Re: Of shortlines & NG, Ely and Durango

geode Wrote:
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> Yes Scott I agree that in actual D&RGW railroad
> terms Durango is a mere shadow of what it once
> was. It was headed for abandonment, One thing no
> one can dispute is that time marches on, and for
> those of us looking to recreate the past today are
> fooling ourselves. The Bradshaws and the Harpers
> may be personally train buffs, but when millions
> of bucks are on the line you suppose they put it
> on historical representation? If I had money to
> put on the line it would go in the direction of
> the best chance of reproducing itself. If we look
> at the D&S in that light I believe it's an amazing
> accomplishment that it exists at all, muted
> whistles,wood pellets burning at night, people
> knocking speeders out of the way,and all, I think
> we should celebrate what it is, THAT it is, rather
> than bemoan what it isn't.
>
> George


Agreed - Let us enjoy what has been saved.

Michael

Heritage Railway volunteer since 1968

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