Southern Pacific # 573 - Toledo, Oregon
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TheBeanTeam
N 44° 37.256 W 123° 56.310
10T E 425545 N 4941270
Reported to be the oldest caboose in Oregon this SP caboose was built in 1907.
Waymark Code: WM6J8D
Location: Oregon, United States
Date Posted: 06/09/2009
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SP # 573 was in service until 1965 when it was donated to the Toledo Jaycees to be used as a meeting hall. In 1996 it was acquired by the Yaquina Pacific Railroad Historical Society which promptly began restoration. The caboose is now used as an office and information center. Source:
Yaquina Pacific Railroad Historical Society
It is interesting to note that the trucks used on this caboose are from 1953 and were manufactured in Sacramento.
Current Use:
Yaquina Pacific Railroad Historical Society office and information center
Type Of Caboose: Cupola, "Standard"
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Visit Instructions:
Please visit the location of the caboose, brake van, or guard van, provide visit details through photo or narrative.