Gon loads of coal

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NW Mailing List wrote:


> On 9/22/2010 11:37 AM, NW Mailing List wrote:

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>> N&W Veterans,

>>  

>> How were gondola loads of coal unloaded prior to Rotary Dumpers? and 

>> related thereto, roughly when were those dumpers in use?

>>  

>> Thank you,

>> Dave Willis

>> (blt 1962, c/n 4)

>>

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>

> strong backs and D-handled shovels....in the early 20th century a 

> laborer was expected to move the proverbial 16 tons in a 12 hour shift. 

>

 
And through the drop doors in the floor.
 
Take care
Bill


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