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The Maine Central Railroad (MEC) was a regional carrier that served southern Maine. Lines extended into New Hampshire and Vermont into Quebec, Canada and also into New Brunswick, Canada. It began operations in 1862 but was acquired by Guilford Transportation Industries in 1981; Guilford was later renamed Pan Am Systems, which today operates most of the former MEC trackage and continues to carry the MEC name.

For auction is a Maine Central Railroad "1st Mortgage & Collateral Bond" for $1,000. Attached are 5 bond payment coupons. The Bond is dated April 1, 1955, was due April 1, 1980, and paid 5% twice annually. This document measures appx 16x10 inches and is printed on heavy paper. This item is in excellent condition. All writing/markings are from its issuance and processing. There are no rips or tears,