[CBQ] Help with dating BR blotter

[Gerald & Virginia Edgar <vje68@hotmail.com>]

   I acquired a small red/black/cream blotter issued by the Burlington to 
promote U. of Nebraska home football game traffic from Omaha to Lincoln.  It's 
undated but the Cornhusker schedule for the year is shown.  Obviously it has to 
1969 or earlier, I'm guessing the 1950's as they have six home games (much 
earlier than the 50's would make it unlikely to have than many home games in 
then more limited seasons).  So help me Cornhusker fans!
 
Sept 29 Wyoming; Oct 13 Iowa; Oct 27 Ames*; Nov 10 Pittsburgh; Nov. 24 
Missouri; Nov 29 Kansas Aggies*
 
*"Ames" of course would be Iowa State but apparently U of Neb or the Q did not 
want fans to be confused with 'Iowa'.  Also Kansas had 'Aggies' added (to 
differentiate from K State?).
 
Fare was $1.50 for a round-trip with all trains leaving Omaha @ 12:15, a stop @ 
So. Omaha @ 12:25 & arrival @ Lincoln @ 1:30.  it's also noted: "A more 
complete & diversified lunch & beverage service enroute".  Also, "Return 
leaving about 30 minutes after the game"
 
Anyone ever ride these Football Specials?  Tks!  Gerald 


                                          
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