INTERCITY BUS COMPANIES

SOUTHERN LIMITED


1948 MAP


Incorporated in 1928.

Subsequently acquired the following companies:

Betourne Bus Line
Acquired in 1932.

Through acquisitions and extensions, formed a route from Chicago to Danville.

Metropolis & Northern Motor Lines.
Acquired in 1932. Route acquired by Metropolis & Northern Motor Lines in 1930 from Egyptian Transportation System.

Operated from Danville to Metropolis.

Through further acquisitions and extensions, subsequently formed a route from Danville to Evansville.

Southern Limited consolidated in 1954 into Pennsylvania Greyhound Lines, subsequently consolidated in 1955 into Eastern Division of Greyhound.


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