Moses Benjamin Sherman was employed by the Northern Pacific RR for a number of years. We aren’t sure whether he worked in multiple locations or not but do know he and Susie lived in Drummond, Montana for a number of years while Moses worked for the railroad as the “Water Tender” in that location.
Here’s a picture of Moses and his son William Clay Sherman sitting near the water tower and the superstructure is clearly visible. We assume the small building directly behind them is the home of Moses and Susie.
In 1998 Mr. Ed and I visited Drummond and found that a water tower is still in existence there but we assume this tower is the source of drinking water for Drummond. The old NPRR tower was no doubt torn down years ago.
And last but far from least is Moses Sherman’s “Certificate of Annuity” from the railroad on his retirement November 8, 1938.
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Susan J. Edminster, Granite Falls Washington, 12 October, 2011, All Rights Reserved
Pictures and certificate are the sole property of Susan J. Edminster
