Philippine Railway Historical Society News and History!: STAR CITY #6

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Wednesday, October 20, 2021

STAR CITY #6

Below is a selection of detail shots I took of 'Central Azucarera de La Carlota' back in 2010, when she

still sat outside the Star City complex in Pasay (Manila).

Built: Davenport

Year: 1921

Builders Number: 1859

Since these were taken, #6 has been moved inside, and it was reported to have received a repaint.

Sadly, a massive fire ripped through Star City on October 2nd, 2019. It is unknown if the historic locomotive was damaged and, not unusual for businesses there, all correspondence has been totally ignored.

We would greatly appreciate any further updates on the locomotive.