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Print - The Evolution of the Street Car in Detroit Frome Horse Car to Present Time-1921
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2014.002.802

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The Evolution of the Street Car in Detroit Frome Horse Car to Present Time-1921

Sepia-toned composite photo printed on photo paper showing thirty-six images of Detroit streetcars ranging from the horse-drawn era to the beginning of municipal control in 1921. The Hamtramck and Grosse Pointe Railway Company, Detroit City Street Railway Company, Detroit City Railway, and Detroit United Railway are all represented. A stamp on the verso credits the image to Manning Brothers, Incorporated.

Date
1921
Collection
Extent of Description
10" x 8"
Search Terms
Manning Brothers, Streetcars, Horse-Drawn Streetcars, Hamtramck and Grosse Pointe Railway Company, Detroit City Street Railway Company, Detroit City Railway Company, Detroit United Railway
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