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In 1932, at the suggestion of LBSC himself, Carl Purinton formed a loose-knit organization known as the "Brotherhood of Live Steamers" or simply '''BLS'''.
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The first meeting of the Brotherhood was held at Mr. Purinton's home on October 15, 1932, where dozens of men came to operate their 2-1/2" gauge locomotives on Mr. Purinton's 140' long "back and forth track" in his driveway, and to show off their "works in progress".  Meets were held at the Purinton home annually until 1937.
In 1932, at the suggestion of [[LBSC]] himself, Carl Purinton formed a loose-knit organization known as the "Brotherhood of Live Steamers" or simply '''BLS'''.


== References ==
== References ==


* [http://www.southerncalifornialivesteamers.com/show_tip.asp?ID=1 "Early Years", Harlan Hiney, Southern California Live Steamers]
* [http://www.southerncalifornialivesteamers.com/show_tip.asp?ID=1 "Early Years", Harlan Hiney, Southern California Live Steamers]

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BLS original decal.jpg

In 1932, at the suggestion of LBSC himself, Carl Purinton formed a loose-knit organization known as the "Brotherhood of Live Steamers" or simply BLS.

References

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