:.... Readers can follow Helga and Clara’s route along the railroad to see what cities they visited. In the few regions where the lines show - - -, this means we aren’t absolutely certain that this was their exact route. If you live near their route, please check for 1896 newspaper articles on microfilm to see if you can help recreate this lost history. Thanks!

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Courtesy Library of Congress, LC Railroad Maps; 64; digital Idg3701prrooo64o