Railroads. Denver & Rio Grande D. & R.G. continues pioneer spirit of founder. Post June 30, 1937 p.lE 1st D. & R. G. train reached town June 19, 1872 arrival was celebrated July 3. Colo. mag. v.35 #1 Jan. 1958 p.48 1st regular railway service started Jan. 1, 1872. Colo. mag. v.35 #1 Jan.,1958 p.46 Fire-charred trestle opened. Post Feb. 24, 1958 p.10 The DAR.G. and the panic of 1873, by Robert G. Athearn. Colo. Mag. v.35 #2 Apr.,1958 p.121