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Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen Commemorative Print, Late 19th Century - A late 19th-century sepia-toned commemorative print for the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen, mounted on cardboard backing. The design features allegorical figures, including winged cherubs and a woman, framing various vignettes that illustrate themes of ”SOBRIETY,” ”BENEVOLENCE,” and ”INDUSTRY” within the context of the labor organization. Prominent text includes ”BROTHERHOOD OF RAILROAD TRAINMEN” at the top, ”OUR BROTHERHOOD” at the bottom, and details such as ”ORGANIZED, SEPT. 23ᴰ 1883.” and ”ONEONTA, N.Y.” The reverse side bears handwritten script: ”H. A. Rood. Corning Lodge No. 195.”