John Street Engines

Servicing steam engines

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2901

3100

Note: To view John Street engines hauling passenger trains see feature Articles:
CPR Bruce, London and Trenton Divisions.

Steam still handled some passenger trains in 1957-58. Above photos: Bob Shaw (CPR Ret'd).

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5750

6271

7020 and 7027 both in early paint scheme. Note the two hand lamps hanging on the back of the cab; one red and one white/clear. These were required to be lit at night for immediate flagging use.

7011

7021

7023 Windsor Yard

7027 7032

Road power was assigned to St.Luc however, servicing and light repairs were carried out at John Street.

These 89mph FP7 units worked The Canadian and during layover a short trip to Hamilton and return.

4094 one of five (4094-4098) FPA2 75 mph passenger units. MLW #79170 10/53

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