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Weekly 150: J.L. ‘Casey’ Jones

Hero of the Rails

By Jason Martin
jmartin@mckenziebanner.com
Posted 6/27/23

In the heartland of America, where the sound of lonesome whistle and the rumble of a train echoes through the picturesque landscapes, a legend was born. His name was Casey Jones, and he would become a symbol of bravery and selflessness for generations to come. This is the story of a man who dedicated his life to the rails and made the ultimate sacrifice to protect those entrusted to his care.

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