Description: An antique photograph from a family’s travels between 1912 and 1914. It was part of their family album and acquired from their estate. They appear to have lived in the U.S. south (Texas and Missouri), but travelled throughout the country on occasion. This photo is likely one of a kind. Type & Size: A 4.5x2.5" original photograph.Condition: Good to fair antique condition. Please see images for detailed scans. Photo may have age related fading, wrinkling, or other age deterioration. The back side of most of the photos from this album contain captions written by the family. Pieces of backing cardboard or glue may remain attached to maintain integrity of the photo. This photograph captures a scene from a train derailment involving the Katy Railroad, specifically locomotive number 257, which occurred in Temple, Texas, on October 15, 1913. Several people are assessing the damage, with the train visibly lying overturned beside the tracks.The Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railroad, commonly known as the Katy Railroad, was a significant railway system in the early 20th century, critical for transportation across the Midwest and Southern United States. Train derailments were notable events, often drawing attention due to their impact on travel and commerce.Visible text includes the locomotive number "257."
Price: 69 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2025-01-25T14:39:10.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Antique: Yes
Size: 4.5x2.5 inches
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Framing: Unframed
Subject: train, locomotive, accident, damage, historical event, Texas, Ka
Vintage: Yes
Type: Photograph
Year of Production: 1913
Number of Photographs: 1
Theme: railroadiana, history, transportation, disasters
Featured Person/Artist: none
Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1924
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print