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Can the 765 make it?

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Posted by JoeKoh on Tuesday, June 1, 2004 6:52 AM
QUOTE: Originally posted by AntonioFP45

Who owns the 765?

I have quite a few pictures of this nice looking locomotive pulling excursion trains.

Thanks!

The ft wayne RR historical society owns the engine.thats too bad if it cant come out. but its good that they want it fixed right before it comes back.[;)]
stay safe
Joe

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Posted by AntonioFP45 on Monday, May 31, 2004 11:08 PM
Who owns the 765?

I have quite a few pictures of this nice looking locomotive pulling excursion trains.

Thanks!

"I like my Pullman Standards & Budds in Stainless Steel flavors, thank you!"

 


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Posted by kschmidt on Monday, May 31, 2004 7:49 PM
Greetings,

Last I heard from reading Trainorders was that the 765 crew was passing along their regrets about NOT being in attendance at Steamfestival. They said there was some delay in manufacturing some parts and they didn't want to compromise the work. So as of right now NO 765.

Keith

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Can the 765 make it?
Posted by JoeKoh on Monday, May 31, 2004 7:42 PM
Hi
we are planning to go to Columbus to steamfest.The last I heard the 765 was in piececs on the shop floor.I hope so[:0].any information is appreciated.
stay safe
Joe and Matt

Deshler Ohio-crossroads of the B&O Matt eats your fries.YUM! Clinton st viaduct undefeated against too tall trucks!!!(voted to be called the "Clinton St. can opener").

 

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