-Dan
Builder of Bowser steam! Railimages Site
Hi I wonder if anyone can help
The Pittsburg, Shawmut and Northern had a three door baggage car. the bottom of the center door was about 18 inches above the floor and was narrow - maybe 3 feet. The doors at either end of the side were typical baggage doors with the bottom at floor level.
My question is: What would be the purpose of having a door 18 inches higher than the floor. Was there a "platform" inside - maybe for mail bags. I cant see wanting to put something into a door that was higher.
Any thoughts are help appreciated
Mark