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Railroad Stations of Delmarva Through Time

Author(s): Douglas Poore
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The railroad station was at the heart of every town the trains passed through on Delmarva.

These buildings were more than walls, floors, ceilings, and roofs—they served as the very heartbeat of their community. More than freight and passengers traveled through these buildings. News came in from the outside world, family members arrived home, and in a number of cases, they served as the town meeting place or a spot for locals to “chew the fat.”

From grand three-story structures designed by some of America’s most famous architects to small stations described by locals as nothing more than goat barns, the railroad stations of Delmarva ran the gamut of architectural design. Some rail lines chose a standard design to rapidly construct their stations while other lines chose a more unique design and varied construction methods.

At its peak, the railroad stations of Delmarva numbered nearly 400 strong. Passenger service ended long ago, and with it most of these structures were eventually torn down.

Thankfully, several stations survive today, and it is these monuments that we travel to in the pages of this book.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR(S)
Douglas Poore is a lifelong resident of Harrington and has spent his life as a public servant. A member of the volunteer fire company and a recently retired paramedic of thirty years, today Doug serves as the curator for the Greater Harrington Historical Society. Having always had a passion for history, he has taken on this new role with the same zeal he used as a public servant. By writing this book, Doug hopes to bring to light the love he has for his hometown and the stories, past and present, that represent all who have ever called Harrington home.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781634993722
FORMAT: Paperback
PUBLISHER: America Through Time
DATE: 11/22/2021
STATE: Delaware
SERIES: America Through Time
IMAGES: 157
PAGES: 96
DIMENSIONS: 6.5 (w) x 9.25 (h)
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