Monon, Indiana Accident Memo

[Tom Kepshire]

Checking through some folders and came across this memo about the accident at Monon, Indiana. Limestone depot building was reduced to rubble on September 17, 1951, when Train 5, the Thoroughbred derailed rounding the curve. F3A units 85A and 85B, with additional units 82A and 81B behind being taken to Lafayette. The accident occured at 3:18 pm. The depot was replaced and officially opened June 10, 1953. This memo is courtesy of Steve Dolzall, for his collection.

[Victor Sauerheber]

Thanks for posting Tom. Vic