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I'm hoping the CZ will go from Chicago westbound by July 16th? Is this likely? I'm hoping anyone out there who keeps tabs on the work being done might know. Thanks! I hate to do it, but I may need to book a flight on priceline
Gilbert B Norman Member # 1541
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There are reports at another forum, apparently from an Amtrak Locomotive Engineer, that service to Chicago will resume with #6(3); from Chi will be #5(5). Remember however, this is NOT official - while "believable", consider the source.
Amtrak's official pronouncement remains as "To Be Announced"; so if there is foundation to the report, then it would appear that BNSF expects the CB&Q accross Iowa will be "open for business" on July 5.
Even if there is "slippage" from these reported resumption days, #5(16) should be OK.
sutton Member # 1612
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thanks! I'll wait and see until the 5th.
Gilbert B Norman Member # 1541
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Reports are that the "slippage" has begun; line through Iowa set to reopen July 6 vice 5.
First EW is to be #6(4), WW #5(6).
But I still think, Mr. Sutton, you will be passing my home come July 16.
sutton Member # 1612
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THanks Mr. Norman! Sounds positive but could you translate what you wrote? (First EW is to be #6(4), WW #5(6).)
Cheers! I'll wave from the window on my way to Omaha!
Gilbert B Norman Member # 1541
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EW Eastward WW Westward.
Likely I am guilty of using quite localized terms in plabe of the customary EB Eastbound or WB Westbound. But the railroad along which I grew up, the New Haven, used "--"ward" in place of "--bound".
But then, New England is definitely a society influenced by maritime customs. Windward and Leeward are of course maritime, particularly sailing, terms.
sutton Member # 1612
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Thanks Gilbert. I'm booked and ready to go next week! Glad she's running again
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