Update: Thanks to a handful of generous donations during July, the fund has jumped to about $20,000, or 67% of the goal! Our warmest thanks to all who have contributed! Of course, we still have a way to go....
This is Chicago Aurora and Elgin car 308, one of the jewels of our fleet, in my opinion....
It's been nicely restored and maintained over the years, but right now it's out of service due to a shorted traction motor. These motors are big and heavy, and we estimate that one motor will cost about $30,000 to rebuild -- money the Museum doesn't have available at this time. So it's time for another donation campaign. YOU can help!
To donate safely online, go to this link.
Or you can always mail a check to the office. Our address:
Illinois Railway Museum
P.O. Box 427
Union, IL 60180
Be sure to designate your donation for the CA&E Wood Cars restricted fund with the magic word:
RCAEWOOD
That should be easy enough to remember - the R stands for Restricted Fund. Thanks!!!
2 comments:
Left a check at the museum today. $ 308 for 308.
That's great, Kevin! We really appreciate it.
On the other hand, I expect that now Victor will be asking you for help with the 476199....
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