This is Kate, a 1800's puffer, and was used on a local narrow gauge to haul timber to the coast. Before the vine yards there was extensive logging of Karri trees which started around 1870. The timber was shipped all the way to England for road pavings, so I have read. Seems a strange use of an expensive timber. Needs more research. The little engine could be a friend of Thomas.
Sunday, October 31, 2010
Kate
This is Kate, a 1800's puffer, and was used on a local narrow gauge to haul timber to the coast. Before the vine yards there was extensive logging of Karri trees which started around 1870. The timber was shipped all the way to England for road pavings, so I have read. Seems a strange use of an expensive timber. Needs more research. The little engine could be a friend of Thomas.
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