Lawrence Thomas 98 pages softcover
This book explores the history of the Alton, Jacksonville & Peoria Railway, the "Piasa Route" electric interurban line. The book looks at the beginnings of the line, its operations, the impact of the Panic of 1907 on the line and financial difficulties that the railway experienced. Also covered are the Piasa Power Plant and the cars and equipment used by the line. Chapters also detail the Kankakee and Urbana Traction Company, the East St Louis, Columbia & Waterloo Railway and the Central Traction Company.
