Steam Operated Derrick, Oskaloosa, Iowa, early 1900's; Mahaska County
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Title
Steam Operated Derrick, Oskaloosa, Iowa, early 1900's; Mahaska County
Description
This is an early 1900's photograph taken of a steam-operated derrick operating in the outskirts of Oskaloosa, Iowa. Derricks were used to help pick up derailed box cars on the sides of the railroad.
Creator
Mahaska County Historical Society
Source
Historical Archives
Publisher
Mahaska County Historical Society
Date
2008-07-24
Rights
www.nelsonpioneer.org
Format
still image/jpeg
Type
image
Identifier
Mahaska County Historical Society
http://cdm16125.contentdm.oclc.org/u?/p270701coll6,107