Good evening Leon , the usual Keith's and a nice thick new york style sirloin please with all the fixings
Tom- I'm confused ( I know that's not a stretch ) I had sent you an email a couple days ago on signing me up for darts ( again not on Pete's team I still have scares from the last time the first grudge match ) Anyway it's in my sent email box but obviously you didn't recieve it<huh>Anyway in case tonights second try does not reach you sign me up man !
More interesting shots from the MOT always like the old end cab switchers
I here you about the bured shots in the digital our little Nikon digital is like that,the new one has the best possible anti- shake anti -blur so far knocking on wood I haven't sent a shot on the new one to the trash can because of blurring,common on the little Nikon.
Definatly a five "dayer" the Algoma trip , should be worth it.Best viewing time for the canyon is around our Thanksgiving in October as the colours in the canyon are great.However any time of year can be good other than winter as the canyon train does not stop in the canyon during the winter.
Fergie-Nice to see you in again.I have one thing to say though , spell the proper Canadian way use the "u's" don't conform
Anyway I look forward to shots of the brewery sounds like a winner Let us know here's hoping we can meet up,if not there's always other years
Eric-Interesting shot of that consist when you were up here.I wonder if those two cars are now part,of the CPR's Royal Canadian Pacific train consist now They bought up several private cars and refurbished them for those trains.
Dan-Great to see you in again.It seems like you have almost as much holiday time as our good friend Pete I hope the mini meet over there goes off without a hitch.One thing though If you guys meet up with Nick,promise us no cottage roof diving
Pete-If you are taking the black bag to England with you best leave the digital behind,I imagine that the techknowlogy eating black bag grudgingly accepts the 35mm camera.I've always prefered 200 ASA for most things,400's only good for moving subjects I find,mind you the 400's are always much more "grainy" looking I find.
Lars-Nice supprise visit with all the trimmings It was nice that our New Englander dropped off that classy post.Hopefully we do here from him from time to time.
Great books from the "mobile" as always.
As to giving Tom warnings, not always possible in my line of work.I try to make it happen but my job is what it is.
Shane-Ah yes polititions and gas prices.I've noted that our prices have dropped substantially since our Federal campaign has started.Still obscenly high at $1.11 a litre but what can you do.We keep on keeping on I guess.
Rob
Hey Leon another round of Keiths if you don't mind
Allan-Nice to see you in.I think that you will find that Ikea isn't too and at keeping stuff in stock.We've only encountered one major time of alot of stuff missing ( at least the stuff we wanted ) The worst retailer I've come accross at never having stuff in stock was an old Canadian chain called Consumer's distributing ( Fergie I'm sure will remeber them ) they never had stuff in stock
All right a few old pictures to enjoy ( hopefully ) Some museum shots.
Our Chicago L car number 48
Our two main interurban cars L&PS #8 and M&SC 107
LE&N line truck M6
Flat motor W4 built by the Toronto Railway Company in 1904 ! Yes folks it still runs !
Rail grinder W28 a Tornto Civic Railway car built in 1917
locomotive 335 1917 built awaiting restoration
enjoy
<The Chaleur at Gaspé, Québec, Canada - personal foto>
G'day Gents!
Saturday ‘n things are a bit quiet without the rush-to-work crowd. So, kick back ‘n enjoy our breakfast bill o' fare by checking out the Menu Board - our pastry case ‘n our fresh coffee <FREE to those who order breakfast!>
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Comments from the Proprietor
DARTs Teams: "Suddenly" all kinds of interest in the 3rd Annual Dart's Challenge ‘n Grudge Match! <uh oh>
I'll be putting something together shortly with the pairings ‘n shirt selections, etc.
Watch for it!
It's "You Post, I Post" at the Bar by the Ballast!
Customer Acknowledgments (since my last narrative):
Friday - September 26th <all times Central daylite>:
Page 25 - CM3 Shane <coalminer3> at 8:27 AM <9:27 AM EDT>: "Collusion Corner" has petrol at $3.56 <rounded> . . . weather report though is same-ole, same-ole as we've been blessed with wonderful temps - in the lo-60s at daybreak . . . lo to mid-80s for the highs ‘n all's dry ‘n calm. Can't beat that with a stick. <grin>
Good spate of gab for the boyz, which I'm sure all appreciate.
A bit o' light shone on "how" snow manages to get into the interior of a passenger car. The vestibule . . . yeah, I can understand that. BUT into a bedroom compartment Gotta wait for our Sandman to elaborate on that one . . .
Thanx for the ROUND ‘n quarters ‘n we hope to see ya bright ‘n early on Monday!
Page 25 - Dan <DL-UK> at 9:20 AM ‘n 9:25 AM <3:20 PM ‘n 3:25 PM GMT>: Surprise visits from our Resident Brit in Sherwood Forest! Good to see ya ‘n as previously noted, received your Email ‘n responded to both. Enjoy your get-away . . . People who work for their money deserve a break. People like me <retirees> are on continuous break. <grin> <groan>
I suppose if one can't arrange to join us for a Rendezvous over here - why not bring one over there Pete's trip has all kinds of side-benefits. Luv to join y'all . . . <envy>
A request from the Proprietor: When it comes to toasts to the Legion of the Lost please forget those who have rudely forgotten us . . . Pete will know who they are. Some good guys though have passed through our portals ‘n it's always nice to remember them.
Thanx for the head's up on time away ‘n of course the ROUNDs!
Page 26 - Dan <DL-UK> at 12:27 PM <6:27 PM GMT> Just a quickie . . .
Page 26 - Lars <LoveDomes> at 12:31 PM ‘n 12:44 PM <1:31 PM ‘n 1:44 PM EDT>: What's to say other than - the return of our Senior Manager <Emeritus> with as fine a rundown of events at the bar as I've seen lately. You sure know how to make the motivation factor climb the scale! No one has "watched my back" the way you have since this place became OURS!
You are 1st Alternate for our 3rd Annual Dart's Challenge ‘n Grudge Match! Now all we need is to form a couple of TEAMS! <groan> I sent a "zinger" Email to a few regulars . . . let's see what develops. <uh oh>
Great spate of covAHs from the man who knows HOW! You must have a deep well of resources to draw from . . . . liked ‘em all ‘n appreciated your special spate for Jim in Connecticut over on "my other Thread ‘n here!" Nice touch, Mate! Have a refill on Moi . . .
Whilst methinks many will find your motives questionable regarding the Penthouse Suite ‘n Ruth - I do believe you'll get that <ahem> Administrative Work squared away that Manager Rob left behind . . . <grin>
Many thanx for taking the time ‘n making the effort to put a CHARGE into this day along with a couple of ROUNDS too!
Page 26 - Pete <pwolfe> at 1:24 PM ‘n 3:18 PM: "In" with a two-fer, all kinds of responses ‘n chat followed up by some fine fotos. Well done, Mate!
The adage I follow in things requiring criticism or praise is: If you don't tell ‘em, how will they know Makes sense to me.
Not much more to add other than your efforts at keeping the mid-late afternoons active will surly be missed! <groan>
E-mail received - you are ON the Dart's team!
Many thanx for the visits ‘n ROUND!
Page 26 - Fergie <Fergmiester> at 3:19 PM <5:19 PM ADT>: Great having our Resident Canadian Maritime Mariner back with us.
Need to mention - straight way - that I appreciate your signing up for our 3rd Annual Dart's Challenge ‘n Grudge Match <without being badgered!> Anyone but Wolfman, eh Wise move - I have it on reliable info that he's "darted" a teammate or three more than once! <yikes> And the cry is, "Who darted?" <grin>
Sounds as if you've got a collection of RR books too ‘n why not Some things are great companions when at sea - inflatables ‘n books! <grin>
Okay, you now peaked my interest - what were YOU doing aboard the Barque Eagle ‘n how did that all come about Thinking some kind of exchange between Coast Guard's - but I'll await your explanation. Curious mind would luv to know! A link:
http://usmilitary.about.com/od/coastguard/a/eagle.htm
Just as an aside, there wasn't one ship I was assigned to where the mainmast <'n others> weren't "topped" by me. Used to luv to do that . . . these days <daze> I'd never make it. <groan>
Much appreciation for the visit, chat, banter, insights ‘n business! <KaChing> <KaChing>
Page 26 - Eric <EricX2000> at 6:49 PM <4:49 PM Sandbox time>: A near-perfect daylite experience on this Friday as our Sandman just made it "in" before sun set.
Polite - schmolite - it wasn't just one game that the Snakes lost it was 3 of 4! <uh oh> As I said, payback is FUN! <grin>
Credit goes to the "translator link" regarding my attempt at communicating in your native tongue.
Kinda thought it had to be an open window - thanx for the elaboration! Luv the fresh air, but waking up with a cover of snow is another thing, eh <grin>
If I had just half of your prowess with digital fotography, I'd be ahead of the curve. I'm getting better at it ‘n of course, a camera like yours would help immensely as well. My Sony cost me $300 about 5 years ago - the most I've ever spent on a camera. Carol's was just a bit higher 2 years ago - another Sony. Probably picked the wrong manufacturer - but stuck with it so that we could share the Memory Sticks, etc. Also have lots of periphery stuff <Sony stand-alone digital foto printer; rechargers, spare batteries, etc.> All would be pretty much useless if we switched to another make. Oh well . . . not really complaining, just trying to get better at it. <groan>
That freight train would look sooooooo much better-er with a CABOOSE! <censored> Fred!
Uppföra dig som en ungkarl!
Many thanx for the ROUND, good cheer, chat ‘n foto!
