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Hetton Colliery Railway locomotive
Hetton Colliery Railway locomotive. Verso stamped John R Moore, photographer, 48 Crowtree Road, Sunderland. Inscribed in pencil H Stephens, Quay. Date: circa 1901
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Colliery Inscribed Locomotive Moore Pencil Photographer Quay Railways Stamped Stephens Sunderland Verso 1901 Hetton
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This evocative photograph captures the powerful presence of a Hetton Colliery Railway locomotive, circa 1901. The image, stamped on the versos as the work of John R Moore, photographer, based at 48 Crowtree Road, Sunderland, offers a glimpse into the past of the North East England coal mining industry. The locomotive, inscribed on the print with the name "H Stephens, Quay," is shown in full steam, its massive wheels churning up clouds of smoke as it readies for its next journey. The steam billows out from the engine's stack, enveloping the surrounding landscape in a haze, while the coal wagons behind it are silhouetted against the bright sky. The Hetton Colliery Railway was a vital part of the region's industrial history, transporting coal from the pits to the ports for distribution. This photograph, taken around the turn of the 20th century, provides a snapshot of the era when steam power was at the forefront of transportation and industry. The image's authenticity is further enhanced by the presence of the photographer's stamp and inscription, adding to its historical significance. The photograph's age and the gritty texture of the print only serve to heighten the sense of nostalgia and the passing of time.
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