The Chicago Great Western Railroad (CGW) was a Class I railroad that linked Chicago, Minneapolis, Omaha and Kansas City. Through mergers and new construction, the railroad, named Chicago Great Western after 1892, quickly became a multi-state carrier. For auction is a preferred stock certificate from the CGW dated December 5, 1930; it is for 100 shares. The stock measures appx 12 x 8 1/2 inches and is printed on mid-quality bond paper. It is in very good condition, with no rips or tears; all writing/markings are from its issuance and processing. it has the customary cancellation punch holes.
