I enjoyed your Cardinal report. The references to the Cincinnati station are good and bring back memories. I actually did travel in and out of the station just a couple of times many years ago, when there were a lot trains. At the time I was so young, and there were so many trains and so many beautiful stations still around that I did not properly appreciate it, the way I would now. I also remember the large well kept lawn in front of it which you describe.
Also, like Alan said, that Greenbriar Hotel in West Virginia has been around forever. Too bad you did not eat there.....you might keep it in mind should you make a second trip. I am sure it must be expensive, but at least you would now know to plan ahead. I would like to check it out myself, some day.
