1966 West Coast & East Coast Champion Train Daily Schedule Ephemera For Sale

Discover a fascinating piece of railroad history with this original daily schedule for the \"WEST COAST CHAMPION\" and \"EAST COAST CHAMPION\" trains, effective December 15, 1966. This detailed ephemera provides a snapshot of mid-century American rail travel, outlining southbound and northbound routes with departure and arrival times for numerous cities along the East Coast, from New York down to Miami. Key stops include Philadelphia, Washington, Richmond, Charleston, Jacksonville, Orlando, and Fort Lauderdale, connecting major metropolitan areas. It also lists abbreviations for various railroad lines involved, such as P.R.R., A.C.L., R.F. & P., and L.V., offering insight into the collaborative nature of train services during this era.This schedule is a valuable historical document for collectors of railroadiana, vintage travel ephemera, or those interested in the social and transportation history of the 1960s. It features comprehensive daily timings and includes notes regarding passenger stops and Pullman sleeping accommodations, reflecting the amenities and operational details of long-distance train journeys. The item\'s visible text and layout are clear, offering a tangible connection to a bygone era of elegant and extensive rail networks. Measuring approximately 11.5 inches in length, this piece is an authentic representation of a time when train travel was a primary mode of intercity transportation.