Original vintage Sacramento Pipe Works pocket notebook from 116 North 16th Street, Sacramento, California, containing handwritten automobile repair and body-work records dating from approximately 1938 through 1940.
Entries document period vehicle repairs including work on Chevrolet, Lincoln, Dodge and Ford automobiles, with notes for fenders, bumpers, tail lamps, radiator work, body repair, painting and related charges.
The cover is printed:
SACRAMENTO PIPE WORKS
116 North 16th Street
Sacramento, Calif.
Phone Main 204
The 116 North 16th Street property is recognized by the City of Sacramento as the historic Sacramento Pipe Works building, constructed in 1923.
A fascinating piece of 1930s–1940s California automotive, industrial and local business history, with numerous handwritten period service entries throughout.
Condition: Original used condition with substantial age toning, stains, pencil and ink writing, edge/corner wear, surface wear and handling consistent with shop use. Spiral binding remains present. Please examine photographs closely for exact condition.