Marengo Illinois Woodstock & Sycamore Traction Company Gasoline Motor Car Real Photo Postcard

The Woodstock and Sycamore Traction Company operated an interurban line in northern Illinois, serving communities like Marengo with gasoline-powered motor cars. These self-propelled railcars, such as the one pictured, were a common sight in the early 20th century, offering a more flexible and often more economical alternative to traditional steam locomotives or fully electrified streetcar systems for smaller regional routes.