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Planes, Trains & Automobiles Next Weekend Posted 14 July 2008 Planes, Trains & Automobiles, Oelwein's trifecta event celebrating the community's long-standing history with these traditional modes of transportation, will be held Saturday, July 19.   Start the day flying high at the Fly In Breakfast at the Oelwein Municipal Airport, closely followed by the aerobatic performers at 10 a.m.   Hailing from Oelwein, Walter Chrysler is the inspiration for the day long, motorcycle Poker Run and local classic car cruise!   The Chicago Great Western Railway's "maple leaf route" brings emphasis to the railroading history in the community. Tours of the lookout tower, hand car rides, and dioramas depicting the famed "Round House" will be available to rail enthusiasts of all ages.   The day will close with an evening meal and social event followed by the motorcycles' 9 p.m. Parade of Lights.   For more information, contact the Oelwein Chamber and Area Development at 319-283-1105.

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