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A black-and-white photo of a vintage Chicago Aurora and Elgin interurban car, number 2157, on an elevated track with passengers visible inside; signs indicate routes to Douglas Park, Cicero, and Berwyn. — Download original ↓

1945 · Douglas and Polk St., Chicago, IL

A Chicago Aurora and Elgin interurban car numbered 2157, showing its destination to Douglas Park, Cicero, and Berwyn, on an elevated structure in Chicago.

Date: 1945
Location: Douglas and Polk St., Chicago, ILApproximate location, placed at the center of the town.
Vehicle: Interurban car
Operator: Chicago Aurora and Elgin
Fleet numbers: Chicago Aurora and Elgin 2157

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1940s Winter Chicago

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