Engineer and businessman (1846-1914) best known for the invention of the air brake and for his energetic promotion of AC power distribution. DS, signed “Geo. Westinghouse, Jr.,” four pages, 8 x 13, July 10, 1895. Agreement between Rudolph Hoffeld and The Westinghouse Air Brake Company, granting an option to buy shares "of capital stock of the Automatic Air & Steam Coupler Company." Signed at the conclusion by Westinghouse as general manager of The Westinghouse Air Brake Company, John Caldwell as secretary, and Rudolph Hoffeld. In fine condition, with a staple-related tear to the top of each page.
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