It Runs On Steam!
Sunday, April 13th, 2008
I was waiting for the L in the loop when a strange old-timey two-car train clattered by. It didn’t stop. It just rumbled through the station.
The Guy Standing Next To Me: What the hell is that?
I managed to snap a photo before it got away, although I nearly dropped my camera on the tracks in the process. I expected to see Doc Brown, Clara, Jules and Verne waving from a window. (And Einstein. Can’t forget Einstein!) Anyone know what the deal is with those old trains? Here’s a better look:



Comments
Maybe it’s the CTA’s subtle way of saying: “Hey everyone, we know the El sucks, but, remember, the thing was built like 100 years ago!”
April 13th, 2008 at 11:01 am