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"NO-MAN TRAINS." In the September, 2003 issue of Trains magazine there was an article regarding the use of "Remote Control Devices" that would eliminate more people, "Engineers" operating the Locomotives. The Locomotives would be controled by a "Person" utilizing this Remote Control Device in Yard Service and possibly over the road service. THIS IS RIDICULOUS! How can this Remote Control Device account for Over-the-Road knowledge/experience that an Engineer has acquired while operating engines and handling trains of various lengths and tonages over very different types of territories. The Railroads are trying to cut costs to compete with the Trucking industry, to attempt to bust the unions, etc. They got rid of Firemen, Brakemen, Cabooses, and are trying to go to One-man operations. I think this is a VERY BIG MISTAKE, and needs lots of discussion. I realize that times, and technology are changing, BUT personally feel this should not be done!
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