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I am planning a steam-only (circa 1940's) layout with a large division point yard and and several towns both east and west of the yard to be served by locals. My question is, how common were turntables, and how did local steam freights operate? The local would leave the yard westbound work one ot two towns, but then it would need to be turned for the return trip. Did every town have a turntable or wye? Thanks. Mike
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