Karl, after considerable plane and weather problems I returned home safely. Thank you once again for journeying out to visit and help and old friend on the Rock, I much appreciate it and enjoyed seeing you again and meeting your German Pal.
While I am slowly going through my notes and promises, let me cover one here.
With the trolley line at Ft. Mills, the system had a separate “freight” -almost UPS system. Freight and packages were delivered to separate trolley stations known as “Checker” stations, with dedicated personnel, beefed-up unloading ramps, and road access. They kept these separate from the passenger stations we are more familiar with; they were also fewer in number and located at more intensive office and depot facilities. This is the building we saw near the end of the Middleside Barracks. I think is was described on the map as building 162.
Here’s a picture of the Middleside Checker Station (162) and another (T-71) elsewhere. Note the wagons and freight handling.
Thought you’d be interested, feel free to post or share.
Glen