# Train Journey in Albany Sparks Rail Enthusiast Connection

A train journey in Albany, N.Y., leads to a conversation between a passenger and a retired rail enthusiast. John Barton, from Kent, Connecticut, attends an Electric Railroaders Association convention in Evanston. The event focuses on electric railways, including buses and subways.

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Created: 2026-10-24T04:57:17.433402+00:00

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