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by George W. Hilton
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Hardbound
324 Pages
463 Photos
The Monon, the shortest line between Indianapolis and Chicago, has a richhistory.
Though it was originally envisioned as a facility for interchange with steamboats at New Albany on the Ohio River and at Michigan City on Lake Michigan,the railroads principal function proved to be northbound freight haulage fromsouthern rail connections at Louisville.
From its early origins in 1847, the Monon had a difficult time due to its poorphysical plant when compared to other railroads of the day. In addition, amysterious stockholders coup in 1890 prevented it from reaching the coalfields of eastern Kentucky, and the possibility of becoming an importantregional coal hauler never materialized. It subsequently became dependent onits connection at Louisville.In 1946, these controlling, southern connections endedafter a long period of stagnancy. At that time, one of the most able andcolorful of modern railroad men, John W. Barriger III, became the Mononspresident. During his leadership, the railroad was dieselized, its passengertrains became streamlined and attempts were made to upgrade the physical plant.These improvements helped the Monon survive the difficult postwar period untilit merged into the Louisville & Nashville in 1971.
The Monons pioneer history, its high quality ofpassenger service, and its long association with higher education in Indianaare all combined in this exceptional volume of enthusiast interest.
This 324-page hardbound book is full of informative text and 463 captivating black and white photos, maps, drawingsand illustrations. A locomotive roster, bibliography and index also highlightthis excellent resource.
Hardbound, 8.5×11, 324 pages, 463 photos, maps, drawings & illustrations, roster,bibliography, index.
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