Condition. Rare! From the Syracuse University Collection.