Here is little engine No. 3 before she came to the Atwood family. Lots of snow in Monson, eh?
(Moody Photo)
Transferring sand from a “wide gauge” car to the narrow gauge, at Monson Junction years ago. See the link-and-pin coupling on the Monson flat.
Bridgton & Saco River R. R.
Chartered in 1881, built in 1882, opened in 1883. Extended to Harrison 1898. Maine Central purchased it 1912, sold it 1927. Reorganized it as Bridgton & Harrison Ry. and new company assumed control in 1930. Harrison line abandoned 1930. Entire line abandoned 1941. Cost to build and equip approximately $200,000. Peak year of earnings 1921 when revenue was $112,000.
First train order issued on the Edaville; members of the National Railway Historical Society made this trip, August 31, 1937.
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