Philadelphia and Trenton Railroad stock certificate 1946 (Pennsylvania)

Great railroad history! Nice vignette of a steam train with coal tender. Issued and cancelled. Unusual full certificate coloring. Dated 1946. Measures approximately 11.5 x 8 inches.   

The Philadelphia and Trenton Railroad (P&T) was an early Pennsylvania railroad, chartered in 1832, connecting Kensington (Philadelphia) to Morrisville at the New Jersey border, forming a crucial link in early rail networks, and eventually becoming part of the Pennsylvania Railroad system. It was instrumental in establishing rail service between Philly and NYC, though it faced competition and eventually integrated into larger systems.

Formation & Route:
Incorporated in 1832, it ran from Kensington, Philadelphia, north through Frankford and Bristol, to the Delaware River at Morrisville, PA.

Early Significance:
Opened in 1834, it provided a vital rail link to Trenton and New Jersey, competing with water transport and connecting to the Camden & Amboy Railroad for NYC access.

Connection to downtown Philly
In 1863 and 1866 the Junction Railroad opened, connecting the lines west of downtown. The Connecting Railway opened in 1867, finally giving the Philadelphia and Trenton Railroad a route into downtown.

Acquisition:
It was acquired by the Pennsylvania Railroad (PRR) in 1871, becoming a core part of the PRR's main line.

Modern Legacy:
Today, the P&T's path is largely incorporated into the Northeast Corridor (NEC), used by Amtrak and SEPTA services, highlighting its historical importance in the development of America's busiest rail corridor.

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