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Gulf, Mobile & Ohio On-Board Stationery

Posted on July 1, 2013 by Train LoverJune 9, 2013

This oddly off-center letterhead served four different trains: the Abraham Lincoln, Ann Rutledge, and Alton Limited, all of which connected Chicago with St. Louis; and the Gulf Coast Rebel, between St. Louis and Mobile. The Gulf, Mobile & Ohio Railroad … Continue reading →

Chicago-St. Louis Pre-War Streamliners

Posted on August 15, 2012 by Train LoverMay 26, 2024

Four railroads competed for business in the Chicago-to-St. Louis corridor: the Illinois Central; Alton; Chicago & Eastern Illinois; and Wabash. At least two of them acquired streamliners before the war. I’ve already mentioned the Illinois Central Green Diamond, which was … Continue reading →