Delmar Loop in University City in St. Louis County, Missouri — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)

Trolleys, Cars and Carriages. Oh My!

Loop Trolley

— Leland Westbound —

Trolleys, Cars and Carriages. Oh My! Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), April 22, 2019

1. Trolleys, Cars and Carriages. Oh My! Marker

Inscription. In an ever-changing world, it's always interesting to see how trends in transportation come full circle. In this picture from 1923, you can see an example of three different types of streetcars. The #1157 streetcar is preparing to make its loop back onto Delmar Boulevard while private automobiles and a horse-drawn carriage bring up the rear.

The Loop Trolley brings a new focus to transit. Why drive when you can ride? With ten stops along the 2.2 mile route, you're never far from your destination.

Erected by The Loop Trolley Company.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Railroads & Streetcars • Roads & Vehicles. In addition, it is included in the Loop Trolley series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1923.

Location. 38° 39.368′ N, 90° 18.366′ W. Marker is in University City, Missouri, in St. Louis County. It is in Delmar Loop. Marker is at the intersection of Delmar Boulevard and Leland Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Delmar Boulevard. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 6621 Delmar Boulevard, Saint Louis MO 63130, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. William Clark (here, next to this marker); Dwight Davis (a few steps from this marker); The Growth of a Neighborhood

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(a few steps from this marker); Virginia Mayo (a few steps from this marker); Clark Terry (a few steps from this marker); Henry Armstrong (a few steps from this marker); Henry Townsend (within shouting distance of this marker); Theodore Link (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in University City.

Credits. This page was last revised on March 3, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 29, 2019, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 100 times since then and 9 times this year. Photo 1. submitted on April 29, 2019, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.