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Classic Live Steam of Yesteryear


Historic photos from the New England Live Steamers (NELS) track at Danvers, Massachusetts behind the Friend Box Company and the "Yankee Shop" machine shop.....




Miniature railroad steam trains Danvers MA
The front-most section of the NELS track at Danvers. In the background can be seen the station, and, the roof for the steaming bays. In the far distance can be seen the portion of the NELS track that was on the opposite side of the Porter River.
Miniature railroad live steam train Danvers MA Friend Box Company car dealer
A rare view taken from the opposite side of the Porter River, looking toward the Friend Box Company. Today a modern apartment building is located at the position where the photographer was standing when he took this photo.
Porter River Bridge New England Live Steamers Danvers MA live steam miniature train engine
A close-up view of the tracks and the bridge over the Porter River in Danvers MA. Photos courtesy of Ken Shattock.
 


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