Brief Summary
In this video, Will White Jr., also known as Professor White, showcases various bus and train schedules serving different districts, including historical context and personal experiences with each route. He shares engaging details about each transportation service while encouraging viewers to appreciate the routes.
- Routes include the number 9, number 30, number 31, number 44, number 49, route 124, route 125, and the market Frankford line.
- Each route's history, main points, and significance to the presenter is highlighted, reflecting his long-standing enthusiasm for public transportation.
Introduction to Schedule Collection
Will White Jr. opens the show as the host, introducing the theme of showcasing various schedules relevant to William H. Gray, the third, at 30th Street Station. He invites the audience to dive into the presentation of several bus routes.
Route 9 Overview
The first route discussed is Route 9, which was previously known as route letter A. This bus began service on February 5, 1984, and was extended to its current loop on November 12, 2006. Will expresses his dedication to this route since 1998, emphasizing his experience riding it.
Route 30 Description
Next, Will details Route 30, which originated as a streetcar service on June 8, 1913, before transitioning to a bus service on August 20, 1950. Key stops on this route include 40th Street, 41st Street, Havford Avenue, University Avenue, and Vine Street. Will has been riding this route since 2000, and it also serves as a tribute to professional athlete Steph Curry.
Route 31 Features
Route 31 is highlighted next, originally merging with a former streetcar route in 1938 and transitioning to a bus service on June 16, 1956. This route continues to represent Cattle Hill District and includes stops like Overbrook Park and parts of West Philadelphia. Will has used this route since 1996, relating it to his current age.
Route 44 Insights
Will discusses Route 44, which began service on January 29, 1973, and added Sunday services on September 4, 1983. This route, representing Cattle Hill District, underwent re-designation on November 21, 1989, with several modifications over the years. Will recalls that he has favored this route since 1999.
Route 49 Announcement
Will then presents Route 49, created in 1932, which has seen several reroutings and was re-numbered from the former Route 121 in 1989. It still serves the Allegheny district and has been incorporated into the new bus network connecting to the trolley portal. Will shares his ride history on this route, ensuring continued usage in the future.
Routes 124 and 125 Discussion
Next, Will introduces Routes 124 and 125, which serve important areas like King of Prussia and 13th and Market. He describes his extensive usage of these routes, emphasizing their significance to his transportation journey.
Market Frankford Line Overview
Will describes the Market Frankford Line, notable for its blue train cars that began service on March 4, 1907. The line has been equipped with M4 cars, featuring automated announcements and air conditioning. Enhanced all-night service was added in the 2010s decade, boosting ridership. Will expresses his fondness for this line since 1997.
Lucy Route Presentation
The final route discussed is Lucy, which runs counterclockwise and features two loops, the green loop and the gold loop, both of which have been ride preferences for Will since 2002. He provides information about his frequent usage of this route during specific months and years.
Conclusion of Show
Will concludes the schedule collection show, thanking the audience for joining and encouraging them to utilize their transportation passes responsibly. He expresses his passion for public transportation and hints at future episodes.
