First link in subway is in operation along State St route through loop shopping district; new 5 mi, twin tube underground line speeds up North and South traffic and relieves some congestion in elevated loop section; mezzanine stations include escalator access to and from platforms at train level; modern lighting, ventilation and train control.


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    Title :

    Chicago's first subway placed in operation


    Additional title:

    Eng News-Rec


    Published in:

    Publication date :

    1943


    Size :

    4 pages


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English


    Keywords :


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