The Burlington Route's Pioneer Zephyr made a record-time run from Denver to Chicago, passing through Ottumwa on its trip east. The next day, the train made a more leisurely journey back to Denver. This photo was taken the day after the record run - 1,000 miles non-stop, in just over 13 hours. For more information on the Michael Lemberger Collection visit https://aspace.lib.uiowa.edu/repositories/2/resources/3157
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The Burlington Route's Pioneer Zephyr made a record-time run from Denver to Chicago, passing through Ottumwa on its trip east. The next day, the train made a more leisurely journey back to Denver. This photo was taken the day after the record run - 1,000 miles non-stop, in just over 13 hours. For more information on the Michael Lemberger Collection visit https://aspace.lib.uiowa.edu/repositories/2/resources/3157