PRR Engine Ladder, 1952         
17th Street. Here is an image of a photo by John Dziobko, Jr., that was taken from the 17th Street Bridge in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on 25 Duly 1952. This was the site of the Pennsylvania Railroad's engine ladder and ready tracks at 17th Street. Gone are the roundhouse and all of the steam locomotives waiting to be serviced or to be of service. They have been replaced by acres anj acres of materiel used in the production of freight cars and cabin cars at the PRR's 12th Street Car Shops at the right. Partially visible at the left are the Passenger Station's trainshed and the 12th Street Footbridge. William E. Burket Collection.
Date: 7/25/1952 Location: Altoona, PA Views: 397 Collection Of:   Thomas C. Ayers
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
PRR Engine Ladder, 1952
Picture Categories: Bridge,Yard,Station,Passenger,Track This picture is part of album:  PRR: Old-Time PRR in Altoona, PA ~ 17th Street
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