Steve,
Thank you for your update and assurances. It helps to hear these words coming from the horses mouth, so to speak (pardon the reference). My sincere apologies to you for my doubtfulness. I suppose I still don't like how the historical society is handling the financial aspect of all of this.
I am much reassured, and am looking forward to seeing #9 under steam come opening day, and taking a ride behind that beautiful locomotive! I have a new digital camera to work with, and I think I will be obliged to document the return to steam of one of Colorado's most historic locomotives!
Best regards,
Shane Schabow