Re: (rshsdepot) Bay Street, Montclair, NJ

[CoolGuy127_@_aol.com]

In a message dated 2/15/02 6:44:04 AM Eastern Standard Time, 
donnielee46_@_hotmail.com writes:

> If you think that Montclair has any concept of art or history, take a ride 
> down and see what's become of the old DL&W terminal at Lackawanna Plaza. 
> It's enough to make you puke.

       I'm not entirely sure what you are referring to.  The old DL&W 
Terminal at Lackawanna Plaza is still there, and has been converted to a 
Blockbuster Video, or some similar establishment.  It is sad that it is no 
longer a railroad station, but at least the building still stands and has 
been converted to a productive use.  Moreover, since it is a store that is 
open to the public, you can go inside and check out the interior of the 
building, much of which retains its historical ambiance.  So while I'd rather 
see the building used as a railroad station, I'd much rather have it 
converted to a store than see it torn down or being used for a purpose that 
destroys its historical ambiance.  

       I haven't been to the Bay Street Station in Montclair in a while, but 
I did take a ride on the line a few years ago.  The old Bay Street Station 
was a disgrace.  It consisted of a small circular opaque plastic shelter -- 
one of the least attractive facilities that I've ever seen.  I'm glad to see 
that the new station will be more attractive.

                         Daniel Chazin
                         Teaneck, NJ

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