Pennsylvania Railroad Company Collection
In 1943, Jack Delano captured the bustling activity at the Pennsylvania Railroad Company's iron ore docks in Cleveland and coal docks in Sandusky, Ohio
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In 1943, Jack Delano captured the bustling activity at the Pennsylvania Railroad Company's iron ore docks in Cleveland and coal docks in Sandusky, Ohio. These photographs offer a glimpse into the immense operations of unloading and loading freighters with precious resources. At the Pennsylvania R. R. Iron ore docks, massive "Hulett" ore unloaders were put to work unloading iron ore from lake freighters. The sight of these towering machines in action was truly awe-inspiring. With precision and efficiency, they transferred tons of valuable cargo onto land for further processing. In Cleveland, Ohio, the Pennsylvania R. R. Played a vital role in handling iron ore shipments from lake freighters. The images showcase the intricate process involved in unloading these vessels using various methods and machinery. Once unloaded from the ships by means of Hulett unloaders or other equipment, the iron ore was weighed on Hewlett machines before being transported for further utilization. This meticulous weighing process ensured accurate measurements for efficient distribution. Moving to Sandusky, Ohio, we witness another crucial aspect of Pennsylvania R. R. 's operations - loading coal into lake freighters destined for other ports along the Great Lakes region. The three coal docks owned by this railroad company facilitated this important task with utmost precision. Jack Delano's photographs capture not only the sheer magnitude but also highlight how every step was meticulously executed at these busy docks during 1943. From unloading vast quantities of iron ore to loading coal onto freighters bound for various destinations; it is evident that Pennsylvania Railroad Company played an indispensable role in facilitating trade and transportation across Lake Erie during this era.