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Photograph of the Wabash R.R. Locomotive #1007

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Photograph of the Wabash R.R. EMD Model E-8A diesel locomotive #1007, also known as the Bluebird, in Decatur IL taken on March 9th, 1952.

Tags: 1007, 1952, Bluebird, Decatur IL, Diesel, EMD, Herald and Review, Locomotive, Locomotives, Model E-8A, railroad, Railroads, train, Trains, Wabash, Wabash R.R.

Photograph of the Wabash R.R. Bluebird Dome Car

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Photograph of the Wabash R.R. 'Bluebird' dome car taken on July 22nd, 1952.

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John Day's Oral History

This is the oral history of John Day. He was interviewed by Betty Turnell on November 29, 1977. The interview includes his time in an English orphanage, growing up in Canada, and his work with the Wabash Railroad.

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Mrs. Will McKee's Oral History

This is the oral history of Mr. Will McKee. She was interviewed by Betty Turnell on January 23, 1978. This interview includes her college years, early Decatur, Powers Building, Powers Opera House, and transportation.

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Photograph of the Wabash R.R. Locomotive #1007

Photograph of the Wabash R.R. Bluebird Dome Car

John Day's Oral History

Mrs. Will McKee's Oral History

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