1936 Print Jimmy Mason Chicago Terminal Keeshin Freight Superintendent FZ2

This is an original 1936 halftone print of Jimmy Mason working for Keeshin Transcontinental Freight Lines, Inc. at the Chicago, Illinois terminal. The caption writes, "120 drivers take orders from him. He is Jimmy Mason, terminal superintendent, and he sits in this noisy cubicle from 6:30 A. M. until the last truck has pulled out for the highway late at night. He makes out the routes, assigns trucks and drivers, handles the aggravations and crises of freight-terminal operation with steely equanimity."

CONDITION

This 75+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine+. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is print on the reverse.

• Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine+
• Dimensions: Approximately 4.75 x 6.25 inches; 12 x 16 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Keywords specific to this image: trucking, drivers, driving, John Keeshin, John Hertz, portraiture, business

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