In 1939 the PRR built their first duplex-drive locomotive. The shrouding was designed by Raymond Loewy. After the fair, it went to Northumberland as part of the PRR steam collection. The last major display of vintage railroad equipment occurred during this fair. Almost everything today is new in railroading.
Sleek diesels eat up the miles faster than ever.
Research and development keep turning out special kinds of freight. There is also a continuing effort to improve passenger equipment so that train travel is smoother and more comfortable. Canadian National is your Company. See it in action. Talk to the men who manage part of it.