View to the East Towards Eastern Connections of TRRA, 1961

Two tracks leading to Illinois transfer main line. Crossing in lower left not protected by signals. Trains move in all directions at any time, weeds and debris this area clutter up this area. Tracks curving to left at upper center. Single track, no block signals to protect against opposing moves. This view is to the southwest from the bridge at Venice, Illinois; it shows in part, the main line that runs from lower left of photo to center right, and a switching lead running into it at the lower center of the picture. Engines working on this switching lead have to be on alert at all times for any other train movements here. Again, notice the curvature of the tracks--one goes to the right at center of photo, one to the left, and it is obstructed by high weeds and cars. There is also another main line running into this one at the center of the picture and firemen must keep a lookout here in several directions.