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Correct. It was a compressed air locomotive made by Baldwin 1876-1877. The purpose was to provide motive power and avoid fire (igniting of air particles), moisture and smoke from steam power. Many dust producing industries used this type or similar. This one was used at the Plymouth Cordage Company in Plymouth Mass. 

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