Page 26 - Allan <Gunneral> at 10:40 PM <5:40 PM Saturday NZ time>: I've never been to an IKEA store - ever. Hmmmmm, must be missing something in my life . . . wonder if the ABBA gals work there Hmmmmm. <pant> <pant>
Just wondering aloud - what IS IT with certain sports "fans" in their rowdy ‘n disruptive behavior It surely isn't "cute" or "funny" or anywhere near what sports spectators should encourage. <barf>
How I WISH it really was like "old times" ‘round this place - having Lars aboard even for a one-timer rejuvenates the spirit!
Hope you didn't "blow it" by giving away your location on the Earth . . . never know about the JO-AH crowd on this planet, they'll find a way. <barf> I like island living - born ‘n raised on one ‘n it surely had more advantages than not.
I remember the Rainbow Warrior incident - most shameful indeed. <groan>
And there definitely should be a Brit-branch of "Our" Place - but it should be either in west Wales with Nick or at the Tui Brewery in Kiwi-land! <grin>
Email received - YOU are ON the Dart's Team!
Many thanx for the support, good cheer, chat ‘n ROUND!
Page 26 - Rob <trolleyboy> at 10:55 PM ‘n 11:13 PM <11:55 PM ‘n 12:13 AM Saturday EDT>: "In" with a two-fer ‘n some fine fotos to keep Leon ‘n Boris entertained!
Until my bride retires from teaching, I can't see the two of us getting away in the fall . . . she does get the U.S. Thanksgiving week off, but by then, the colors ‘round these parts have long disappeared . . . suspect it would be even earlier north of the 49th. So, a trip aboard the Algoma Central would definitely have to be well planned. A shame there are no winter runs, for she's off for almost a month from mid-December to about the 2nd week of January. Worst time to be off, in my humble OH-PIN-YUN, but we takes what we gets. Something to think about . . .
All kinds of things to eavesdrop on . . . wondering WHO really gives a Rat's Patoot regarding whether a word has or doesn't have a "u" in it Raout's Patoout . . . just doesn't look right to me! <grin>
It isn't so much the advance notice of pending absence it's the absence of some sort of communiqué once such a situation has gotten into 3, 4 or more days . . . I think that's the point.
Black Bag to England Of course - it IS a British Bag! <yikes> Probably manufactured in Asia . . . but with a distinctive Rugby accent! <grin>
I'm going to have to engage in a training session with Carol's SONY . . . ya know, make some deliberate moves, etc. Just to witness the difference in anti-blur, etc. Her camera is pretty much a more updated version than mine, but with additional bells ‘n whistles that neither of us will EVER use. Isn't that the way with technology these days <daze> We pay for features either not wanted or understood! <barf>
Email received - YOU are ON the Dart's Team! I checked my incoming Email ‘n couldn't find a trace of your message . . . if I did get it, but deleted it <'n I surely can't imagine doing such a thing!> it would amaze me beyond belief. Important thing is that you picked up on my "request"! <grin>
Museum fotos always appreciated - enjoy enlarging ‘em to take in the assorted background stuff too!
Thanx for the double-trouble, chat, fotos ‘n ROUND!
Reminder: Cindy has the bar from 9 AM until Leon the Night Man comes in at 5 PM ‘til closing.
Dinner begins at 5 PM so come early ‘n often!
Boris, serve ‘em all of the "spiked" OJ they can handle!
Tom
Hi Tom and all.
A mug of coffee and a bacon sarnie please CINDY
TOM Yes it was a good day at the bar yesterday.
Many thanks for the next installment from our most enjoyable day at the MOT in Kirkwood. I dare say #8 built by Whitcomb had a hard 32 years working for the American Steel Foundries. Rock Island # 18058 must be a lucky caboose, surviving 5 wrecks and still being persevered. It seems I can take a reasonable photo with your digital camera; maybe it would like a trip to England (only joking).
Thanks for the kind words and glad you enjoyed the photos. It seems as though I am running out of partners for the darts contest, I will probably finish up with BORIS or LEON.
The black bag is not giving up its country of manufacture. I had a look.
ERIC I'm afraid the EOT or FRED will never have the character of a caboose or a brake van.
That is quite powerful for one traction motor I would have thought when the Ubs were first built. What was the new livery like on the Ues.
I guess with the consist containing the X 2000 mostly traveling at night photos of the special on the move must be very rare, although perhaps one or two might have appeared in the railway press at the time.
Glad you enjoyed the photos, it is good some of those more unusual smaller diesel shunters have survived, I dare say the smaller preservation centers find them very useful for moving stock etc.
ALLAN I was reading an article lately about the Southern Railway ‘King Arthur' class and it said during WWII a few of the locos worked in the northeast England and southern Scotland on the LNER lines, there was not a photo of them working there but I guess in wartime photography was severely restricted.
They're a lot of rumours about the Toon going about now but I heard on TV yesterday that there is a consortium about to buy the Toon and are to reinstate Kevin Keegan as manager.
Glad you enjoyed the photos of the industrial diesels and I too enjoyed those links, there really is some great stuff out in the Internet.
Yes packing is to start in earnest this weekend.
ROB Yes the bride's digital will not be in the black bag going to Britain.After its trip to Canada, it took the bride ages to reset the camera after the trip and most of my photos from the digital were very blurred, luckily Tom's photos were good and I had a decent record of our trip. The black bag has seen off two 35mm cameras as well.
I agree about the 400ASA film even with the rainy conditions in Britain, I just wonder why it seems that it seems on sale while the 200ASA isn't.
Many thanks for the photos from the museum. Like the works cars and especially the LE&N line truck..
Some of my photos today. We talked about locos seeing places in preservation days that they rearly visited in BR days. This is LNER A4 No.60009 'Union of South Africa' on ex Midland Railway rails at Nottingham (Midland). I wonder if any A4s appeared at this station on BR days.That is a class 156 DMU in the platform.
A photo showing the corridor tender which allowed the crews to be changed on the non-stop runs on the 393 miles between London and Edinburgh on trains like the 'Elizabethan'. An HST stands in the platform on the right
A 'steamy' shot of ex Great Western No. 5029 'Nunney Castle' at, I think, Westbury.
5029 hauled our special train to Newton Abbot which included a run along the sea wall at Dawlish. At Newton Abbot No. 7802 Bradley Manor was attached to assist Nunney over the South Devon banks. Here the train has arrived at Plymouth.
In 1958 7802 was allocated to 89C Aberystwyth shed in Mid Wales and 5029 was a 85A Worcester engine.
Well CINDY to practise the English times where it is past 5PM I had better have a Bathams please.
Pete.
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2008 - 3rd Annual Darts Challenge ‘n Grudge Match!
Shirts: This year, we'll have 7 shirts for the teams ‘n alternate. First responses get the first choices!
SEND ME AN E-MAIL with your selection(s) 1st choice - 2nd choice - 3rd choice!
Shirt #1 -
Shirt #2 -
Shirt #3 -
Shirt #4 -
Shirt #5 -
Shirt #6 -
Shirt #7 -
The "Our" Place teams will be provided with DESIGNER leather apparel (pants ‘n foot wear) to compliment the SHIRTS! Boris will help you with the sizing . . . . <uh oh>
Thanx . . .
Getting some stuff ready for my trip and remembered Rob was buying the beer all week, so I called in the bar and a pint of Bathams please CINDY.
TOM Great selection of Our Place team shirts for the Darts Challange. E-Mail on its way.
I found this photo and thought it might make a good CAPTION COMPETITION .
What is the Bluebell Railway's locomotive STEPNEY saying.
Thanx to Pete, we've had some activity thus far today - Saturday's are like that, we just never know . . . but thanx Wolfman! I'm thinking that daytimes are gonna be really slooooooooooow when you're on the other side of the pond. <groan>
Received 'n responded to your Email - Shirt #7 is YOURS!
Let's see, that funky looking loco is probably saying, "Gee, I feel sooooooo much better now that I've let THAT out . . . . sssssssssssssssteam!"
Yes, it's Saturday ‘n time for what has become my weekly event - Random Fotos from my Rail trips ‘n Rendezvous attended!
(1) Chicago El at Halton County Radial Railway <Rendezvous I>
<Not sure why what appeas to be a small U.S. flag was left like that!>
(2) CNR #6153 Northern 4-8-4 at ExpoRail railway museum <2007 Canada Rail Adventure w/Pete>
(3) Southbound ARR Denali Star at Fairbanks <2006 Alaska Rail Adventure>
(4) Refueling the westbound VIA Rail Ocean at Moncton, NB < Nova Scotia trip 2002>
(5) UP Big Boy # X4006 at StL Mot, Kirkwood, MO <Rendezvous II>
(6) Interior of Amtrak's southbound Texas Eagle Superliner Sightseer Lounge <2007 Chicago trip w/Pete>
Enjoy the weekend!
Good evening captain Tom and Gentlemen!!
Hello Leon, no, just a cold Tuborg Gold, please.
It's almost still daylight, at least here in the desert! Not that hot today, probably the low 100's. Too much to do. But now it's time to relax for a minute.
