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Introduced on May 17, 1971 as a 403(b) train (extension of existing Springfield shuttle).

December 1973: WB 70 minutes longer than its connection, the Southern Crescent. "The route offers neither speed nor comfort, and the single daily schedule doesn't encourage Boston-Springfield-Hartford traffic. Ridership primarily west of Worcester, esp south of Springfield.

Originally had parlor car, snack car, and reclining seats in coach. By December 1973, used ex-RW RDCs.

June 1974: ex-Roger Williams #27 plus standard RDC.