John McGie tree - Canadian County History Museum - El Reno, OK
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Tree honoring John McGie for his work with the Chicago Rock Island & Pacific Railroad
Waymark Code: WMFJA9
Location: Oklahoma, United States
Date Posted: 10/25/2012
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This tree placed in memory of John McGie is located on the grounds of the Canadian County History Museum. The tree is located near the old one-room school house, by the entrance to the museum.
Text on plaque:
Rock Island Lines
1852 1922
Seventieth Anniversary
October tenth
The Memorial Tree planted nearby is dedicated by the Rock Island in affectionate memory of
John McGie
Who by his industry courage and loyalty through every vicissitude signally aided in the development of the
Chicago Rock Island & Pacific Railway
into a great transportation system
Devoted to the public service
Location of the tree: Canadian County History Museum
Type of tree: unknown
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