Steam train crossing as onlookers leisurely enjoy the vista. Postmarked 1921.
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Even with sophisticated modern equipment, bridges are marvels of engineering skill. Bridges from earlier periods, such as the array of Canadian ones featured on these vintage postcards, built without the benefit of such conveniences and often at the cost of many lives and injuries, are that much more impressive!
Heading into Canada from Detroit. About 1940s, when cars featured many curves.
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Love the simplicity of this image and the partial reflection. Postmarked 1906.
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