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Balto. and Poto. R.R., profile of tracks in Washington.

Balto. and Poto. R.R., profile of tracks in Washington.

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Typewritten on label affixed to verso: Profile of Sixth St., M'd & V'a Ave's, from the tunnel to the Potomac, showing effects of sinking tracks, &c. 1890.
Blueprint annotated in yellow, red, and lead pencils.
Profile drawn in 3 segments.
Sectioned and mounted on cloth backing to fold to 22 x 14 cm.
Includes drawing of "P.R.R. standard 60000 lb. freight car on standard roadbed."
Available also through the Library of Congress Web site as a raster image.
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Date

01/01/1890
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Contributors

Baltimore and Potomac Railroad.
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Library of Congress
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