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- Washout on the C.N., Rainy River, OntarioAerial, coloured photo showing the washout of railway track near Rainy River, Ontario. This photo was taken around Mine Centre, Ontario.Aerial, coloured photo showing the washout of railway track near Rainy River, Ontario. This photo was taken around Mine Centre, Ontario.Thunder Bay Public Library
- Washout near Rainy RiverAnother aerial view of the damage to the railway tracks near Mine Centre, Ontario. Heavy rains in the area caused major flooding in June, 2002.Another aerial view of the damage to the railway tracks near Mine Centre, Ontario. Heavy rains in the area caused major flooding in June, 2002.Thunder Bay Public Library
- Washout of the Bailey BridgeAerial view of the damage beside the bailey bridge, on the Price River. Damage is from the rains that caused the flooding of the Rainy River area, June, 2002.Aerial view of the damage beside the bailey bridge, on the Price River. Damage is from the rains that caused the flooding of the Rainy River area, June, 2002.Thunder Bay Public Library
- Rainy River Washout, June 11, 2002An aerial view of the washout from the extensive rains that caused the flooding of the Rainy River area in June of 2002. This view is approximately 135 miles west of Rainy River.An aerial view of the washout from the extensive rains that caused the flooding of the Rainy River area in June of 2002. This view is approximately 135 miles west …Thunder Bay Public Library
- Presentation of '4008'Among the bridge highlights on July 30,1960 was the presentation of the steam locomotive '4008' to the town of Rainy River by C.N.R. VP J.R. McMillian. Among those on the platform with the vice president of western region Mr. McMillian (at front) are Hon. James Maloney,Min.of Mines(left), Mrs. McMillian, Hon. …Among the bridge highlights on July 30,1960 was the presentation of the steam locomotive '4008' to the town of Rainy River by C.N.R. VP J.R. McMillian. Among those on the …Rainy River Public Library
- C.N.R. BridgeThe Canadian National Railway bridge was almost complete in this photo that was taken in 1901.The Canadian National Railway bridge was almost complete in this photo that was taken in 1901.Rainy River Public Library
- C.N.R. Roundhouse and TurntableRailroaders would have to dig into their memory to recall the above scene. The name on the train in the photo reads 'North Pacific Manitoba'. The roundhouse or turntable was used at the C.N.R. shops to service the locomotives that were in for repair. The Turntable would turn the trains …Railroaders would have to dig into their memory to recall the above scene. The name on the train in the photo reads 'North Pacific Manitoba'. The roundhouse or turntable was …Rainy River Public Library
- Driving Piles at the Big Bridge - Rainy RiverThese men are driving pilings at the C.N.R. bridge across the Rainy River in the 1900's. These pilings are part of the platform which permits the turning of the center span of the bridge to allow higher than usual river craft to pass.These men are driving pilings at the C.N.R. bridge across the Rainy River in the 1900's. These pilings are part of the platform which permits the turning of the center …Rainy River Public Library
- Lumbering Center - Rainy River (early 1900's)Proof of Rainy River's importance as a major lumbering center in the early 1900's is evident from this photo. Thousands of board feet of lumber are piled and ready for shipment to far off markets.Proof of Rainy River's importance as a major lumbering center in the early 1900's is evident from this photo. Thousands of board feet of lumber are piled and ready for …Rainy River Public Library
- Miner's LampA miner's lamp ensures the burning of a protected flame in the presence of an explosive gas by regulating the necessary supply of atmospheric air and by allowing the products of combustion to pass through without igniting the gaseous atmosphere. If the atmosphere is so heavily charged that noxious gas …A miner's lamp ensures the burning of a protected flame in the presence of an explosive gas by regulating the necessary supply of atmospheric air and by allowing the products …Rainy River Public Library
