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Whiskey Tower

Whiskey Tower

No Vince...it's a water tower not a whiskey tower. You'll have to get your kicks elsewhere! September 4, 2006.


Welcome to Missouri

Welcome to Missouri

Route 66 signage marking the border between Illinois and Missouri on the old Chain of Rocks Bridge. September 4, 2006.


Chain of Rocks Bridge

Chain of Rocks Bridge

The Austins stopped, longing to drive the old Cahin of Rocks Bridge over the Mississippi River. September 4, 2006.


Ken and Eileen

Ken and Eileen

Ken and Eileen enjoying the views at the old Chain of Rocks Bridge. September 4, 2006.


Corn

Corn

The 1926-1930 section of Route 66 just west of Springfield, IL. Notice the grass growing in the craks and the corn fields lining the road. September 4, 2006.


Wagon Wheel Motel

Wagon Wheel Motel

A real piece of Americana. Rooms ranged from $13-16 per night and were full of character. September 4, 2006.


Fran Presentation

Fran Presentation

Fran, of the Missouri Route 66 Association, being presented with a rally plaque by Ken and Vince. September 4, 2006.


The Mother (and Daughter) Road

The Mother (and Daughter) Road

Veronica and Diana next to the original road markings still visible on the Chain of Rocks Bridge. September, 4, 2006.