Re: Jimmy, the only missing piece now....

John West Wrote:
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> ....is confirming the 483 ran light from Durango
> to Gato on the 16th to help the 492 east. And
> maybe some names of the train crews. Thanks
> everyone for the help, it is amazing the details
> we can dig up 51 years after all this happened.
> Attached is a picture of the 483 at Gato with
> presumably the 492 pulling behind it. And note
> the water service car is missing, the one Fritz
> discussed in another thread.
>
JBWX

Yes, engine 483 ran east light to Gato to help extra 492 west. 483 positioned to couple onto 492 train when they stop for water.
Engineer on 483 was Headrick, engineer on 492 was Holt.
I'll do a separate post for the 492 west.
Jimmy