- Trackmen's LampsWarning lanterns were used by the trackmen to signal oncoming trains, and track conditions. A red lantern was a signal for danger. This meant that approaching trains should avoid some obstacle or accident on the track. A green light, unlike our traffic lights, did not mean go ahead, but instead …Warning lanterns were used by the trackmen to signal oncoming trains, and track conditions. A red lantern was a signal for danger. This meant that approaching trains should avoid some …Rainy River Public Library
- C.N.R. '4008' Santa Fe Steam LocomotiveThe focal point of the Heritage Square in Rainy River Ontario is the '4008', a 2-10-2 Sante Fe type steam locomotive built by Dunkirk in Montreal, 1916. This locomotive was used to haul 65 cars of freight between Rainy River and Atikokan during the 50's. This locomotive was donated by …The focal point of the Heritage Square in Rainy River Ontario is the '4008', a 2-10-2 Sante Fe type steam locomotive built by Dunkirk in Montreal, 1916. This locomotive was …Rainy River Public Library
- C.N.R. Conductors' HatsThe conductor's job was to punch tickets of passengers with his personalized punch. A conductor could recognize a punch in the ticket and know if it was valid. At his retirement, the conductor would be presented with his punch as a reward and memento of his years of service. The …The conductor's job was to punch tickets of passengers with his personalized punch. A conductor could recognize a punch in the ticket and know if it was valid. At his …Rainy River Public Library
- Plaque- The Last Steam Locomotive '4008'The '4008' was a 'Santa Fe' type locomotive. In it's lifetime, it pulled 65 cars and carried 5000 tons of grain from Thunder Bay to Atikokan (143 miles). It was often called the 'pig' as it used 20-25 tons of coal during each trip. The last trip for the '4008' …The '4008' was a 'Santa Fe' type locomotive. In it's lifetime, it pulled 65 cars and carried 5000 tons of grain from Thunder Bay to Atikokan (143 miles). It was …Rainy River Public Library
- Baggage Car-InsideA look at the inside of the baggage car at the Rainy River Heritage Square Museum. Inside this exhibit are various tools used by employees of the railway. Enginemen's torch, tallow pot, Carman's lantern, Operators hoop are just a few of the memorabilia that can be seen at the museum.A look at the inside of the baggage car at the Rainy River Heritage Square Museum. Inside this exhibit are various tools used by employees of the railway. Enginemen's torch, …Rainy River Public Library
- Baggage Car-OutsideA photo of the Baggage Car exhibit outside at the Rainy River Heritage Square Museum located in Rainy River Ont. Inside the baggage car are various historical artifacts pertaining to the history of the Canadian National Railway in the surrounding Rainy River/Fort Frances area.A photo of the Baggage Car exhibit outside at the Rainy River Heritage Square Museum located in Rainy River Ont. Inside the baggage car are various historical artifacts pertaining to …Rainy River Public Library
- Baggage Car-InsideAnother view of the baggage car at the Rainy River Heritage Square Museum in Rainy River Ontario.Another view of the baggage car at the Rainy River Heritage Square Museum in Rainy River Ontario.Rainy River Public Library
- CabooseEarly wooden cabooses were numbered and then assigned to conductors. It became his home away from home, and was often decorated to suit his personal tastes. The caboose would have been equipped with a pot-bellied stove, ice box, and three beds which would have been used by the conductors and …Early wooden cabooses were numbered and then assigned to conductors. It became his home away from home, and was often decorated to suit his personal tastes. The caboose would have …Rainy River Public Library
- CabooseA closer view of the caboose at the Rainy River Heritage Square Museum. Each caboose was numbered and assigned to a conductor. In the early years, the caboose was equipped with a pot bellied stove, ice box and sleeping quarters for the trainmen on the train. With the 'Run Through', …A closer view of the caboose at the Rainy River Heritage Square Museum. Each caboose was numbered and assigned to a conductor. In the early years, the caboose was equipped …Rainy River Public Library
- Flagging EquipmentThe flagman's principal job was the protection of the train. His position was at the rear car of the train where he could see any approaching train and with the flagging equipment, use signals in compliance with the rules of the railway.The flagman's principal job was the protection of the train. His position was at the rear car of the train where he could see any approaching train and with the …Rainy River Public Library