NEB&W Guide to Train Order BoardsThis file is open to website members only
Last Update: 2009-09-10
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On railroads that didn't have signals, the station agent would be telegraphed any new orders from the dispatcher, and the agent in turn would have to flag down the train to give the orders to the train crew. To make this easier, often a train order board or signal was installed that was placed on the roof of the depot