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Sibold, George Robert, 1874-1956

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1874 - 1956

Biographical Note

Born in Montgomery County, Virginia, George Robert Sibold attended Virginia Polytechnic Institute the class of 1898 but did not graduate. In 1897, he married Luella Price (1877-1967). They had two children, George (1899-1937) and Robert (1900-1981). George Sibold worked as a railroad engineer out of the Roanoke area for over 20 years. He died in Roanoke in February 1956.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

George Robert Sibold Collection

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-2025-049
Abstract The George Robert Sibold Collection consists of a hat and a button. The hat is navy blue with a black leather brim. Tied onto buttons right above the brim is red cord. The buttons holding the red cord are gold with the V.P.I. seal on them. Embroidered on the front of the hat are two crossing sticks and the letters "V" above them and "AMU" below them.The button is an oval shape with a maroon border and orange center. Maroon text on the button reads "VA. TECH." with two...
Dates: c.1890-1956