1711

[Kenneth Josephson]

Jim Holland wrote:

>         But 1711 has very definite historical value as the last car to serve
> Washington, the last PCC to operate in revenue service through County
> Home Siding, present PTM Museum site, so I definitely do not fault the
> decision to save this car.  It most definitely Does fit in to the Museum
> theme on an historical basis.

True. I am not challenging anyone on the decision to save 1711. I was merely pointing out
that the decision to retain a historically significant car versus an identical unit in
better condition will not please everybody. Nor will saving the better car over the
historically more significant one.

> Interurban--1711 does operate and it has received cosmetic touches in
> addition to a like-new paint scheme from a generous donor.

And a joy to ride as well. :-)

Ken J.