These counterweight cars, rebuilt from former cable cars, assisted streetcars up and down the steep grade next to the Cathedral of St. Paul., from 1898 to 1907, when the Selby Tunnel replaced it.
A streetcar travels through downtown on St. Germain Street, Large crowds line the street. A banner announces the St. Cloud Street Fair September 19-22.
Twin City Rapid Transit Company President Thomas Lowry toured the streetcar system in a custom-built private streetcar, shown here outside 31st Street Station.
Twin City Rapid Transit Company President Thomas Lowry toured the streetcar system in a custom-built private streetcar, shown here outside 31st Street Station.
Looking northwest at the pedestrian footbridge next to Como Park Station. The bridge is brand new, with the dirt around it still bare. The Lexington Avenue bridge is visible at far left.