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The J2a - Hudson Streamliner (right engine) and another modern engine used in the Grand Finale for the Railroads On Parade program The spectacular finish of the show culminated with the cast, both human and steel, making their final appearance on stage. How marvelous it must have been to witness the history and inventiveness of man unfold before the eyes of the visitor to Railroads on Parade.

J2-Hudson Streamliner
New York Central J-3a #5449
(with Boxpok driving wheels).
Courtesy of the World's Fair
Historical Society - photo wf-286r
Grand Finale for the Railroads On Parade program.
Railroads on Parade Grand Finale photo Courtesy of the Kurt Weill Foundation for Music, New York. Left loco is PRR K4s #3768
Right loco is New York Central J-3a #5453 (with Scullin driving wheels).

Railroads on Parade Grand Finale photo 183
Railroads on Parade Grand Finale photo 183