Allan – You better write it down, IKEA opens 2010! Order Swedish meatballs! You are right about me and snow, we don’t like each other at all. Glad you liked the photos!Rob – I am afraind I don’t remember any info on those two business cars in the consist. I remember we were served good food and could watch TV and make phone calls (for free). I don’t know if I would recognize them today. Thanks for those photos! The flat motor W4 is kind of a pick up truck, but for rails! The Chicago L car looks almost exactly the same as the one at the Museum of Transportation outside St. Louis! See Tom's photo. Tom – Do you have to remind me about the snakes? Let’s see if things are going better next year. Fresh air is okay if it isn’t too cold. I remember it wasn’t that cold, but I certainly didn’t like the snow. Sony makes very good digital cameras! When I used film I had Pentax SLRs. One of them was stolen many years ago when somebody broke into the house. I still have the latest one, but there is no film in it. I am sure you could still use your photo printer if you get another camera that’s not a Sony, but, as I said, Sony makes very good cameras. Your Swedish today is correct or a little bit off, depending on what exactly you mean. The difference is the a in the first word, Uppför(a). But that may be something for November or the next rendezvous! Hmm, you prefer a caboose? I like your photos! The first one confirmed what I said to Rob, it looks the same as the one they have at his museum! I can see Pete in the lower right corner of the last photo!Mail with my selection of shirts will be sent tonight!A picture just for you!
The station in the little town where I used to live in the old country. Complete with snow!Pete – When the Ub first came they had a less powerful traction motor. The final livery can be seen on this link:http://www.jarnvag.net/test/images/bild/veckansbild/malmoUe.jpgI think you are right, there are not that many pictures of that consist in Canada. The only time we traveled wuth it during daytime was from Quebec to Montreal when the tour was over. Interesting photos! The corridor tender must be something very British. I can’t recall I have ever seen it on any locomotives from other countries. Thomas the Tank!
Finally, a couple of random photos.From the cab of the local freight on my way to Stockholm.A class V60, Hamburg, Germany.
Somewhere in the state of New York 1993 on the way from Albany to Elmira Heights. The RTL’s broke down and they are trying to fix them.
A round for the house!
Eric
Hi Tom and all,
Leon, the usual round of Tui`s for all the guys` please.
Eric. Have got the date of the IKEA store opening recorded, looking forward to a helping of those meatballs with the ligonberry sauce. Some nice shots including a snow scene with your old town station, the freight cab shot, the German Class V60 switcher and those links to your X2000.
Rob. We have a chain store group here called "The Warehouse", nicknamed "The BIG Red Shed", which is similar in concept to IKEA. Nice to see your fine random selection of pix back on site again.
Pete. Hope that Kevin Keegan does get back to the Toon it will help to keep the fans a lot happier than they are at the moment. Great shots of the A4 Union of South Africa and the GWR Castle Class No 7802. Can`t remember if I saw any SR locos` in Newcastle at all. I think Stepney might be saying "Hope they do`nt stop us smoking here at all?"
Tom. E-mail sent regarding the Darts Challenge, bring it on! A very nice selection of Random Shots of your train trips over there. I suppose we are lucky at being off the beaten track down here, only hope it stays that way with all the mayhem that's going on these days. It would be great to join in with Pete and Dan for that 1st UK branch meeting.
See ya, Allan
Well good evening all-and all it is,with visits from pretty much the entire company....-couldn`t let the evening pass without a brief missive......(fairly) recently back from wedding gig-Oh boy ,was that hard work-had expected a couple of hundred folk all kicking back and having fun-got 30 elderly relatives in a huge barn of a place and the mother-in-law wanted to be difficult-----"ooh-its too loud,I`ve got a perforated eardrum you know (first anybody else has heard of it.....)-no its all right-don`t turn it down-I`ll go and stand outside-on my own-in the cold.................."---very strange atmosphere-even after Simon unplugged his guitar,Steve switched to brushes instead of sticks and Missisnick switched off the mic it was still " Too loud"-what can you do....?
Decided I needed a little therapy when I got home,so took the camera up to the train shed and made a `fantrip` pix record of the innaugural run of the `up` Pines express-and everything works...-also took the precaution of drinking several beers very quickly ( the icing on the cake-I was the designated driver tonight.....
So-Leon-here is an English £20 note-think of it as $40 ,more or less,-please pour drinks accordingly and when it runs out,use the change for the Wurlitzer and give me the secret signal and we can have another one.....-
Now-a few quick notes before I lose the plot-thank you all for good wishes R.E-roof incident-as ever, had a sort of Homer Simpson quality to it...."oh.ow.oooh,doh,wah,eeeeh,THUMP,oooooooh,that stings.......
TOM-As the companies` resident hooligan I claim the most vulgar of the dart team shirts-I think it was #3..........-well hey-gotta live the dream and all that -should be there-further details on the back channel
DAN & PETE-Have yet to check on e/m-will get back to you both when sober....
Well-I think thats me for the night-apologies for not being more interactive,but there is a shed load out there to look at and respond to and I want to do it all justice----take care one and all,will be back with you soon-looking forward to catching up on the week-sleep well
Morning folks , just in to see if Lars left any DNA paperwork behind in the penthouse before I have it cleaned and resealed for his next visit. Looks clean as a whistle and no DNA paperwork. I think Leon just one small pint of Keith's tonight thanks
Tom-Yes the Algoma will have to be planned correctly,unfortunatly November December and January are black out periods for me,can't take any vacation time during those three months. so spring or summer would be best, that or around our Thanksgiving.
Don't know what to tell you about that first lost email.The system's done that to me before though,I saved it as a draft first then sent it.It only seems to happen when I use the draft function.Wierd
My experiance with any digital camera is that most have more bells and whistles then any of us will ever use.I sometimes wonder if the designer even knows what most of them do.
Some nice random photo's as well.You will find that our shop guys will put little flags on most of our service cars,and they will be of the nationality of the car ( most carry small maple leaf flags ) Beyond the decorative they serve as a sight guide when one has to re-wire the pole if it slips off. inveritably you are starring into the sun when you have to put the pole on the wire the flags give a visual point of referance.
Pete-Great pictures from both today and yesterday.Always love seeing sssteam So your black bag seems to be an international man of mystery,with it not divulging it's true origines,at least it's an equal opertunity tech killer if it's done away with a couple 35 mm camera's as well I'm at a loss for a caption for that photo I'll have to ponder some on it and get back to you.
Eric-Yes our car 48 is the same class as the MOT's. They have one if not two more preserved and operational at the Big Illinois museum as well.Neat photo's from you today as well,a something for everyone set
Yes W4 is a work horse , it's carried ties poles rail chunks you name it.When the two track loops were being built in the eighties it carried the supplies while crane car C1 did the lifting and placing.Both cars were irreplaceable during the major construction phases at the museum.
Nick-Ahh the blue haired set,never ever can they be completly pleased.You could have been doing Artie Shaw and Glen Millar covers and not got them right.Everyone's a music critic so long as their cheque doesn't bounce it's all good I'm guessing.I look forward to the newest batch of layout shots
Allan-I see you made it in to round out the day's activities.I think that you will enjoy the Ikea store once it's open.The cinnimin buns are also to die for
lets see Leon another top up if you don't mind.I'll leave a couple more shots on the tables for everyone to enjoy before I sign off for the evening.
TTC snowplow TP11 at one of our night shows.
TTC snowplow TP11 parked in yard two
Shot of yard two and it's occupants.
<On order for my modest hardcover RR book library!>
"Our" Place is CLOSED on SUNDAYs
<but go ahead ‘n slip your messages thru the mail slots on the doors!>
Sunday ‘n we're CLOSED! Final Sunday of the month is the Proprietor's day to catch up on that pile of stuff in my in-basket . . . <groan> There's no end to the administrative work ‘round here. Yeah, Lars has a much better-er way to handle it! <ahem>
DARTs Team Shirt Selections:
<based on order of responses thus far>
#7 - Pete
#5 - Fergie
#2 - Allan
#1 - Rob
#4 - Lars
#3 - Nick
Saturday - September 27th <all times Central daylite>:
Page 26 - Pete <pwolfe> at 11:26 AM ‘n 3:06 PM: Your two-fer was well spread apart, thereby enabling me to provide a couple of submissions. It only "works" when that kinda thing happens. Otherwise there's drought . . . thanx!
I gave my caption for that odd-looking beast of a MoSheen . . . repeated again "Gee, I feel sooooooo much better now that I've let THAT out . . . . sssssssssssssssteam!"
"Gee, I feel sooooooo much better now that I've let THAT out . . . . sssssssssssssssteam!"
I'm the last guy to provide direction regarding the use of digital cameras - but here's what I've learned: (1) check your settings <landscape or portrait, flash no flash, etc.> (2) don't be impatient (3) be steady (4) click when the green light stops blinking (5) delete the image if you're not satisfied (6) try again!
You certainly are welcome to the use of my Sony for your trip- would mean another visit here though ‘n of course Mike Duffy's Pub! <grin>
Good to KNOW that your BLACK BAG is authentically British! Hip, hip - hooray! Long live the BLACK BAG - and its owner! Hip, hip - hooray! <clink>
Enjoyed your foto spate of those majestic monsters ‘n fine looking tenders. Those steamers ARE very impressive!
Not to worry - you'll wind up on a Dart's team with like-minded folks! <uh oh> Hmmmmm. Shirt # listed above.
Much appreciation for your inclusive comments, fotos ‘n good cheer!
Page 26 - Eric <EricX2000> at 7:51 PM <5:51 PM Sandbox time>: Really don't care whether the Snakes were "in" or "out" - just enjoyed eliminating them after what they've done to us in past seasons. <grin> Cardinals are finishing up well - and if not for that two week tail spin at the beginning of this month where they dropped 7 straight - they might've made it to the playoffs. They were competitive this year ‘n have a shot at finishing at 10 games OVER .500. Not bad for the NL Central . . . if that <censored> bull pen had not been so frustrating in the late innings . . . <arrrrrggggghhhhh>
Never received your shirt selection by Email - but the only one left is #6. Shane who purportedly "isn't" the Ace Reporter, gets to select any shirt he desires - doesn't matter if it's a duplicate. I mean, the Ace Reporter is stealthy, so who's gonna know Hmmmmmm.
