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Electrified Illinois Central suburban line opens with giant civic celebration
August 190 event marks the completion of elevated tracks and electrified service from Matteson to downtown Chicago. Gov Len Small led dignitaries as 100000 people attended a Pageant of Transportation at Soldier Field while communities including Homewood Harvey and Hyde Park celebrated.
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