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On Thu, 2 Apr 2026 14:59:05 +0100, The Natural Philosopher wrote:

> Steam trains were endemic in the 1950s Our line was electrified but most
> were not.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Union_Pacific_Big_Boy

ALCO was a major employer where I grew up. They did make diesels and tried 
to diversify into automobiles, nuclear reactors, and other ventures but 
the doors closed in 1969.