Good Morning Captain Tom and Crew
Morning Coffee with an extra to take the nip out of the air if yopu please!
And I'll have the Early morning Fisherman's special with Poached and Beans and a side order of hash browns
siberianmo wrote: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 . . .
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 . . .
I know I know... short of the mark as I was trying to get in an extra lick but as I said homework is a priority around here and with only the one computer that's that! Besides yesterday was one of those "Flub" days. Flubbed around the place tinkering here, sighing there a real fiddle and fart affair. Though I did get most of the main outer curve nailed down. That leaves 3 mores lines to be laid.
Eric and Tom: As for Kyle... I think more wind is generated around the bar on a Friday night then Kyle provided in these parts! Mind you Canso is still without power and there was some flooding in Yarmouth as the tide surge was a foot higher than normal. Flooding was a result of heavy local rains.
Eric: Mine is not to run and hide during a storm, rather to ride it out and hang on for dear life! Personaly I'd rather hide, saying that Both Lisa and I had the yard tied down before Kyle's arrival. The winds off of Banquereau Bank (200 nms to sea) were clocked at 140 kph, which is roughly 75 mph... Land is good!
Shane: The CV in Colour is my 5th book in the Morning Sun repetoire. Really good books with excellent pics and story line. Now I have to decide which one I want next.
Tom: Good article on the 70's! Not sure if it's SD 60 or 70's used in this neck of the woods but regardless they are a fine looking Loco. I've seen the Brazilian ones as they were being shipped from the docks about a year or so ago (wish I had my camera though I'm leary about taking pics in those areas as you don't know who'll come up and "Challenge" you). Didn't realize they ran on a wider guage than the NA standard... Interesing! Also enjoyed offerings of the Museum, quite a large collection.
Rob: Enjoyed further offerings of the Stations in your area. It's nice to see they never got torn down. As to our rendezvous I'll have a better idea this weekend after plans are better finalized. We have about 5 days to see family and friends, which includes an over-nighter in Kingston (We're taking the train!) So it will be a real Barn Stormer of a trip.
Nick: Wwhhaaaat? Speak up son I can't here ya from all that R@R music. Ahhhh that's better Now if you really want to stir up the neighbourhood try the Bagpipes as they don't have volume control and are sure to raise the dead or dieing. Georges actually has two locations in Toronto. The original that was on Mount Pleasant road that as a child could never get to (probably a good thing) and the one up in Richmond Hill along the CN Mainline off of Young St. where I spent many days as a youth taking pictures of trains.
Pete: Have a good time in the Old Country and behave! hope to see many new pics upon your safe arrival home.\
Anyway I suspect today will be like yesterday a lot of phone calls and nothing of any substance accomplished
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
<On order for my modest hardcover RR book library!>
G'day Gents!
It's not only the last day of the month, but also that nondescript day we call Tuesday! <ugh> Anyway, breakfasts are ready - coffee 'n pastries fresh 'n filling the place with good smells . . . so c'mon, join us!
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Comments from the Proprietor
DARTs Team Shirt Selections:
<based on order of responses>
#7 - Pete
#5 - Fergie
#2 - Allan
#1 - Rob
#4 - Lars
#3 - Nick
#6 - Eric 'n Shane <assigned!>
So, that's IT . . . as mentioned, just wanted to get this out of the way BEFORE Pete departed. Details for our 3rd Annual Dart's Challenge 'n Grudge Match <the OH-FISH-UL title!!> will follow in EARLY November . . .
PLANNED ABSENCES:
Bar Chandler Pete will be gone for the month of October . . .
It's "You Post, I Post" at the Bar by the Ballast!
Customer Acknowledgments (since my last narrative):
Monday- September 29th <all times Central daylite>:
Page 27 - Eric <EricX2000> at 7:17 PM <5:17 PM Sandbox time>: Made it "in," but the sun had set! <grin> Anyway, good to see ya earlier than usual. REALLY HELPS in helping me get a leg-up on the morning's rundown <aka: Acknowledgments>. Those late niters are killers for me . . . turns my early morning into somewhat of a rush. <barf>
The Brunette lived there From a quaint winter's setting in Sweden to Hooters in St. Louis to The Second Class Saloon. Now that's quite a transition! <yikes>
While not certain, I believe that little switcher is the one used to shunt the cars ‘n locos from place to place . . . there are no markings on it, other than the "I Think I Can" sign . . . cute lil' MoSheen, eh
Celsius is a fraud - Fahrenheit sez it better-er! <grin> That's HARDLY what I'd call COLD! <geesh>
Fine inclusiveness from our Sandman along with a ROUND for me ‘n one for the house!
