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- Presentation of '4008'Among the bridge highlights on July 30,1960 was the presentation of the steam locomotive '4008' to the town of Rainy River by C.N.R. VP J.R. McMillian. Among those on the platform with the vice president of western region Mr. McMillian (at front) are Hon. James Maloney,Min.of Mines(left), Mrs. McMillian, Hon. …Among the bridge highlights on July 30,1960 was the presentation of the steam locomotive '4008' to the town of Rainy River by C.N.R. VP J.R. McMillian. Among those on the …Rainy River Public Library
- C.N.R. BridgeThe Canadian National Railway bridge was almost complete in this photo that was taken in 1901.The Canadian National Railway bridge was almost complete in this photo that was taken in 1901.Rainy River Public Library
- C.N.R. Roundhouse and TurntableRailroaders would have to dig into their memory to recall the above scene. The name on the train in the photo reads 'North Pacific Manitoba'. The roundhouse or turntable was used at the C.N.R. shops to service the locomotives that were in for repair. The Turntable would turn the trains …Railroaders would have to dig into their memory to recall the above scene. The name on the train in the photo reads 'North Pacific Manitoba'. The roundhouse or turntable was …Rainy River Public Library
- Driving Piles at the Big Bridge - Rainy RiverThese men are driving pilings at the C.N.R. bridge across the Rainy River in the 1900's. These pilings are part of the platform which permits the turning of the center span of the bridge to allow higher than usual river craft to pass.These men are driving pilings at the C.N.R. bridge across the Rainy River in the 1900's. These pilings are part of the platform which permits the turning of the center …Rainy River Public Library
- Lumbering Center - Rainy River (early 1900's)Proof of Rainy River's importance as a major lumbering center in the early 1900's is evident from this photo. Thousands of board feet of lumber are piled and ready for shipment to far off markets.Proof of Rainy River's importance as a major lumbering center in the early 1900's is evident from this photo. Thousands of board feet of lumber are piled and ready for …Rainy River Public Library
- Chart of No.24RLThe above chart is a diagram of the braking system used on the Santa Fe 4008.The above chart is a diagram of the braking system used on the Santa Fe 4008.Rainy River Public Library
- Washout Near Flanders StationAerial shot of flood damage caused near Flanders Station in Ontario.Aerial shot of flood damage caused near Flanders Station in Ontario.Rainy River Public Library
- Washout-Seine River AreaAerial view of the washout of the tracks on the Seine River near Flanders Station, Ontario.Aerial view of the washout of the tracks on the Seine River near Flanders Station, Ontario.Rainy River Public Library
- Rainy RiverColoured photo of the rise in river flow after the flood in June 2002, Rainy River Ontario.Coloured photo of the rise in river flow after the flood in June 2002, Rainy River Ontario.Rainy River Public Library
- Seine River - Aerial ViewAn aerial view of the damage to the C.N.R. tracks over the Seine River, June 2002. This aerial photo of the Seine River, was taken two miles from Flanders Station.An aerial view of the damage to the C.N.R. tracks over the Seine River, June 2002. This aerial photo of the Seine River, was taken two miles from Flanders Station.Rainy River Public Library
- Seine River WashoutDamage to the railroad tracks was caused by heavy rainfall in the area of Rainy River-Fort Frances.Damage to the railroad tracks was caused by heavy rainfall in the area of Rainy River-Fort Frances.Rainy River Public Library
- Damage after Washout - Seine RiverAerial view of the damage to C.N.R tracks over the Seine River after a heavy rainfall. Photo was taken on June 11, 2002.Aerial view of the damage to C.N.R tracks over the Seine River after a heavy rainfall. Photo was taken on June 11, 2002.Rainy River Public Library
- River WashoutColoured aerial photo of C.N.R. train tracks buried in erosion caused by the heavy rainfalls that occurred in this Northwestern region during the month of June 2002.Coloured aerial photo of C.N.R. train tracks buried in erosion caused by the heavy rainfalls that occurred in this Northwestern region during the month of June 2002.Rainy River Public Library
- Aerial View of WashoutAerial view of damage to C.N.R. tracks submerged by tree boughs and debris from overflow of the river.Aerial view of damage to C.N.R. tracks submerged by tree boughs and debris from overflow of the river.Rainy River Public Library
- C.N.R. Conductor HatsThe gentlemen that wore these hats were conductors for the railroad. In this position, they were the most visible of the railway men. They were responsible for assisting the public traveling on the trains. Their principal task would have been to punch the tickets. The conductor's punch was similar to …The gentlemen that wore these hats were conductors for the railroad. In this position, they were the most visible of the railway men. They were responsible for assisting the public …Rainy River Public Library
- Canadian National Railway Station - Rainy RiverAn earlier glimpse of the C.N.R. depot in Rainy River. Rainy River was the division point between Thunder Bay and Winnipeg. The dimensions of the 129'x30' depot is unique as it has the absence of a bay window, commonly found in other C.N.R. terminals. This station was built in 1918 …An earlier glimpse of the C.N.R. depot in Rainy River. Rainy River was the division point between Thunder Bay and Winnipeg. The dimensions of the 129'x30' depot is unique as …Rainy River Public Library
- Miner's LampA miner's lamp ensures the burning of a protected flame in the presence of an explosive gas by regulating the necessary supply of atmospheric air and by allowing the products of combustion to pass through without igniting the gaseous atmosphere. If the atmosphere is so heavily charged that noxious gas …A miner's lamp ensures the burning of a protected flame in the presence of an explosive gas by regulating the necessary supply of atmospheric air and by allowing the products …Rainy River Public Library
- Trackmen's LampsWarning lanterns were used by the trackmen to signal oncoming trains, and track conditions. A red lantern was a signal for danger. This meant that approaching trains should avoid some obstacle or accident on the track. A green light, unlike our traffic lights, did not mean go ahead, but instead …Warning lanterns were used by the trackmen to signal oncoming trains, and track conditions. A red lantern was a signal for danger. This meant that approaching trains should avoid some …Rainy River Public Library
- C.N.R. '4008' Santa Fe Steam LocomotiveThe focal point of the Heritage Square in Rainy River Ontario is the '4008', a 2-10-2 Sante Fe type steam locomotive built by Dunkirk in Montreal, 1916. This locomotive was used to haul 65 cars of freight between Rainy River and Atikokan during the 50's. This locomotive was donated by …The focal point of the Heritage Square in Rainy River Ontario is the '4008', a 2-10-2 Sante Fe type steam locomotive built by Dunkirk in Montreal, 1916. This locomotive was …Rainy River Public Library
- C.N.R. Conductors' HatsThe conductor's job was to punch tickets of passengers with his personalized punch. A conductor could recognize a punch in the ticket and know if it was valid. At his retirement, the conductor would be presented with his punch as a reward and memento of his years of service. The …The conductor's job was to punch tickets of passengers with his personalized punch. A conductor could recognize a punch in the ticket and know if it was valid. At his …Rainy River Public Library