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Caption: Last train: At 13:44 on October 2 2013 CSXT 2574 and Caboose (Operation Red Block) 900074 arrive in Wallaceburg for the last time. There was much fanfare at the RTC/Bridgetenders office as about a half dozen employees from various trades were on hand to witness the event.
In this scene, the RTC waves goodbye to the crew as they walk to their train to start their work, while various other employees (Clerks, Bridgetenders, Maintenance of Way/Signals) look on.
For a close up of the train, click here and for more, 'search' the site. Suggested searches: CSXT Sarnia, C&O, Chesapeake and Ohio, Wallaceburg, Dresden, Tupperville, Eberts. etc.
Postscript: On October 3 2013 at 23:59 the Wallaceburg RTC office was closed and positions eliminated. In honour of the folks who held this job, here is a link to an audio recording of a work train calling the RTC between Chatham and Blenheim, Ontario.
Click here to listen
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What will happen to the line now?
Jason, service has ended on the Wallaceburg to Chatham portion of the line. The region of Chatham-Kent, aka Municipal Services Corporation is seeking an operator for the rail line at the present. If one can be found, it may see service again – otherwise it may be ripped up.
Are there many industries on the line? If so, private rail contractors such as Cando could be called in later on.