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This is a photo of the L&N and Southern Railway tracks at 24th Street, Birmingham, Alabama. Notice the curve of the track to the left of the photo, the switch targets at the point of the curve and the cross-over tracks which the engineer cannot see to determine if they are lined against his movement. The fireman on the left would be able to see the switch targets and also see the signals from the ground crew. The tracks at the left side of the picture lead to the L&N freight house. There is very close clearance on each side and also overhead. This is a very hazardous place to work. It is necessary to have a fireman and engineer on the engine to be able to take signals from either side at all times.