Interurbans and trolleys in Illinois

[CarterB]

Any photos, maps, recollections of Illinois Interurban or trolley operations?
Post em here.

[Gilbert B Norman]

Mr. Morris--

While answering an inquiry from RRNET memberbyte regarding traction excursion operator Maurice Klebolt (dba Illini Railroad Club), I found this interesting material after a little giggling.

http://www.streetcar.org/mim/spotlight/ ... index.html

http://page.dnv.cooketech.net/flyer/fyjul-aug00.pdf

Of interest, the Illini railroad Club is today a recognized U of I/UC student activity; "not exactly" the case during my day (1961-1970 with a little "time out' to play Cowboys and Indians over in 'Nam)

[CarterB]

Mr. Norman,

Thanks for digging up the info on Maury Klebolt.

My memories of him were the excellent "last days" trips he organized on the ITRR in the 1950s. I rode several times in 233/234 on trips, and even visited him in those cars when they were parked on N. Neil St on the siding, when I was at U of I in 1960-61.

I did not know of his involvement in San Fran.

Thanks again,

Carter Morris