Remains of engine 35 which blew up at Basalt after Uncle Albert just gotten off
Date
[1895?]
Summary
Debris from the engine 35 explosion litters the tracks of the Colorado and Midland Railroad in Basalt, Colorado in Eagle County. Metal grates, wheels, and scraps from the locomotive are piled next to the tracks. A large locomotive wheel is on the opposite sides of the track. Spectators gather around the wreckage. Several people stand on top of the piles of debris. Wood-frame buildings are in the background.
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Reproduction Available for Purchase
Yes (digital reproduction)
Related Material
Image File: ZZR710007184
Notes
Hand-written on back of photoprint: Procured for me by Midberry of Basalt, R.W. and C.L. Daniels in Basalt Book.; Title hand-written on back of photoprint.; R7100071840
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