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A vintage 8mm home movie from 1970 captures a steam train in California. The footage begins with close-up shots of the locomotive's mechanical components, including pistons and wheels, with steam rising from the engine. The scene transitions to a wider view showing a train engineer in overalls and a cap walking alongside the black steam engine, which bears the number 4 and the name 'CORN COAST' on its side. A yellow passenger car is attached, and the train is set against a backdrop of trees, evoking a nostalgic, mid-century Americana feel.
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