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Image of Regrade dirt train, circa 1913
1983.10.9298
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Regrade dirt train, circa 1913

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Earth was moved in a variety of ways during Seattle's regrading projects. In this photo, taken around 1913, an engine pulls cars full of dirt along a track. Some of these rail lines were movable and could be shifted to wherever they were needed.

Webster & Stevens number: 20062
ID Number: 1983.10.9298
Date: Circa 1913
Creator(s): Webster & Stevens, Photographer
Physical Description: 1 negative : glass, b&w ; 5 x 7 in.
Credit: MOHAI, PEMCO Webster & Stevens Collection, 1983.10.9298
Copyright: No Known Copyright
Subjects: Regrades, Construction and Urban Planning, Railroads

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