January 22, 2007, 06:48
John Scott"The Sangamo" ...what is it?
"The Sangamo" ...what is it?
Illinois watch admirers may be interested in the accompanying picture of The Sangamo, Springfield, Illinois. Are there any comments, explanations, please?
John Scott
January 23, 2007, 06:36
John ScottLindell
You have been to quite some trouble to track down valuable information to extend our understanding of the background to the naming of the prestige Illinois railroad watch. Efficient work, as ever!
It is particularly pleasing to know that the building that housed the Sangamo Club is not only still standing but well preserved. The architects have been at work above the front door but they haven't done a bad job.
Evidently the grade name Sangamo given to the watch reflected local pride and prestige. It is intriguing that the quality of the product could have been so great that the aura was able to spread far and wide.
John Scott