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[William Schmalzried Using a Hand Pump]

Photograph of William Schmalzried using a hand pump that is connected to a train car. Several buildings are visible in the background. Handwritten text under the photo says, "Fort Worth, Texas Jan, 1889 - Hand pumps were once used to provide air pressure for testing brakes in yards and car shops. This device was an important piece of equipment in railroad terminals for many years. The photo shows Mr. William Schmalzried, former Supt. of the Car Dept."

Date: January 1889

Item Type: Photograph

Partner: The Grace Museum

[Men Constructing Train Smokebox]

Photograph of two men wearing coveralls and hardhats inside a portion of a train smokebox, using equipment to build or repair the inside wall. A third man is climbing on top of the engine in the behind them. In the background, many windows are visible, forming the multi-story wall of a warehouse. Text below the photo reads, "2 men working on smokebox" and "Fort Worth Star Telegram."

Date: unknown

Creator: Fort Worth Star Telegram