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Image of Railroad Avenue under construction, Seattle, circa 1905
1983.10.7325
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Railroad Avenue under construction, Seattle, circa 1905

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Good railroad service was vital to growth of Seattle as a seaport. Eight tracks were built in a 120-foot right-of-way along the waterfront. This made it easier to transfer freight between the railroad cars and waiting ships. This photo shows construction of a road alongside the railroad tracks. Railroad Avenue is now called Alaskan Way.

Handwritten on sleeve: R.R. Ave & 1st So. Under Const.
Webster & Stevens number: 3066
ID Number: 1983.10.7325
Date: Circa 1905
Creator(s): Webster & Stevens, Photographer
Physical Description: 1 glass negative : b&w ; 6 1/2 x 8 1/2 in.
Credit: MOHAI, PEMCO Webster & Stevens Collection, 1983.10.7325
Copyright: No Known Copyright
Subjects: Railroads, Street Views, Construction and Urban Planning

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