Re: A B&M USRA composite gon at a coal mine in West Virginia (undated)
akerboomk
For the gory details: https://www.bmrrhs.org/gondola_90000_series/
From the “Car book” drawing it confirms the 1933 rebuild date. Note there is at least one photo with original (6 rib) ends and rectangular herald
Thanks for finding this photo!
Certainly far afield, [speculating] perhaps a WW II date due to car shortages? Ken -- Ken Akerboom |
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