Luv that shot in the snow - just not DEEP enough! <grin> Really a nice scene - a place I could readily adapt to. How about tomorrow Meet ya over there - any brunettes in that town Hmmmmmm.
Other three shots are fine to peruse - thanx!
Being totally realistic - at 70 <'n counting> I see no need to acquire more cameras. I mean, the two we have will have to last through my remaining years. Same for cars - I really don't plan on buying another. The Volvo was purchased with that thought upfront to the salesman. Told him straight out - this is the LAST car I'll ever buy for me - so DON'T bug me 3 or 4 years later to trade it in. The solicitations are STILL coming in the mail, 7 years later!
Many thanx for the ROUND ‘n early evening visit! <grin>
Page 26 - Allan <Gunneral> at 9:37 PM <3:37 PM Sunday NZ DST>: Email received ‘n responded to - see above shirt selection list!
The thoughts still reverberate in my aging cranium regarding doing the absolutely craziest of things ‘n lining up a quickie roundtrip to the UK just to joint the boyz at the national railway museum ‘n of course a couple of pubs. But not to be - I'd be a zombie with such a short duration long distance journey - not to mention very light in the wallet, etc., etc. Just fun to think about it. Yeah, it would be nice to have a UK Rendezvous . . . or a NZ Rendezvous . . . or another in Canada or one in Sweden or . . . . <grin>
We've had more sign-up for the Dart's Challenge ‘n Grudge Match than in past years . . . so looks like we'll be going with teams of 3 each <one guy will be alternate on different nites> . . . The TUI has arrived so at least we'll have some "good stuff" at "Our" Place - Gawd knows what kinda dregs we'll get over at The Second Class Saloon. <ugh>
Appreciate the ROUND, chat ‘n visit!
Page 26 - Nick <nickinwestwales> at 10:18 PM <12:18 AM Sunday GMT>: Surprised, but pleased our LOUD music-maker made it "in" for a nite-cap ‘n some good cheer at the wee hours!
Sorry that your gig didn't reach the expectations . . . but I'll bet the payday did! <grin>
Don't be too harsh with mum-in-law - we all have different tolerances for this ‘n that. Perhaps the music was indeed too loud for her - I ran across a similar "thing" when visiting Pete's favorite drinking place in his transplanted home town of JCity. Couldn't hear myself think while sitting directly across from others. And there wasn't any live entertainment!! Was ridiculous - I don't enjoy that kinda thing. Shouting across the table to keep a conversation going isn't my idea of fun. I know, to each his own. Which is the POINT, eh
Made an exception for YOU - so shirt #3 is YOURS, irrespective of Email response. Figured you'd want to join us . . . <grin>
"Resident Hooligan" suits ya, Mate! Didjano that my old outfit - USCG - is known as the Hooligan Navy in many a waterfront dive throughout the land Yeah - fits us quite well too! <grin> Of course with the direction the organization has taken SINCE I LEFT 20 years ago, doubt there are very many remaining who could or would relate to that term of endearment! From what I've seen ‘n heard, it's become more of a "touchy feely" thing rather than the sailor's outfit it once was. <barf> Kick butt ‘n take names when needed, praise when earned, work hard ‘n drink hard. Yeah, those were the days <daze> . . . Mind you the outfit does a fine job with such a small force, but my ways wouldn't "work" today . . . CHANGE is all about, eh
As always, appreciate the time ‘n effort you put into helping to keep "Our" Place OURS!
Sunday - September 28th:
Page 27 - Rob <trolleyboy> at 12:57 AM ‘n 1:10 AM <1:57 AM ‘n 2:10 AM EDT>: Another Page gone-zo ‘n we're marching along to the next LOCKDOWN!
So, with that off my chest - good to see our Manager checking things out in the wee hours. The man has hours resembling those of Nick ‘n Eric. <geesh>
Email received 'n responded to - shirt # listed above!
Even if you were available for a rail trip during the shorter daylite days of winter, I'd rather not be making flights anywhere during that time of year . . . Algoma Central trip might be best for me in the spring - IF there's a visit to Nova Scotia planned by my other half. I'll keep you apprised by Email . . .
Explanation of the little flags on the service cars makes sense. That particular one must've just gotten tangled . . . never noticed it before, even though that shot of mine has been Posted several times . . .
Not to be concerned about the Email - but I'll give you this advice: sometimes when I want to ensure that my message does in fact get sent, I have it sent back to me by adding my address as cc: or bcc:
Those three shots from the museum are <keepers> especially the nitetime one!
Into checking DNA, eh My, my - we've gotten rather hi-tech at the business of keeping tabs on our Senior Manager <Emeritus>. Must be Eric the Sandman behind that venture! Hmmmmm.
Many thanx for the visits ‘n fotos!
<Dining area in the Skyline Dome car of the Chaleur at Montréal, Québec, Canada - personal foto>
Starting TODAY at the Mentor Village Emporium Theatre!
. . . September 28th thru October 4th: Patch Adams <1998> Starring: Robin Williams, Daniel London, Monica Potter, Philip Seymour Hoffman & Bob Gunton - and - ENCORE Presentation of. The Sting <1973> Starrring: Paul Newman, Robert Redford, Robert Shaw, Charles Durning & Ray Walston. SHORT: The Three Stooges - Vagabond Loafers <1949>.
<Note: The Sting first shown Sunday, Apr 23rd thru 29th, 2006>
Patch Adams <1998>
PLOT SUMMARY: Staving off suicidal thoughts, Hunter Adams commits himself into a psychiatric ward, where he not only garners the nickname "Patch," but learns the joy in helping others. To this end, he decides to go to medical school, where he clashes with the staid conventions of the establishment as he attempts to inject humor and humanity into his treatment of the patients ("We need to start treating the patient as well as the disease," he declares throughout the film). Robin Williams, in the title role, is as charming as ever, although someone should tell him to broaden his range--the ever-cheerful do-gooder à la Good Will Hunting and Dead Poets Society is getting a little old. His sidekick Truman (Daniel London) steals the show with his gawky allure and eyebrows that threaten to overtake his lean face--he seems more real, which is odd considering that Patch Adams does exist and this film is based on his life. Monica Potter is the coolly reluctant love interest, and she makes the most of her one-dimensional part. While moments of true heartfelt emotion do come through, the major flaw of this film is that the good guys are just so gosh-darn good and the bad ones are just big meanies with no character development. Patch Adams, though, does provide the tears, the giggles, and the kooky folks who will keep you smiling at the end. --Jenny Brown
Staving off suicidal thoughts, Hunter Adams commits himself into a psychiatric ward, where he not only garners the nickname "Patch," but learns the joy in helping others. To this end, he decides to go to medical school, where he clashes with the staid conventions of the establishment as he attempts to inject humor and humanity into his treatment of the patients ("We need to start treating the patient as well as the disease," he declares throughout the film). Robin Williams, in the title role, is as charming as ever, although someone should tell him to broaden his range--the ever-cheerful do-gooder à la Good Will Hunting and Dead Poets Society is getting a little old. His sidekick Truman (Daniel London) steals the show with his gawky allure and eyebrows that threaten to overtake his lean face--he seems more real, which is odd considering that Patch Adams does exist and this film is based on his life. Monica Potter is the coolly reluctant love interest, and she makes the most of her one-dimensional part. While moments of true heartfelt emotion do come through, the major flaw of this film is that the good guys are just so gosh-darn good and the bad ones are just big meanies with no character development. Patch Adams, though, does provide the tears, the giggles, and the kooky folks who will keep you smiling at the end. --Jenny Brown
<from: amazon.com>
The Sting <1973>
PLOT SUMMARY: Winner of seven Academy Awards including Best Picture, Director, and Screenplay, this critical and box-office hit from 1973 provided a perfect reunion for director George Roy Hill and stars Paul Newman and Robert Redford, who previously delighted audiences with Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. Set in 1936, the movie's about a pair of Chicago con artists (Newman and Redford) who find themselves in a high-stakes game against the master of all cheating mobsters (Robert Shaw) when they set out to avenge the murder of a mutual friend and partner. Using a bogus bookie joint as a front for their con of all cons, the two feel the heat from the Chicago Mob on one side and encroaching police on the other. But in a plot that contains more twists than a treacherous mountain road, the ultimate scam is pulled off with consummate style and panache. It's an added bonus that Newman and Redford were box-office kings at the top of their game, and while Shaw broods intensely as the Runyonesque villain, The Sting is further blessed by a host of great supporting players including Dana Elcar, Eileen Brennan, Ray Walston, Charles Durning, and Harold Gould. Thanks to the flavorful music score by Marvin Hamlisch, this was also the movie that sparked a nationwide revival of Scott Joplin's ragtime jazz, which is featured prominently on the soundtrack. One of the most entertaining movies of the early 1970s, The Sting is a welcome throwback to Hollywood's golden age of the '30s that hasn't lost any of its popular charm. --Jeff Shannon
Winner of seven Academy Awards including Best Picture, Director, and Screenplay, this critical and box-office hit from 1973 provided a perfect reunion for director George Roy Hill and stars Paul Newman and Robert Redford, who previously delighted audiences with Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. Set in 1936, the movie's about a pair of Chicago con artists (Newman and Redford) who find themselves in a high-stakes game against the master of all cheating mobsters (Robert Shaw) when they set out to avenge the murder of a mutual friend and partner. Using a bogus bookie joint as a front for their con of all cons, the two feel the heat from the Chicago Mob on one side and encroaching police on the other. But in a plot that contains more twists than a treacherous mountain road, the ultimate scam is pulled off with consummate style and panache. It's an added bonus that Newman and Redford were box-office kings at the top of their game, and while Shaw broods intensely as the Runyonesque villain, The Sting is further blessed by a host of great supporting players including Dana Elcar, Eileen Brennan, Ray Walston, Charles Durning, and Harold Gould. Thanks to the flavorful music score by Marvin Hamlisch, this was also the movie that sparked a nationwide revival of Scott Joplin's ragtime jazz, which is featured prominently on the soundtrack. One of the most entertaining movies of the early 1970s, The Sting is a welcome throwback to Hollywood's golden age of the '30s that hasn't lost any of its popular charm. --Jeff Shannon
<from:amazon.com>
SHORT: Vagabond Loafers <1949>
PLOT SUMMARY: The Stooges are "Day and Night Plumbers," hired by the Norfleets, a rich married couple, to fix the plumbing in their basement while a social party is going on their mansion. The boys wreck the house with the plumbing: Shemp destroys the bathroom by flooding it, then drilling a hole through the floor, and later, Moe and Shemp connect the water pipes with the electrical pipes. Mr. and Mrs. Allen, two of the Norfleet's party guests, steal the Norfleet's Van Brocklin painting behind everyone's back. When the Norfleets notice their painting is missing, the Allens try to make their getaway, but the Stooges interfere and capture them. At the end, the painting is returned to the grateful Norfleets.
