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East Ankeny car barn

Photograph showing employees with street car in front of the East Ankeny car barn. Written on the building is “PRL & P Co.” (Portland Rail Light & Power Company). Several men sit on the roof of the train, while others line up in the windows and in front. A wooden water tower can be seen in the background. Photograph is a reproduction of a framed image (frame is clearly visible).

Night crew at Sellwood car barn

Photograph showing a night crew at the Sellwood car barn, with car #1093. The group is looking at the camera while standing in front of the train car. Two men stand on a step in the doorway, while others stand at ground level. All men are wearing work clothes, including either jackets or overalls.

Pole derrick

Photograph of a pole derrick being used to hoist utility poles. Two men stand to the right of the derrick while looking at the camera, and a third can be seen next to a horse behind the poles. A railroad track runs along the side side of the frame.

Pole derrick

Photograph of a horse-drawn pole derrick with seated man. A hat sits next to the man, who looks at the camera. Railroad tracks cross the frame, and a wooden building can be seen in the background.

Linemen working on utility pole

Photograph showing two linemen working at the top of a wooden utility pole, most likely in Portland. Both men have feet attached to the side of the pole, and appear to be wearing safety harnesses. Several ropes hang to the ground from the men. On the left side of the frame is a building, and the tops of cars can be seen at the bottom. On the negative is written "49-108."

Men working on river

Photograph showing men working along an unidentified river (possibly the Columbia River). Three men can be seen along the top of a wooden wall, while two others stand on a wooden board at water level. The top of a diving helmet can be seen in the water. In the background is a cliff, and a transmission tower can be seen in the distance. Written on the side of the negative is "49-154." (image note: see related images PGE 49-161, PGE 49-170, PGE 49-172, PGE 49-174, PGE 49-175, PGE 49-178, PGE 49-184, PGE 49-185).

Men working underground

Photograph showing men working in a rocky underground area. One man stands looking away from the camera, while two others look forward. Water can be seen at the bottom of the frame, and layers of rocks can be seen throughout the top area. Written on the negative is "49-174." (Image note: see likely related images PGE 49-154, PGE 49-161, PGE 49-170, PGE 49-172, PGE 49-175, PGE 49-178, PGE 49-184, PGE 49-185).

Group of men in standing with utility truck

Photograph showing a group of men standing next to a street looking at the camera. All the men wear rounded hats, dirtied work clothing, and are standing behind a utility vehicle. In the background are businesses, including "La Salle Cafe." Written on the negative is "49-273." (Image note: see related images PGE 49-274, PGE 49-275).

Group of men working on electrical utilities

Photograph showing four men working on electrical utilities while wearing matching bowler hats. The two furthest individuals are holding an object while two others look on. The man closest to the front of the frame is holding a folding measuring tape. Surrounding the group are multiple conduits. Written on the negative is "49-274." (Image note: see related images PGE 49-273, PGE 49-275).

Two men at top of utility pole

Photograph showing two men at the top of a tall utility pole. Both men are looking at the camera, and brick buildings and utility lines can be seen throughout the frame. Written on the negative is "49-305." (Image note: see likely related image PGE 49-306).

PGE building and men on utility pole

Photograph showing the front of a likely Portland General Electric field office building. In front of the building is a street with parked automobiles, and other businesses can be seen to either side. In the distance, two men can be seen at the top of a tall utility pole. (Image note: see likely related image PGE 49-305).

Men with utility pole

Photograph showing four men in work clothing moving a wooden utility pole. Behind the men, a truck with a tall pulley system is attached to the pole. In the background, a forested hillside can be seen, and a dirt road is visible directly in front of the photographer. (Image note: see related images PGE 49-30, PGE 49-32, PGE 49-54, and PGE 49-93).).

Men with utility pole

Photograph showing four men standing next to a newly installed utility pole. Next to the pole is also a Portland General Electric utility truck, with a tall attached pulley system. Also visible in the truck is another man in the drivers seat. (Image note: see related images PGE 49-30, PGE 49-31, PGE 49-54, and PGE 49-93).).

Men on metal structure

Photograph showing three men working on top of a metal frame structure (substation?) using ropes and ladders. In the background are two automobiles, one with a "PGE" logo painted on the side. In the distance, trees, an open field, and a wooden structure can be seen. On the negative is written "49-51."

Men with wooden utility pole

Photograph showing four men installing a wooden utility pole using a pole truck. The back half of a truck with a three legged pole support is visible on the right side of the frame, and the four men stand around the pole. In the background, a wooded hillside can be seen. On the negative is written "49-54." (Image note: see related images PGE 49-30, PGE 49-31, PGE 49-32, and PGE 49-93).

Men building transmission tower

Photograph showing workers building a transmission tower next to railroad tracks and an open field. One man can be seen climbing the right side of the metal structure, while several others look upward from the ground. In the distance, several mountains with snow can be seen. On the negative is written "49-57."

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