Railroad whats-it?

[aquachigger]

Railroad what's-it?

I found this along a railroad that dates from the 1840's to present. It was in amongst Civil War stuff and things from the early 1900's. I did find a fair amount of copper wire also. So... I think it is probably from a telegraph or some other sort of electrical line. Anyone know for sure? Thanks for checking it out!

 

[aka da Prof]

Re: Railroad what's-it?

I've seen some thing like this off the LVRR up here in the Finger Lakes- I thought perhaps something for the light signals. -da Prof-

 

[baywalker]

Re: Railroad what's-it?

Is it lead ? it looks like the top of an old battery they were on the top of glass jars and wired in series .

Jonnie

 

[creskol]

Re: Railroad what's-it?

Is it lead ? it looks like the top of an old battery they were on the top of glass jars and wired in series .

Jonnie

By golly Jonnie .. I think that is a real good possibility!

 

[aquachigger]

Re: Railroad what's-it?

Is it lead ? it looks like the top of an old battery they were on the top of glass jars and wired in series .

Jonnie

It is lead or a lead alloy. It appears to be corroded, so maybe it is part of a battery. This past summer I found my first Crow's Foot battery at a different site. Looks like I may be on a roll! (if batteries are your thing ) Seriously though, it is pretty interesting and will be displayed along with the CF one. If you run across anything more, let me know. I'll do the same. Thanks.. Beau