The Stooges are "Day and Night Plumbers," hired by the Norfleets, a rich married couple, to fix the plumbing in their basement while a social party is going on their mansion. The boys wreck the house with the plumbing: Shemp destroys the bathroom by flooding it, then drilling a hole through the floor, and later, Moe and Shemp connect the water pipes with the electrical pipes. Mr. and Mrs. Allen, two of the Norfleet's party guests, steal the Norfleet's Van Brocklin painting behind everyone's back. When the Norfleets notice their painting is missing, the Allens try to make their getaway, but the Stooges interfere and capture them. At the end, the painting is returned to the grateful Norfleets.
<from: threestooges.net>
Good evening gang.Since the bars closed I'm using the managers entrance and skeleton key (trap door beneath the donut machine,one never has to worry about lubricating those hinges with the donut machine right above it )I'll help myself to the managers tap as well ( rank has some privilages,not to worry there is metre on the managers tap so my tab will be charged )
Tom-Got your email on the shirt Don't read too much into the DNA.I always doa sweep and clean the room out so people like Eric can't frame the Sr manager if there is nothing to find no misdeads can happen.Glad that you liked the shots .Those little flags do tend to get wound round the trolley poles ropes, the wind and movement always gets them right way around once the cars underway though.
Today's movies are keepers,I espeacially like Patch Adam's
We'll keep the Algoma planning to the either,I shall wait and see
So to keep things happy here's a couple more photo's from the museum.Tomorrow we are off to Goderich Ontario for the day I'll see if we can't care up some lake traffic and shortline trafic as Goderich is a Lake port ( Lake Huron ) which moves alot of tonnage of salt ( mines near the town old glacial deposits ) which are moved by frieght car and bulk freighter.
The other half of our track bulding duo crane car C1 built in 1912.
Another important piece of work equipment at the Museum Oshawa RY Line car 45 built in 1944 by the Niagara St Catharines and Toronto's shops for their sister road. The NS&T had two similar cars of their own also home built.
One of our newer " aquisitions TTC Ford line truck C9 we picked this up for scrap value from the TTC last year and have made it operational again ( hydrolics on the line plateform were worn out we replaced them )
Rob. Hi, see we are in at the same time again. Will put those cinnamon buns on my wants list for when IKEA opens here. A nice selection from your trolley museum photo collection. Have a good trip to Goderich, looks as if you`ll have a lot of photo opportunities there by the sounds of it.
Nick. It`s real funny about that "too loud" complaint you had, I suffer the same problem at home when i`m playing my favourite "Shadows" recordings, my wife always shouts "TURN IT DOWN"!
Pete. Will be away in Hastings and Napier all day tomorrow, Tuesday here, so I will wish you a safe "Bon Voyage" for your trip back to the old country, have a great time, and i`m looking forward to any reports you may manage to post here for us. Take care mate!
Tom. A couple of good flicks for the weekend with "Patch Adams" and "The Sting", a very nice tribute to Paul Newman, a great actor and benefactor, he will be missed. It`s great that there are more entries for the Darts Challenge this year, we`ll have to be one step ahead of those 2nd Class Saloon jokers that's for sure! E-mail re Darts shirt received with thanx.
Good evening again folks.Figured I would drop one more late one off as I'll be gone tomorrow likely for most of the day.Goderich is about two and a half hours from here.
Allan-Yes you won't be dissapointed by their cinnamon buns I'm hopeing teh weather will cooperate.We have had nice days the last week or so mid 70's during the day 50's at night Tomorrow may be wet,I hope not but I'll keep the fingers crossed.I'm glad you've liked the museum pics .
Couple more Random shots from last winters trip to the York Durham RY north of Toronto.(dinner train some frieght on old unused CN branchline )They have a classic all Alco roster and a nice piant scheme as well.
Ex CPR RS3
their other RS3 this ones an ex Roberville and Saguney unit.
Their main unit for their dinner trains.EX DW&P RS11 3612
Here's an odd bird.An ex CN RSC14 ( RS18 rebuilt with A1A trucks for branchline work in Atlantic Canada ) This unit was retired in 1987 and I shot it in Gennasee NY in 1992 where it was purchased by a local shortline as parts for their normal RS18's which they roster.
A smile to begin the week!
"Whoever said the pen is mightier than the sword obviously never encountered automatic weapons." - General Macarthur
The final Monday of the month ‘n the week when our friend Pete departs for a looooooong hiatus from the bar. Breakfasts for the <GoR> are on the house in honor of our Interim Governor General ‘n all he does to help maintain the way we do things at "Our" Place! CHEERS, Pete! <clink>
Sunday - September 28th <all times Central daylite>:
Page 27 - Rob <trolleyboy> at 8:49 PM <9:49 PM EDT>: Diligence on the part of our Manager means good care ‘n attention to the behind the scenes matters at our Saloon by the Siding! DNA as part of your "sweep," hmmmmmmm. Eric the Sandman will find a way to combat your defenses . . . watch your back, Mate! <uh oh>
Day trips can be winners . . . hope yours is!
Thanx for the visit ‘n fotos w/descriptions!
Page 27- Allan <Gunneral> at 9:21 PM <3:21 PM Monday NZ DST>: It was just a stroke of irony that "The Sting" was featured yesterday, as I prepare those movies weeks in advance - most times. Although, I most probably would've made an adjustment to include a Paul Newman flick. He was a fine actor ‘n human being - RIP.
You're off on a day away as well, eh I must be doing something WRONG! <grin> Only kidding - every day is a day away for me, so to speak. Juneau keeps me very busy.
I've found that some music does indeed sound better with the volume up - especially when you're trying to hear the background sounds or particular instruments <50s RnR or Big Band, for example>. However, when it comes to the screeching ‘n assorted other electronic noise, that's not my piece of cake. Having had a rocker in the house - the "turn it down" mantra was repeated many, many times! <groan>
Many thanx for the Sunday visit <Monday for you> ‘n enjoy your day trip!
Page 27 - Rob <trolleyboy> at 10:20 PM <11:20 PM EDT>: Nice spate o' fotos to cap off our Sunday - I particular like the RS3s!
Drive safely . . . we look forward to your Pix from the day's outing.
Reminder: Ruth has the bar from 9 AM until Leon the Night Man comes in at 5 PM ‘til closing.
Thursday is Fish ‘n Chips Nite!
Friday is Pizza ‘n Beer Nite! - and - Steak ‘n Fries Nite!
Saturday is Steak ‘n All The Trimmings Nite!
Cindy is our Saturday bartender!
Lars was by with wide-ranging comments and more books. The Metro-North Hudson Line looks like a good one. Appalachian Conquest and Atlantic and Danville are booth good. Glad to see that our Gints are doing well. I enjoyed the Titans throwback uniforms yesterday. The Jets played much better than the old team ever did. The game was not on here but I did get to see the highlights.
Pete - Safe travels. Walrus and Carpenter - Yikes! Then there was Havishm - no doubt somebody with a taste for Dickens. Union of South Africa and the corridor tender picture were worthy of study as well. I hop you keep the black bag under control during your trip.
Fergie was in as well. Hope you are still standing although Kyle seemed to be falling apart as he headed north; cold water will do that. The CV book is excellent, IMHO. "Bidding" is just like on the railroad. A job is posted (even if it's yours) and you "bid' on it - it's tied to experience and qualifications.
Eric - Nice picture of the single well stack car with the EOT. I also enjoyed the station shot with the snow - somewhat reminiscent of scenery in northern New Hampshire. Last was the fine picture of the V60.
Allan - IKEA around here means too !@#$ costly! Nearest store to us is in Pittsburgh. I am working on N&W material and will send it out in short installments lest we clog everything completely.
Rob was in with comments and a fine collection of all sorts of work equipment. MBTA has a lot of items that are similar. I especially enjoy the ones that were r/b from old streetcars. Alco shots were great as was the snowplow at night. I agree with OSP, not nearly enough frozen precip on the ground.
Nick - You never know what kind of audience you're going to get; that applies to all kinds of situations; not just musical. As long as the $ is good. Hope you are recovering from your unscheduled "deroofing." Homer works for me in a variety of situations, as does Spongebob (especially when underground.) BTW, the word "d'oh" is in the dictionary now.
