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The lure of the Mother Road February 19, 2006

Posted by Ron in Attractions, History.
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Michael Martinez of the Chicago Tribune writes about what attracts people to drive Route 66. In the spotlight are the California Route 66 Museum in Victorville and the Barstow Route 66 Mother Road Museum.

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