Operating a steam locomotive can be a labor intensive thing, with almost always something to do for both the engineer and the fireman. Jack Delano spied this engineer as he was oiling around his charge before starting out on the day’s run. It’s likely that the fireman is busy tending the fire and making sure everything is in working order at his post.
It’s May of 1943 and we’re in the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad’s Clyde yard in Cicero, Illinois.
I Thought it was CB&Q not BC&Q.
Ha, ha, ha! Great catch, Ron. I’ll make the correction pronto!
Thanks for the heads-up . . .
-Jack
I and a friend stood next to U.P. challenger in El Reno, OK. a few yrs. ago.
Was surprised to see the ladder into the cab.
Thanks Jack
Boudreaux