Adlake Lantern

Name/Title

Adlake Lantern

Description

The Adams & Westlake Co. railroad lantern. Wire cage protecting a glass globe, with a metal top and base. Wooden handle. Branded with "'Adlake' Reliable, New York Chicago Phila." Patent numbers radiating on rim of top. "Conductor Lantern"

Use

Designed to be mounted on a vehicle and used as a light and signal for railroads.

Collection

John Ricker

Acquisition

Accession

2026.043

Source or Donor

John Ricker

Acquisition Method

Donation

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Create Date

February 18, 2026

Update Date

March 25, 2026