Union Pacific Big Boy
The Union Pacific’s own Big Boy (4014) makes a
historic trek across the country backed by the George Bush 4141 engine.
On this particular day the Big Boy after departing College Station,
made stops in sever locations including Hearne & Jewett TX.
Saturday November 9th 2019
Hearne, TX
The big boy approaches, backed by the George Bush 4141 engine.
People came from all around to see and photograph this historic moment.
George Bush 4141
Now to Jewett.
All along 79, people line the tracks to witness history.
4014 arrives in Jewett.
Workers preform on the fly maintenance to keep to keep the over 70 year old machine alive and well.
Keepin the streets safe.
Valves let out steam, preparing to once again be set into motion.
Temperature check.
All is good.
Whistle blows for around 5 seconds.
First movement.
And the Big Boy is once again off to the next destination.