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MEMORIES OF OLD OAK COMMON IN 1976 A GLIMPSE OF THE LAST OF THE 'WESTERNS' IN AND AROUND THE OLD OAK COMMON AREA, IN THEIR FINAL FULL YEAR OF OPERATION |
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| AN AMBASSADOR LOOKING GOOD They didn't come in much better condition than this. The last time I saw D1051. 1976 |
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ONE OF THE FIRST - ONE OF THE LAST
Still going strong and a regular favourite 'Western Pathfinder' takes on fuel. |
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| A SCRUB UP FOR GAUNTLET Working empty stock through the carriage cleaning plant - D1070 'Western Gauntlet' 1976 |
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ENTRY OF A LADY In keeping with most of her contemporaries at this time, a rather careworn 'Western Lady' heads for a short rest on shed at OOC. 1976 |
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| THE GOVERNOR MAKES AN APPEARANCE Suitably refreshed, 'Western Governor' awaits the road to Paddington, for another dash down the main line to the West Country. 1976 |
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'LADY' PUSHES THE PLYMOUTH VANS INTO THE RECEPTION SIDINGS Another opportunity to see 'Western Lady' This time after arrival with the up Plymouth Vans. 1976 |
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| NIGHT VANS FOR RANGER - PADDINGTON A reminder that the railway is a 24 hour operation. Late at night in Paddington Station, 'Western Ranger' awaits the off with vans for the West. 1976 |
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