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The Western Star was GN's secondary passenger train which ran between Chicago, Minneapolis/St. Paul and Seattle.  It replaced the former heavyweight Oriental Limited using the original 1947 streamlined Empire Builder equipment and ran from 1951 to 1970.  The "Star" stopped at Glacier National Park (in season) while the Empire Builder bypassed these stops (Belton and East Glacier).

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Front and Back covers

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Route Map & Scenic Destinations

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Glacier Park highlights

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Pullman accommodations

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On-board amenities