Contributed by Monson Historical Society
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Description
Ladies and gentlemen are shown observing at the edge of the Monson Slate Works Quarry, ca. 1880. The railroad tracks in the foreground were for the Monson Narrow Gauge train, which hauled the finished slate to Monson Junction where it was transferred to the Bangor & Aroostook Railroad.
The derricks pictured here were used for the hoist, which brought the men and slate up and down from the quarry. The quarry is located just beyond the buildings in this photograph.
About This Item
- Title: Visitors at the Monson Slate Works Quarry, ca. 1880
- Creation Date: circa 1880
- Subject Date: circa 1880
- Location: Monson, Piscataquis County, ME
- Media: Photographic print
- Dimensions: 12.7 cm x 17.8 cm
- Local Code: MHS-110-025
- Object Type: Image
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Monson Historical SocietyPO Box 308, Monson, ME 04464
(207) 876-3073
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