 The station , known as Union Depot , consisted of a brick , Romanesque Revival structure facing Peach Street between two sets of railroad tracks . It stood 40 feet ( 10 m ) tall , topped with a distinctive cupola , and its platforms extended 480 feet ( 150 m ) towards Sassafras Street along both sides of the depot . The depot was equipped with the modern amenities of the day including outdoor gas lighting , a barber shop , gentleman 's and ladies ' parlors , and a dining room ; the second floor contained offices and sleeping quarters for railroad officials . 
