August 31, 2008 04:21PM
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But John, if we don't get worked up about it, the gradual process of dumbing down the railroad will just continue. Why are the Friends working so hard to restore buildings and equipment to an accurate appearance if the operating arm of the railroad is free to turn the whole operation into Dollywood West?
As you pointed out, the number of people who actually know what is accurate is declining. If well meaning people like Roger say "I like it", then the C&TS will eventually become just another tourist ride and we will lose an historic railroad. The tourists won't care what the engine looks like, but why not do it right for those who do care? In this case, it would have been cheaper to do it right. Doing all that silver striping took extra time, for which someone got paid.
With two photo charters coming, in addition to Chama Steam, I hope someone will press for the engine to be given an accurate paint job. Jay may not care, but I expect Ron Burkard and David Rodgers will care if the engines pulling their charters are accurate. Do we need the British to save us from our own slovenly regard for historical accuracy?
Michael Allen
Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 08/31/2008 05:23PM by trainrider47.
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