Hello,
On my way to Canaan yesterday, I found the NHCR GP9 7324 just starting to leave the yard by the NHCR shops around 0930. They headed south with one covered hopper to the junction with the SLR at North Stratford. After a quick break at the cafe there, they coupled to a string of 18 tank cars on the SLR siding and then headed back north with nine of the tank cars at 1030. Here's a few photos of the northbound move:
First, passing through the village of North Stratford:
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Then coming out of the woods north of town (and near the former station of Lovejoy):
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Slightly farther along the Connecticut River (and U.S. route 3):
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Finally, heading back into the woods before reaching headquarters:
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At this point, I headed north to work, but I am guessing that they probably returned south to pick up the remaining nine cars. I think the only thing brighter than the sun yesterday was the 7324!
Have a great day,
Fritz
