Santa Fe Station, Shawnee Oklahoma

Shawnee's growth was fueled by the railroad industry. By 1902, the Choctaw had been absorbed by the Rock Island, and a station was built at the foot of Union Street. Shortly thereafter, the Santa Fe built one of the more striking stations in the entire country. The Missouri, Kansas, and Texas Railroad, better known as the Katy, also built a station. By 1907, according to the Chamber of Commerce, there was an average of 42 passenger trains and 65 freight trains arriving in the city each day. - Ms. Anthea

• Photo Credit: Ms. Anthea
• Shawnee is about 38 miles from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.