On January 12 in SVR history.
- 1974 The foundation hole for the second water tower at Bewdley was filled with concrete.[1]
- 1981 The ground frame at Leapgate Siding between Hartlebury and Stourport was taken out of use by BR.
- 1994 A fatal accident occurred at Waterworks Crossing when a locomotive struck a van negotiating the crossing. The SVR was later cleared of any blame for the accident[2].
Gallery
Photos taken on 12 January:
1963: Bridgnorth, View north of BR 4MT 80072 in platform 1 in falling snow (Sellick Collection)
1963: View north of southbound BR 4MT 80072 departing platform 1 in falling snow (Sellick Collection)
See also
On this day in SVR history