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Tracks curve to left and right highly congested with traffic, Spruce Street not protected, car spotted at center right along platform very close clearance. This view is to the east form 11th Street, St. Louis, Missouri. Notice the congestion of trucks and cars parked in and about the tracks. Tracks curve to the left and right here and the crossing at left center is observed by the engineer or fireman depending on which way the engine is facing. The crossing at the right is obstructed by cars and trucks and makes switching very difficult.