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How far do you think it is to Hastings from here? Well, imagine boarding an electric train right here in 1914. You’d be on the St. Paul Southern Electric Railway, ready for a scenic 90-minute trip to Hastings. The St. Paul Southern Electric Railway was a testament to the early days of electric railroads in Minnesota. The journey wasn’t about speed. It meandered along the Mississippi River, offering picturesque views to passengers. The railway ceased operations long ago, but a piece of its history remains etched in this monument. It serves as a reminder of the era when the St. Paul Southern Electric Railway connected communities and carried dreams along the riverbanks.

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