The info we got it was from the fair. I need to research the builders plate and see when it was built. I thought Crown started building equipment sometime after the fair was held, but am not positive. Crown Manufacturing was started by the same person that built the Link aircraft trainer simulator during WW 2. The military museum I belong to has one of the simulators on display.
Orginal member of engine crew, North County, Pacific and Creek Railroad. Conductor, Pacific Coast Railroad at the Santa Margarita Ranch. Retired Firefighter, Collector of RGS memorabilia, and narrow gauge toys.