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Which branch was built to connect with the coastal boat service in Notre Dame Bay?
Which branch was built to connect with the coastal boat service in Notre Dame Bay?
- The Harbour Grace branch
- The Lewisporte Branch (correct)
- The Argentia branch
Which branch was upgraded in 1941 to serve the U.S. Navy base?
Which branch was upgraded in 1941 to serve the U.S. Navy base?
- The Argentia branch (correct)
- The Placentia branch
- The Harbour Grace branch
- The Lewisporte branch
Which company operated the railway lines from Grand Falls to the port of Botwood?
Which company operated the railway lines from Grand Falls to the port of Botwood?
- The Millertown Railway
- The A.N.D. Company (correct)
- The R.G.Reid Railway
- The Harpoon Logging Railway
Which railway line was primarily used to carry pulpwood?
Which railway line was primarily used to carry pulpwood?
Which branch was taken up in 1915-16?
Which branch was taken up in 1915-16?
When did the St. John's streetcar system start operating?
When did the St. John's streetcar system start operating?
Which of the following branch lines continued operations until the 1980s?
Which of the following branch lines continued operations until the 1980s?
What was the purpose of the Blackman contract of 1881?
What was the purpose of the Blackman contract of 1881?
Which company built the St. John's streetcar system?
Which company built the St. John's streetcar system?
When did the main line of the Newfoundland railway become operational?
When did the main line of the Newfoundland railway become operational?