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Gordon Garrett sends this photo of what may be the
only surviving US&S wigwag in the wild. Until now it was thought that
none existed except in museums and private displays. While the photo
was not taken recently (the building in the background has since
been demolished), Gordon visited this spot during mid January and testifies
that the wigwag is still alive and well. This is pretty big news
and we hope to have more photos of this rare beast soon. It is located
on 3rd Street in Joplin, Mo. on the former Frisco line. Frisco was known
for using this type of wigwag. Not only is this the last known US&S
wigwag, it is also one of 2 wigwags left in Missouri.
Photo by Gordon Garrett
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