Members,
I have posted a PDF Flyer of the joint meet hosted by members or the Burling
Route Historical Society and the Santa Fe Modelers and Historical Society. We
have been hosting this for a few years and there are great clinics,
presentations and exchange of modeling ideas. It also has good food from the
Knights of Colombus in a pleasent location convenient to railfanning and other
local events. The village of Streator has always been very accomodating to us.
I will list the other events below. Thank You for your consideration of this
event.
Prolifically Yours,
Rob Manley
Midwest Mod-U-Trak
Burlington Route Historical Society member
Streator Connection Clinics:
The Streator Connection
Jim Brown from the Santa Fe side will present a clinic on the Streator
Connection, taking us on an in-depth look at the history of the Santa Fe / New
York Central connection with an emphasis on the NYC / PC period before the
connecting track was built at the south end of town.
Industries of Streator
Eric Mumper will cover the industries of Streator focusing specifically on
those located along the CB&Q's Montgomery ? Streator branch. Eric, a native of
Ottawa, IL, models the line, better known as the Fox River Branch in HO scale.
Weathering Freight Cars
Rob Manley prolific CB&Q freight car builder will cover new techniques in
weathering freight cars using artist quality, low dust, Pan Pastels.
Modern Power along the Lines West and Santa Fe Trail in Illinois
Matt Kosic's slide program will feature a bit more modern look at the railroads
in the 1980's and 1990's. Matt will focus on the area between Galesburg and
Chicago.
After Dinner Program - Jim Miller
Jim Miller will be doing the after dinner slide presentation. Jim photographed
the Q in Illinois the 1960's and promises to deliver a show featuring the ever
popular dome laden Zephyrs, Steam fan trips, freight motor red birds and gray
backs. Jim will also touch upon the more obscure as well as other interesting
rail subjects.
The Santa Fe in 1938 from a conductor's viewpoint
A s series of movies made by a Chillicothe based Santa Fe conductor and show
how the Santa Fe's Illinois Division to Chicago appeared in the late pre-war
years. Coal fired 2-8-2 are featured prominently as we ride a local freight
from Chillicothe, IL to Chicago and back. The video also shows railroaders of
the day at work at their craft as well as glimpses of the latest in diesel
power and views of long gone classic Santa Fe Illinois Division depots.
Area Attractions Sunday April 11th
Great Midwest Train Show at the DuPage County Fairgrounds, Wheaton, Illinois
County Farm Road and Manchester, Wheaton, Illinois
Adults: $7.00. Children Under 12: Free
The Great Midwest Train Show is the largest monthly train show in the world.
The show has been in existence for over 30 years and has a large and loyal
customer base. The show is in 5 buildings and has over 500 tables.
Chicago Railroadiana Show at the College of DuPage, Glen Ellyn, IL
Annual Springfield Illinois Train Fair at Springfield State Fair Grounds
The Orr Bldg located on the west side of the Illinois State Fairgrounds,
Springfield, Illinois .( Easiest access is via Gate 9.)
Adults: $4.00. Children Under 11: Free
The Springfield Train Fair is proud to be the largest show of its kind in
downstate Illinois. Over 60 vendors showcased their products on over 250
tables. Merchandise and operating layouts were viewed by almost a 1000 paid
adults in just 6 hours.
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