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A major item for the anniversary was to see if the only surviving locomotive from the Mountain Quarries could somehow be brought home, even if just tempararily, for display. As it so happens, the owner, Bob Kirtlan of Clarksburg,CA was more than happy to loan out the engine for the event.

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1. A trip by Mike Lynch, Ken Yeo, and myself to Silver Bend Farms revealed #202 in a somewhat forloarn state.
2. Mike and I snap shots while negotiations of the loan terms take place with Bob Kirtlan and Ken Yeo.
3. Bob, Ken, and I pose for a shot with this beautiful little machine. (Mike Lynch image)

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4.-7. Loading the #202 up in Clarksburg for the trip to Auburn. In image 7, the transport crew pose with their load. (Mike Lynch images)

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8. With transport provided by Robinson Sand & Gravel, #202 parades up Lincoln Way past the State Theater in Auburn,CA. (Mike Lynch image)
9. A closeup of her on the trailer. (Mike Lynch image)
10. Making the corner at Central Square. (Mike Lynch image)

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11.-14. Unloading at the ASRA Headquarters in Auburn where she will recieve some repairs and new paint. (Mike Lynch images)

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15. With some new paint and while waiting for other repairs, the #202 sits on display at the office for the Auburn State Recreation Area.


Locomotive Arrives for bridge's 100th Birthday Party--Auburn Journal May 13, 2012.

Also check out the MQRR #202 Walk Around page.

   
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