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1949 Official Guide Book and Program for the Chicago Railroad Fair, held on the Chicago lakefront during the event's "2nd Great Year." This softcover booklet accompanied the pageant "Wheels a-Rolling" and details the railroad exhibits presented by major American rail companies. Cover art shows a colorful illustrated scene of period horse-drawn passenger cars, a steam locomotive with smoke, costumed figures in Victorian dress, and the Fair's twin white pylon entrance towers along the lakefront. Printed cover text reads: "Chicago Railroad Fair, 2nd Great Year, Official Guide Book and Program for the Pageant 'Wheels a-Rolling,' Price 35¢." Size: approximately 8.7 x 11 inches. Dating: cover date and "2nd Great Year" banner confirm this as the 1949 edition of the Fair, which ran 1948-1949. Condition: VG-. Please review photos closely, as they are part of the description. Some edge and corner wear consistent with age and handling; see images for details. Items are packaged securely and shipped fast to ensure safe arrival. Keywords: vintage ephemera, mid-century americana, train memorabilia, illinois history, transportation collectibles, souvenir program, railway history, 1940s paper, travel souvenir, lakefront exhibition Check out all of our similar items!