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The South Face This is a single span bascule bridge. The approach span, behind the control tower, crosses Wisconsin Avenue. Photo taken by J.R. Manning in July 2008 |
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The Shoop Building The postcard image is from the State Street Bascule bridge from many years ago. The turret is gone from the Shoop Building, so is the bridge. Note the overhead spans on the bridge that carry the catenary for streetcars.
From the collection of Todd Wallace, used with permission. |
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The Same View Today Well, more or less. Note the sign, above the one that says, "Stop Here On Red" that proclaims that this is the Airborne Memorial Bridge. Photo taken by J.R. Manning in July 2008 |
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Looking East This postcard appears to be from between 1910-1915. Note the streetcar and catenary carried by the overheads on the bridge.
From the collection of Todd Wallace, used with permission. |
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The West Approach Photo taken by J.R. Manning in July 2008 |
