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Graham, George E.

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George E. Graham (1870-1953)

Graham became Vice President and General Manager of the DAR in 1915, shortly the CPR purchase of the line. He brought in a vigorous modernization plan, building the Kentville Roundhouse, introducing heavier locomotives and advanced operational techniques from the CPR. Graham retired in 1940 and was replaced by H.J. Humphrey of Montreal.[1] He died on March 25 1953.[2]

References

  1. Locomotive Engineers Journal, Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers (1940) p. 584, Reference courtesy Jay Underwood, Nova Scotia Railway Heritage Society
  2. The Railway Gazette, Volume 98 (1953) p. 461, reference courtesy Jay Underwood

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