Re: Oh.....boy!

Steve,
Thanks for your reasoned and well intentioned response. Yes, the CHS does get credit for bringing back the #9. It's the circumstances surrounding how and, more importantly, WHY it was done that have everyone so irritated. We're all pleased that #9 will be running again! The tender swap issue is a moot point.
Now, as to historical accuracy, if there is a CORRECT template that has been volunteered to the CHS for use, why not use it??!! I think the answer is in one of the posts above, "....there is too much bad blood to cut the CHS any slack..." I know from reading the minutes of the Loop Committee Monthly Meeting reports that Behrens and Bell have NO love for the posters here on this forum! They aren't going to be the ones to hold out the olive branch. No, they will stumble on trying to re-invent the wheel when there is a much easier and simpler way to do it!
I know you want to stay as far away from this as possible but I think the only person that might be able to help is you! Could you mention the offer of the templates for the correct size and style of lettering?
This has gone on long enough. Let's get #9 sent off right! I really DO think that this is what the CHS wants and a feud between them and narrow gauge enthusiasts doesn't help anyone!
Steve, if you could, would you broach the subject with them? I really do think that you may be the only one who could succeed!