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A vintage brown interurban car numbered 2817 is parked on a private right-of-way next to a white building, with a trolley pole overhead and a 'LOOP.' destination sign. — Download original ↓

1950 · Oak Park Ave., Garfield Park

An Illinois-based interurban car, likely from the Chicago Aurora and Elgin, sits on a private right-of-way with its number 2817 and destination 'LOOP.' clearly visible.

Date: 1950
Location: Oak Park Ave., Garfield ParkApproximate location, placed at the center of the town.
Vehicle: Interurban car
Operator: Chicago Aurora and Elgin
Equipment: Insull-era steel coach
Fleet numbers: Chicago Aurora and Elgin 2817

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1950s Summer GARFIELD PARK

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