This is a genuine Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) bus transfer ticket book, clearly marked with "MAR 29" and a unique identifier number "250000" and "00052". The item is a paper transfer pass featuring a detailed design that includes a compass rose indicating cardinal directions (N, S, E, W), a clock face numbered 1 through 12, and a grid map with various street numbers such as 1500W, 1000N, 2500E, 1500E, 1000S, and 2500W. The reverse side provides "Transfer regulations" printed in both English and Spanish, detailing the rules for its use, including the one-hour validity period from the time punched. This collectible piece of railroadiana offers a glimpse into historical public transportation practices in Chicago.
This listing includes one Chicago Transit Authority bus transfer ticket as pictured. It is made from paper/cardstock material. The design prominently features the "Bus" designation, the Chicago Transit Authority branding, and specific transfer rules. This item is ideal for collectors of transit memorabilia, railroadiana, or historical paper ephemera.