Spongebob: "You ready to go crazy, Patrick?"
Patrick "Yeah. I hear voices already."
OSP - Looks as though they moved some of the exhibits around at the MOT since I was there. Has the football team called you to offer the coaching job? Can't be any worse than what they have been dealing with all year. I can't tell if Buffalo is that good.
Interesting detail in your ARR passenger picture is the orange sign serving as a marker for the engineer.
Good movies as well. Prototype for Patch was from WV. Yes, we will miss Paul Newman. Gotta rerun "Slapshot" sometime during hockey season; one of the better hockey movies ever, IMHO.
Work safe
Good to see our friend SHANE come thru in his morning "slot"!
Something from the sub-basement archives for this suddenly gloomy Monday - a front has roared in to mid-continent USA bringing dark skies 'n threatening weather . . . So, time to think about more pleasant matters!
Featured Locomotives #2
<Initially Posted on 06 Jul 2006, Page 371 of "Our" Place I>
http://cs.trains.com/forums/371/448217/ShowPost.aspx#448217
EMD SD70 series
Caveat: Used with permission from: Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Formatting differences made necessary due to Forums requirements.
Two UP SD70M locomotives refueling at Dunsmuir, California - 2004 <GNU Free Documentation - foto credit: Eric Guinther>
Power type: Diesel
Builder: General Motors Electro-Motive Division, now Electro-Motive Diesels (EMD)
Build date: 1992 - present
Total production: over 3,000
AAR wheel arr.: C-C
The EMD SD70 is a series of diesel-electric locomotives produced by General Motors Electro-Motive Division from 1992 to the present. Over 2000 locomotives in this series have been produced, mostly of the SD70M and SD70MAC models. All locomotives of this series are hood units with C-C trucks. The majority of the SD70M and SD70MAC models were produced with 4000 horsepower (2,980 kW) EMD Model 710 prime movers, while later production SD70MACs are rated at 4300 horsepower (3,210 kW). The SD70ACe and SD70M-2 are rated at 4,300 horsepower each.
Models
GM-EMD has produced several different models in the SD70 series for different customer requirements.
SD70
The SD70 is the low-nose model of the series, foregoing the larger new comfort cab for the smaller standard or spartan cab common on older locomotives. This model also has DC traction motors which simplify the electrical system by cutting out the need for computer-controlled inverters. 120 examples of this model locomotive were produced, only for Norfolk Southern, Conrail and Illinois Central. (Conrail was partly absorbed by Norfolk Southern in 1999, and all 24 of Conrail's SD70 engines were acquired by NS.) The standard cab was phased out in 1999 and production of the basic SD70 ended.
SD70M
The SD70M has a wide nose and a large comfort cab, allowing more crew members to ride comfortably inside of the locomotive than the older standard cab designs. Like the SD70, the SD70M also uses DC traction motors. Starting in mid-2000, the SD70M was produced with SD45-style flared radiators exhibiting a new exhaust system due to the enaction of the EPA's Tier I environmental regulations. The SD70M was replaced by the SD70M-2 in late 2004, as the EPA's Tier II went into effect on January 1st, 2005. 1,646 examples of this model locomotive were produced. Purchasers included Union Pacific, Southern Pacific (now UP), CSX, Norfolk Southern and Santa Fe (now BNSF).
A Norfolk Southern SD70M passes through Hair in Dalton, Georgia. <GNU Free Documentation - Jason Trew Photo>
This locomotive model is also being built for export. Companhia Vale do Rio Doce (CVRD) in Brazil has ordered 27 of this model for service in Carajas pulling trainloads of iron ore. Since CVRD track is gauged at 1600 mm, a wider bogie was designed for these units by EMD.
CVRD SD70M #714 <courtesy: www.wikipedia.com>
SD70MAC
The SD70MAC is much like the SD70M. The main difference is that the SD70MAC uses AC traction motors. AC motors, while more simple and reliable than DC motors, require substantially more expensive inverters to generate a variable-frequency AC signal. The SD70MAC is no longer produced due to EPA regulations and has been replaced by the SD70ACe. 1,124 examples of this model locomotive were produced. Purchasers include Burlington Northern (now BNSF), Conrail (engines now owned by CSX), CSX, TFM/Kansas City Southern and the Alaska Railroad.
SD70MAC locomotives at Anchorage, Alaska, June 1st, 2006 <personal foto>
SD70I
The SD70I is a version of the SD70M which has been fitted with a cab that is isolated from the frame of the locomotive with shock absorbers (officially known as a 'North American Safety Cab', unofficially known as the 'Comfort Cab' - designed and built in EMD's London, Ontario, Canada shops). The isolation gives the crew in the cab a smoother ride. A seam is visible across the nose and on the long hood where the cab connects with the body. Due to EPA regulations, the SD70I is no longer produced. 26 examples of this model locomotive were produced, all for Canadian National.
SD70Ace
The SD70ACe is basically the SD70MAC updated to meet the latest EPA regulations for road locomotives, but several other changes were included as well. The radiator on the locomotive is nearly as wide as the cab, and looks similar to the radiator on the SD90 series of locomotives. The nose has been modified to provide parts compatibility with contemporary GE locomotives, producing a much more angular nose than previous models. The cables and brake lines have been routed beneath the walkways, allowing for easy access by maintenance workers. As of 2005, 185 examples of this model locomotive have been produced. Purchasers include Union Pacific, BNSF, CSX, Montana Rail Link, Kansas City Southern, and Ferromex.
This locomotive model is also being produced for export. In 2004, BHP Billiton of Australia ordered 14 SD70ACe/lc locomotives for use in iron ore hauling; the "lc" in the model designation stands for "low clearance" as these locomotives are designed to negotiate the tight clearances under the mine equipment.
BHP (Billiton Iron Ore Pty. Ltd., Australia) SD70Ace/1c <courtesy: www.wikipedia.com>
SD70M-2
The SD70M-2 is GM-EMD's DC traction version of the SD70ACe, and the two models are nearly identical in every other respect. As of 2006, 130 examples of this model locomotive have been produced. Examples are owned by Norfolk Southern and Canadian National.
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Good Afternoon Captain Tom and Crew
Me thinks the Press Gang must have been through these parts as good hands are getting thin in the ranks!
Just means more goodies for moi! Missed Brekkie this a.m. though I did peak in so I might as well grab a mug of yer finest and a heaping plate of Fries covered in beans! \
I've been busy with Lisa's "the" Ta-do list today but managed to get into the "Wreck" room to do some work on the layout. This is a bigger project than orig... Ahhh who am I trying to kid! This is a painstaking rebuild but it had to be done!
Rob: more lovely pics! Didn't realize the Durham Railway had so many engines. To tell you the truth I really don't know much about this small unique RR. Mentioned to Lisa about seeing you possibly. We do have a side trip to Brampton to see her brother so if our paths do cross it will be for an hour at best.
Shane: Bidding sounds like it has merits as it would insure that you keep current with training and certification and I'm all for that as there is nothing worse then someone sitting on there laurels and getting in you way as far as career aspirations.
Anyhow I'm getting da boo from son #1, something about homework... he's right it does take priority! I might as well go back to CNN (Crisis News Network, The scariest news in town)
Later All
Fergie
http://www.trainboard.com/railimages/showgallery.php?cat=500&ppuser=5959
If one could roll back the hands of time... They would be waiting for the next train into the future. A. H. Francey 1921-2007
I see Fergie made it back with a rather selective round of comments. Hopefully all of the fine efforts put up at the bar by our erstwhile crew 'n Proprietor <since your last visit> will wind up being viewed . . .
As always, I'll reserve further commentary ‘til my next round of acknowledgments . . . but DO appreciate an appearance by one of our irregulars during these times of absences . . .
Time for another spate o' RANDOM FOTOS from The Proprietor ‘n Bar Chandler of a couple of weeks ago . . .
Rule of Six Suspended <by one>!
(1) Illinois Central #764 2-8-0 "Consolidation" at StL MoT <Kirkwood>
(3) Terminal Railroad #318 0-8-0 switcher at StL MoT <Kirkwood>
(4)
(6) Museum Switcher <no further ID> at StL MoT <Kirkwood>
(7)
A busy Saturday evening and Sunday at the bar so a round please RUTH.
TOM Your go on the Caption Competition made me thanks.
Trust me to get in too late for the free breakfast in honor for me.
Great selection for the Random Photos. I see Stepney's sister Waddon is in the background of CNR # 6153 in photo 2. In photo #5 it has really captured the size of the Big Boy.
Did they give you a proposed delivery date when you ordered The Call of Trains book. I would hate to order it and have no one here when it arrives. That really is a great photo on the cover.
I still have a few 35mm films left so I will take that camera over with me this time. I think the digital I had in Canada is getting quite old now. There seem to be some good reasonably priced digitals on the market just now.
Thanks for the kind words and glad you enjoyed the photos.
It is great the Darts Challenge is well subscribed; being an alternate during the match will give one a chance to recover.
Two great films on at the Emporium this week. I have seen both and it will be good to see them again. The Sting is one of my all time favorite films with great theme tune. Paul Newman was a fine actor. Then of course the Stooges.
Many thanks for the Featured Locomotives the EMD SD 70 series. It seems a very successful design. It seems some railroads stay loyal to the DC traction motors while others are going for the AC version. I see the remaining fleet of UP's 6,000HP SD 90s are being sent to East St Louis for scrapping. I believe some of this class of locomotives were converted to SD 70s some time ago.
