The Diesel Shop at Year-- 30

February 1995 Photo: In 1982, Bombardier Locomotive delivered a new six-axle 3000-hp model to the Canadian National. The builder's sales catalogue referred to the newcomers as HR616s; translated, it represented "High Reliability, 6-axle and 16-cylindar power plant." By 1995, most of CN HR616's had out-lived their usefulness and been retired. The #2102 seen here at Hyde Park, Ontario midway through February was last of the railroad's twenty six-motor Bombardier fleet to be sidelined. (photo by R. Craig) As Peoria, Illinois entered the 1930s, its population stood at nearly 105,000 which made it the second largest city in the state. Additionally, it was one of the few midwest cities served by nine different railroads, along with an electric interurban. Art Peterson provides an overview of those passenger-rail lines during the year 1931. Take a look! Something Different! Looking for something out of the ordinary? Here are two options for your consideration: It Happened one . . . February Cancelled Locomotive Orders (expanded)

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