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Erie Centennial Year Marked by 1851 First Erie Line Run
The 1851 inaugural New York and Erie Railroad run from Piermont to Dunkirk celebrated as a milestone in U.S. history. The 446 mile line carried Millard Fillmore and Daniel Webster among the passengers, symbolizing pioneer effort, progress, and national growth. Now spanning 2200 miles between New York and Chicago, Erie Railroad emphasizes safety and dependable service built on its heritage.
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