News & Reviews News Lionel Collectors Club of America founder celebrates 90th birthday

Lionel Collectors Club of America founder celebrates 90th birthday

By | June 27, 2025

Jim Gates started the notable toy train club in 1970

older man sitting with boxcar in his lap

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