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When I stumbled across this list, I joined simply to listen. The stories
told remind me so much of the ones Dad used to tell. I do thank you all for
this. Dad passed away 8 years ago now, but these stories remind me of him,
and bring back many memories.
I have uploaded the above picture of the CBQ 4960. The man in the picture
is my father, John Backus. This picture hung in my house as I was growing
up. Sorry about the graininess of the photo, but the original was a bit
grainy as well. I don't recall the significance of this engine, and any
stories about it would be greatly enjoyed, and shared with my brothers.
About all I do recall is that it was taken at one of the yards in the
Chicago, I think. It may have been the Lincoln, NE yards. Mom and Dad
moved from Chicago to Lincoln in the early 60's.
My father was a Machinist for many years with the Q and the BN. If any of
you happened to ever cross his path, again, any stories would be gladly
accepted.
Thanks,
Tom Backus
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