Where was Strickland's going Why was he taking the midnight train in the story of the finger of god?

In "The Finger of God," Strickland is traveling to a remote location to investigate a mysterious phenomenon related to the supernatural. He takes the midnight train to reach his destination quickly, driven by a sense of urgency and curiOSity about the events unfolding there. His journey symbolizes his quest for truth and understanding in a world filled with the inexplicable.