Monson Slate Quarry crew, Monson, 1908

Contributed by Monson Historical Society

Monson Slate Quarry crew, Monson, 1908

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Description

This photo shows the Monson slate quarry crew with large blocks of slate ready to be taken into the mill. In the mill the slate was made into electrical boards, slate shingles, sinks, refrigerator boxes and so on.

The rail car on the left was used to transport the heavy slate from the quarry to the mill.

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About This Item

  • Title: Monson Slate Quarry crew, Monson, 1908
  • Creation Date: 1908-10-09
  • Subject Date: 1908-10-09
  • Location: Monson, Piscataquis County, ME
  • Media: Photographic print
  • Dimensions: 15.2 cm x 20.6 cm
  • Local Code: MHS 110-062
  • Object Type: Image

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For more information about this item, contact:

Monson Historical Society
PO Box 308, Monson, ME 04464
(207) 876-3073

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