In a sure sign that both the Soo Line and Upper Michigan were in for a very long winter, 2229B and 2500A roll 19 cars west toward Marquette on a chilly, snowy mid-October afternoon.

The days are getting shorter and shadows longer as Soo 2229B departs Trout Lake with a westbound local. Soo F's were running out their last miles during the late 70's, but were well maintained and... (more)