Enjoyed the photos from our visit to the MOT. Reading the sign I did not realize the 2-8-0 was the most popular wheel arrangement in the US for mainline use, interesting valve gear as well. TRRA # 318 is looking in good condition. It would be good if one of the regulars has some information on the museum switcher.
ERIC Many thanks for the link to # 588. I guess with the orange livery there is no need for a yellow panel on the ends. It is amazing how electric motors have increased in power for the same size in the last few decades.
I can't think of any other locomotives that had corridor tenders than some of the LNER A3s to start with and then the A4s. Tom and I walked through the corridor tender of A4 Dominion of Canada at ExpoRail where they have provided steps at the tender and the cab.
Any idea what ‘Thomas' is saying, perhaps in Swedish and Tom can translate.
Enjoyed the random photos, like the V60, was the RTLs delayed long before they were fixed.
ALLAN Yes Newcastle need Kevin, saw some highlights and the Toon weren't very good at all in the first half but played a lot better in the second but not enough to win, the interim manager may get them going a bit I hope.
Glad you enjoyed the photos of the A4 and the GW locomotives. At Rugby we used to see ex LNER, GW and LMS locomotives quite regularly on the old Great Central line and LMS and rarely a LNER B1 on the LMS line though the town. The SR locomotives sometimes worked to Banbury on cross-country trains for the GC but Oxford was a better place to see locos from all 4 regions at one time.
Thanks for the go on the caption competition, a good one now that smoking as been banned in all public buildings in Britain now.
Have a good trip. Many thanks for the good wishes for a Bon Voyage. Hoping I can find a kind library so I can look in at the bar.
NICK Sounds like a very strange gig at the wedding, reminded me of an old joke about too deaf old dears at a Workingman's Club when the band was announced after the bingo, unfortunately I can't repeat it on the forum. Great to have the layout to recover with and beer certainly helps as well.
Thanks for the twenty and glad no lasting ill effects from the roof incident.
ROB Many thanks for the kind words on the photos. I think the black bag is looking forward to carry another camera across the pond; hopefully it will bring it back again as well.
Many thanks for the photos. I bet those night events at the museum are really great and I thought the snow really adds to the atmosphere. Enjoyed the photos of the work cars.
Interesting ALCOs on the York Durham Rly, is that a cover on the roof of # 22.
Have a good trip today.
CM3 Many thanks for kind wishes on my trip. The two shunters Walrus and Carpenter were replaced at the Park Royal Guinness brewery by two ex BR class 08s, they named them LION and UNICORN, both are now preserved.
I think the preserved 08 Haversham was named after a small village near Bletchley where 08011 was shedded, for a few years it was the oldest 08 in BR service and a depot favorite. Charles Dickens visited Rugby I don't think he was too impressed reading the short story Mugby Junction.
Glad you liked the photos. Just hoping they don't put the black bag in quarantine when I enter the UK.
FERGIE Hope the effects of KYLE were not severe in your area, better to be on land than at sea in that weather.
Well RUTH a bit late againso I had better get another round in.
Good evening cherubs-I trust we are all in the best of health,Leon-here is another of those strange purple £20 banknotes for ale for the company-although as Vito is a licensed international currency dealer you might prefer 247 million Zimbabwean dollars instead-it works out about the same ,give or take a bag of cashews................
Just a quick bookmark whilst I start yet another marathon catch-up (remind me to get back to marathons later-R.E the 1902 (?) St Louis Olympics-definately one for the end of the post.....)
Notes:- TOM-E/M recd & resp -DAN-likewise (copied to TOM & PETE)
PETE-Saw brief mention of `Waddon` as page was loading-synchronicity at work-Waddon ( a small marshy place west of Croydon) was on the route of the Surrey Iron Rly,of recent mention....spooky or what
Right-ahead of the S&D fantrip that will be upcoming (who needs Sherman Hill when you can have the glorious Mendips ) heres a couple from the train shed:-
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The old order and the new-an ex-Caledonian `pug` (closest I have to a Y9 PETE ) next to a Beyer -Peacock `Hymek` outside Hamworthy quay shed-std class 2 prairie lurking in shed-giant insect lurking in yard office
And so on to top shed-Bath (coded 82F at this time ) -have only just realised ,most of these models are almost as old as the prototypes they represent:-from front,ex-L.M.S 3f tank,40/45 years old-ex G.W tank-30 years old,ex L.M.S 3f-40/45 years,ex G.W `King`,27 years old,ex G.W. `Hall`,30+ years old.........and all still giving good service with original motors-gawd bless Tri-Ang/Hornby-toys to last a lifetime........-At rear of shot:-Cardiff-Bournemouth express cars on new carriage siding and coke wagons on gasworks spur--apologies for `glare`-is the curse of late night flash photography
Right-off to do my homework-back soon
UP Mountain #7000 4-8-2 <GNU Free Documentation>
Not a rush at the bar today, but sufficient to provide an evening's round of Acknowledgments . . .
Monday - September 29th <all times Central daylite>:
Page 27 - CM3 Shane <coalminer3> at 9:15 AM <10:15 AM>: A fine Monday visit from our Resident WVA Connection - covered the bases well. Speaking of which, Cards finished 10 games over - a far better record than the Dodgers who won their western division. Something wrong with this "system" . . . oh well. Not saying that the Redbirds deserved to be "in" - but neither do teams so close to .500. <barf>
Foo-ball Watched only the 1st half of the Lambs <aka: Rams> ‘n was surprised the Bills didn't steamroll ‘em right away. Kept waiting for the other shoe to drop - it did in the 2nd half. And I turned down the job offer - have to stick around here in case my basement wall springs a leak - at least until the contracting gets done! <grin> Then I think I'm going to be busy walking Juneau . . . Priorities, priorities.
As has been noted, some of the exhibits at StL MoT were indeed moved since Rendezvous III . . . seems to be a "thing," as each time I visit that place there's something not where it was the last time. Hmmmmmm.
Many thanx for your inclusive comments, ROUND ‘n quarters!
Page 27 - Fergie <Fergmiester> at 1:52 PM <3:52 PM ADT>: Surprise afternoon visit from our wind-blown friend in Nova Scotia. I gathered you weathered the latest big wind ‘n presume all's well at your digs. Reports from mum-in-law at the far end of Bedford Basin said all's well . . . <phew>
Spending rainy days tearing apart the M.E.S.S. layout ‘n the good ones either harvesting the garden or making ready for the winter, eh I've pretty much given up on helping the garden - a rather good sized plot - as the deer have been frequenting the yard in 4s ‘n 5s . . . would have to build a 6 ft fence to keep ‘em out! <geesh> Lots of wild life in these parts, in spite of the development. Which is the CAUSE for the wildlife in subdivisions. <sad> They have to eat too.
Not much more to say other than you're a hard man to please - all of that material ‘n so little said. <groan> Guess it just doesn't flick your Bic . . . does with the <GoR> however, ‘n THAT keeps my motivation "up"!
Have noticed you've been racking up the numbers <Posts> on the daily tally - guess you're trying to make up for lost time. Remember, no more STARS! <grin>
Catch ya later . . .
Page 27 - Pete <pwolfe> at 4:37 PM: Many thanx for touching all the bases with your < I3 > Post - including my offerings! Much appreciation for ALWAYS making sure there's recognition for those who make this place OURS!
Yeah, I wondered what in the world happened to you today - then it occurred to me that it's MONDAY - you're hardly ever here early on MONDAY - hardly ever. Not never - but hardly ever! <grin> Just the way it is - give you a day off <Sunday> ‘n you streeeeeeeetch it as far as possible. That's WHY we are not "organized" ‘n NOT in need of a Shop Steward! <geesh>
Cameras don't simply stop functioning because they get old . . . technology may overtake ‘em - but I doubt they won't do the job. It's a matter of mastering the technology, Mate - gotta learn . . . <ooooooooh> One thing about digitals is NOT to get carried away with how many mega-pixels a camera may reach . . . it's most times a gimmicky thing for those of us who simply take fotos for either storage on a ‘puter or disk OR making 4x6 inch copies. Mega-pixels in the hi-range generally mean more to the professionals and those enlarging to large ‘n larger sizes . . . something to study up on before getting overly impressed. ‘nuf of that . . .
Regarding the book from amazon.com - I seriously doubt that you'll have any problems in getting a copy. They aren't going to run out any time soon. But, knowing your skepticism, you can always have it sent to me . . . BUT keep in mind that there IS NO ANTICIPATED DELIVERY DATE yet . . . I ordered it 'n they'll notify me when it's ready to ship. That's the way it works. Again, you can always send it to my address or simply wait 'til you return from Merry Olde.
Get here BEFORE noon on Tuesday 'n you may have that breakfast . . . <grin>
Appreciate your visit <albeit LATE> ‘n the ROUND!
Page 27 - Nick <nickinwestwales> at 6:10 PM <12:10 AM Tuesday GMT>: "In" with good chat ‘n a foto spread more suited for our Wednesdays -but appreciated nonetheless!
Hope things have worked themselves out in your favor regarding that fall from the roof. <ouch>
Email received ‘n appreciated. Responded to one . . .
ROUND appreciated ‘n have you really checked the price of cashews lately <uh oh>
Good evenig Captain Tom and all present!!
Yes, Leon a ham sandwich would be just right. A cold Keith's, please!
Hmm, I just discovered Tom sneaking around inside here. I don't know who he is looking for.
