The Excavation

[Left Side of Marker]

The Excavation

of the west end was

begun early July 15, 1848.

& the first opening

effected Oct. 31, 1849

The first train

of cars passed through

May 9, 1850

Length of excavation

in this end 575 feet

& of the tunnel

1477 feet.

[Right Side of Marker]

His Excellency

George ...