Paper, 1989
Scope and Content
This collection contains a typescript photocopy of "The Bridge at Tyrone: a Review of Its Construction," written by railroad artist Frank Smith in 1989. Built in 1889, the bridge at Tyrone--also known as Young's High Bridge and Jo Blackburn Bridge--spans the Kentucky River and served the Louisville Southern Railroad, then later the Southern Railway, and eventually Norfolk Southern, until the line was abandoned in 1985. Smith's essay provides background on the bridge, its construction, history, and legacy, together with the sources that Smith used in compiling information. Accompanying the text are photocopies of images and source material.
Dates
- 1989
Creator
- From the Collection: Smith, Frank, 1912-1998 (Person)
Language of Materials
The materials in the collection are in English.
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open to research.
Extent
From the Collection: 0.1 Cubic Feet (1 folder)
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech Repository
Special Collections and University Archives, University Libraries (0434)
560 Drillfield Drive
Newman Library, Virginia Tech
Blacksburg Virginia 24061 US
540-231-6308
specref@vt.edu