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Celebrate Burlington Route 170th

merleburl September 1, 2020

On September 2, 1850, the Pioneer Steam Engine left West Chicago, then called Junction, and headed to Batavia – the first run of the Burlington Route. To celebrate the 170th Anniversary of this historic train line, the West Chicago City Museum is giving free craft kits to families.

(photo courtesy of West Chicago City Museum)

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I am an Independent Writing and Editing Professional.

I also am the author of At Home with Merle Burleigh, which is published weekly on the City of West Chicago's website, westchicago.org. It chronicles the community life of West Chicago.

As a resident  of West Chicago for more than 40  years, I know this is a  great community with residents who care for each other and offer assistance whenever needed.

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