Description
Behold Chicago’s dazzling nighttime railway scene, where powerful steam locomotives illuminate the city’s skyline. Over 35 railways with 5700 miles of track make Chicago the world’s largest terminal point for tonnage and facilities. This Kaufmann-Fabry photograph, circa 1960s, captures the energy of a railroad center.
Front Text (cleaned):
Chicago—Railroad Center of the World.
Kaufmann-Fabry Photo.
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Back Text (cleaned):
Chicago, in volume of tonnage and amount of facilities, is the world's largest terminal point. It is now served by over 35 railways which have 5700 miles of track in the Chicago area.
