History of Capitol Transit #09
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Sweeper #09 was constructed with open Sweeper #09 was constructed with open platforms. It surely was a cold job for motormen to operate the car in a snowstorm and keep the tracks clear of snow. June, 1899 |
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Our car #09 operated in Washington for 63 years until the end of all trolley service in January 1962. In this photo, the car is on F Street, eastbound at 7th Street in the District. January, 1962 |
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| Car #09 as it appeared shortly after its arrival in Rockhill Furnace in 1962. February, 1962 |
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| During a Winter Spectacular event in 1967, car #09 and open car 1875 as seen at Meadow St. platform. February, 1967 |
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| Sweeping snow as it was intended to do in 1972 at the museum. March, 1996 |
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Car #09 makes a special run for photographers in the fall colors. No need for sweeping snow on this beautiful fall day. October, 2010 |
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