Allan – Sorry about the links, they were supposed to show the pictures and I changed it later. So there is a date set for the IKEA opening? Maybe just in time for Christmas? That’s when they opened the one here in the Valley. Nick – Hope you are feeling better after your hard landing last week!Your layout looks real nice! Looking forward to more photos ! Interesting!Rob – I don’t think you should mention anything about DNA in the Penthouse Suite. People might start asking questions. But I have a good collection of DNA samples!How much trackage do you have at the museum? Interesting snowplow, TP11! Is the museum open in the winter so you have to use the TP11?You certainly have a good collection of work equipment at the museum! Car 45 looks brand new!Nice looking Alco’s! I understand that the last one, ex CN RSC14 does not belong to the York Durham RY. Tom – I didn’t see that you are here as well! I’ll buy you a drink!The snakes will come back and hit hard! Very hard!! I have another snowy picture I found last night. I’ll scan it and show it tomorrow. Brunettes in that town? All I can say is that the brunette used to live there!I also hope I have bought my last car. It is four years old tomorrow and it should last many more years. Time for a visit to the Emporium again! The Sting with Paul Newman is a must after his passing last week. Never heard about The Patch though. Thanks for the info on the EMD SD70’s! It’s an impressive locomotive.Nice photos from the museum! I never saw that little switcher, “I think I can”! Is it something they have received lately or has it been hiding somewhere?
Celsius!
CM3 – I have too many pictures with snow, but showing some of them will keep the Captain happy! I can understand if it is costly for you to go to Pittsburgh to buy something from IKEA. Especially with the gas prices of today. Do you have any trouble getting gas in your area? Fergie – I thought you were taking cover someplace for the hurricane coming your way! I don’t remember its name right now, but the maps have been showing it aiming for Halifax! Pete – The orange livery is very visable in daylight. What Thomas is saying? In Swedish? I don’t know, I have to liste to him and come back tomorrow!The RTLs were fixed in about 30 minutes so it wasn’t a big delay. The track we were traveling was limited to 15 MPH long stretches.
Right then-got through the first bit-and please bear in mind this is a catch-up from last wednesday or similar-----Leon,this situation calls for the special rum and an extra crate of the good Czech lager if you please-possibly some snacks also-lets try some tapas tonight-always an interesting experience........
O.K-got something for everybody here ( I think) :-
TOM-Tides-happened to see a snippet on T.V the other night about the Severn estuary-believe they have about a 13 metre tide-on a shallow estuary,into a narrow river mouth,hence the Severn Bore.....people surf the wave many miles up river-is quite a sight I`m told,-indeed have seen film of it..most impressive.
Milford Haven is a very deep but narrow anchorage-very little room for manoeuvre-see `Sea Empress` some years ago (Missisnick was heavily involved in co-ordinating the clean-up operation ) We are several miles up-river and is mostly water up to the back door stuff for those that live on the shore (we are a good 10 metres above that) but nothing to worry about ( yet )
Some cracking pix from the M.O.T-have yet to study them at length ,but will do-they deserve no less
And whilst we are on the subject-the Can-Am run-by shots were first class -dont care what you say,the Can-Am needs a steady source of freight income-grain to the Mentor Brewery,boxcars out again,coal or oil for power...............A T.O.F.C transfer point,regular car loads to the two yards.....................-Before you know it you will be running a daily trip freight.......
SHANE-Remember autos over here are smaller meeker little things-anything that can do 0-60 in less than a paragraph is a source of wonderment.....would LOVE to sit out on the porch with you and the K9 sipping a long bottle and listening to Django ,Oscar Peterson or anything else you cared to share and watch the evening westbound haul up the valley
R.E the Littluns,have discovered the best approach is not to be the nasty grown up giving out grief-just try and remember what its like to be that age ,go with the flow and try and make sure lil` Lulu doesn`t get trampled on in the rush ( but it is nice when bedtime comes around )-AHHH-MY time now......................
Loved the `Monster Heads ` tale-could see it happening ---B.T.W-received wisdom is :-Kodak film favours red tints,Fuji favours greens-any thoughts ..?
FERGIE-Glad to see you back on dry land-hope it was a good trip-quick note if you are heading down to TO looking for L.H.S-Apparently Georges Trains have moved-may be useful,maybe not.........
PETE-Thanks for the notes on C/C livery,see below.....R.E Landore-have seen pix from back in the day when the only thing missing was `Kings`-very sad.....The black bag.........Q:-what should you do if you see an unattended bag on a station platform..?..A:-Offer to buy her a coffee-it could be the start of something wonderful...........Rhyl-will try and pair up your pix with mine (the old Bassett-Lowke engines) and see what we get......
ROB-Welcome back from the twilight zone-who would have thought there were that many Ontarians midnight shopping for cigarette papers,chocolate and `shiny things`.........Ahhh-Happy days....Also-6`4" tattooed monsters bying tyre irons at 3am is not normal retail practice......Fine pix B.T.W- principal thing with the digi-cam is to remember the half -second delay between pressing the button and the pic being made-been caught a few times with that
got a whole shed full of blurs...............
ALLAN-Thanks for info R.E C/C coach stock-suspect it was to put a `corporate` livery on those beautiful Gresley teaks
ERIC-Cant find anything specific that needs answering,so please let me buy you a steak a la Paris and a few Tuborgs and you can teach me all about driving big electric motors back in the old country
O.K. guys-that looks like me for the night,If anybody is interested I got the roof closed up today (ahead of the rain) and in my (self imposed) lunch break also managed to service a half dozen locos that the timetable will need (my own fault-what started as a test run has very quickly turned into a full session-13 seperate trains,38 movements (including the locals which run several times in a session)...will list the trains (with pix) later,if anybody is interested).........
O.K guys,sleep well,PETE-have a safe journey,if the gods will it,we will meet up in Brum.........
Sleep well guys........
O.K then-its trivia time-Now this is all received wisdom from a T.V program over here-but is assumed to be well researched-1902 (or so) Olympics-St Louis-The Marathon-(Leon-another round please-the typing may take a while.........)
Of the first 4 competitors over the line,3 were disqualified-2 for dosing themselves with strychnine (apparently a performance enhanching drug) and the other for driving more than half of the course-another finalist-the first African ever to compete-had to run an extra 2 k`s because he was chased by a dog...................Apparently,he was a mail man and was forced to run in uniform-although apparently he cut the legs off of his trousers
In those days cricket was an olympic sport-Britain took the gold-the only opposition was the French team-made up of staff from the British embassy in Paris......
If this isn`t true-it certainly ought to be....-Info taken from the B.B.C prog. `Q.I`,hosted by Stephen Fry
Have a nice day now ......
Honest-I couldn`t make this up
Good evening Leon,I see that Nick's been by with that *** purple money but what the heck it's spendable .Just a Keith's for me my lad thanks so much.
Tom-Great info on the SD70 series,a well done series of locomotives,the current ACE'sand M-2's are keeping the venerable EMD afloat ( just barely )At least all the horribleness that was the 90 series are gone now .Here's a shot of an SD70M-2 of the CN that I caught in Toronto six or seven month's ago.
Loved the shots from the MOT as well.Some good looking sssteam there
Shane-Was in with his usual aplomb today.I aggree that Ikea can be pricey but I find that the stuff is more than servicable ( haven't had any difficulties with our stuff from them yet )The TTC had several home built rebuilt service cars as well,always cheaper to convert surplus cars to snow scrappers or or grinding casr than to just scrap them.
This grinding car was once a double ended passenger car,it and all it's sisters were turned into snowscrappers or grinding cars once their revenue days were done.Most lasted a further 20-30 years than they otherwise would have.
Pete-So your trusting the black bag again Could be scarry mate lets hop it spares the old 35mm,I would hate for you to have to sketch the sights from your trip to share with us.Lets see was that a cubist or impressionist version of the Tour of London
That's not a cover it's a winterization hatch,keeps the engine air warm in the deep deep cold of the original Quebec winters that loco had to endure.
Eric-You may have DNA samples but the one's you have are of H&H and Vito and his boyz <uh oh > I wouldn't use any of them for anything,you know how Vito reacts to such things.
That thermomiter shot should make Tom happy
We don't run year round we used to have a coupel Christmas shows the last two weekends in November but the logistics and expence of keeping cars heated and the track clear outways the gate revenue.We did use TP11 and our sweeper to clear snow but they make neat displays and passeneger cars on the spaecial occation days during the summer.
Fergie-Keep me in the loop if you guys can meet up with us that woukld be great The York Durham has some neat equipment at the time those loco's were the entire roster.
Nick-A couple neat shots from the shed,looking good as always Hmm don't remember selling any tyre irons however the customer description sounds like a few of our regulars Neat reading your trivia question as to an answer I haven't the foggiest so I'll sit back and watch and wait.
All right Leon. I'm back for one final refill then I'm calling it a night.Here is the first batch 'o' shots from today's daytrip.No ships in the harbour so we missed out on that , but that wasn't the end of the world.
Two shots of the CN / VIA station ( ex Grand Trunk ) at Stratford Ontario first shots from accross the parking lot second shot is the freight shed end of the station.The station building is separated from the frieght shed by an open breezway just like the Brantford station ( same architect ) We stopped in Stratford on our way through to Goderich.
Goderich's classic Witches hat CP station located right down by the harbour.The CP's trackage was pulled out in 1987.The building is owned by the city and is used by their Parks commision,they are currently doing some restoration work on the building.
CN's ( ex Grand Trunk ) station accross the harbour from the CPR. No passenger trains go to goderich now but teh sattion and it's yards are used as the head qaurters by rial America's Goderich and Exeter shortline that operates ex CN trackage from Goderich back into Guelph Ontario. Salt, farm equipment, feed and grain are the lifeblood of the area.
The smaller of the two Goderich Harbour elevators ! the larger one's on the North side of the bay.
Siftflo salts loading facility on the harbour pier.
More tomorrow
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