Page 27 - Nick <nickinwestwales> at 8:19 PM ‘n 8:48 PM <2:19 AM ‘n 2:48 AM Tuesday GMT>: And our Resident Londoner in Wales returned with part duex . . .
While I've never seen it, I surely suspected there would be those to take advantage of those hi-tides ‘n get some serious surfing in. Why not, it's only one's neck at risk! <grin>
Thanx for the explanation regarding your location as related to the water - I've now gotten a better "visual" of it.
Oh but to differ, mon ami - the Can-Am Railway DOES have two operating freight lines - CP ‘n CN with two consists EACH of cars - cabooses in use as well! In fact, I'm running a CN freight now . . . But, passenger railroading is featured, with freight taking a back seat <aka: siding> to the VIA Rail ‘n Amtrak trains. <aaaaaaaaahhhhhh> No freight up on the mountain run - just no room for sidings on that point-to-point run. It's RDC territory - although the "locals" tell me "back in the day" there used to be steam hauled situational freight along the line in mixed consists of course. <grin> In fact, if one looks hard, there's evidence of a water tower on the approach to Mountain Village - but it's most times beneath the snow cover!
Whilst not directed my way, I DO agree that Fuji has a leaning toward green, whereas Kodak is red. Spot on, Mate! And I'm no Aficionado when it comes to film . . .
Most humorous ‘n revealing stuff regarding 1904 from our man in Wales! Here's a bit more insight . . .
St. Louis in 1904 was a booming city with a population heading to the million mark. Since, the city has fallen into decline <my opinion> and the population struggling to remain above 350 thousand. The surrounding counties comprise the bulk of those residing in this area of an estimated 2.8 million.
Links to the 1904 Summer Olympics in St. Louis - and - World's Fair <Louisiana Purchase Exposition>:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1904_Summer_Olympics
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louisiana_Purchase_Exposition
Many thanx for a fine set of inclusive visits - trifecta as it turned out! Also food ‘n ROUND helped to cap off the nite quite well. Had to take Juneau out just to walk if OFF! <oooooof>
Page 27 - Rob <trolleyboy> at 10:37 PM ‘n 11:28 PM <11:37 PM ‘n 12:28 AM Tuesday EDT>: Didn't expect to see ya, but there you were with a two-fer at that unGawdly hour. <groan>
Appears your daytrip went well, which is good. Noticed some clouds moving in to your part of the world as this most strange weather-wise year continues to set records pretty much all over the continent. I'm hoping for a whopper of a snow-fall for the winter - a whopper!
Didn't realize how huge those SD70MACs were until I got up close ‘n personal with ‘em whilst in Alaska . . . most impressive MoSheens. But ya know what They still look funky hauling passenger cars. They surely aren't designed to meld with the sleekness of passenger equipment. Oh well . . . Nice shots of the SD70 ‘n grinding car, by the by!
Surely could tell that the same architect was involved with the Goderich ‘n Brantford stations - most impressive structures! Your new camera seems to be working quite well for you as the shots came out "loud ‘n clear." Thanx for those station shots ‘n harbor facilities too!
Appreciate the visits, fotos ‘n chat!
Tuesday - September 30th:
Page 28 - Fergie <Fergmiester> at 7:37 AM <9:37 AM ADT>: Nice start to our Tuesday with a visit from the Ancient Mariner himself - accent on ancient! <grin>
More wind at the bar! Well, I never . . . <grin>
Don't be too hard on yourself, Mate <oooooooops, Skipper!> you're entitled to a kick-back few days <daze> to do as you please. Adjust to the shoreside, or something like that! <grin>
Don't take this the wrong way - but it's a shame that you aren't availing yourself of travel to Toronto by train. It's a great trip 'n in spite of my utter disdain for those Renaissance cars - if there's still a Budd Park Car at the tail end . . . then you'd have a dome as far as Montréal. Change of trains is a piece of cake as the corridor trains to Toronto are plentiful 'n often. BUT, it IS expensive - no doubt about it, very expensive <especially if you booked the BEST of bedrooms 'n VIA1 for the corridor>. But, what the heck - spend that money before your kids do! <grin> Did note that you'll at least have a short haul by train in your itinerary . . . so there's HOPE for ya!
See comments to Rob regarding the SD70s . . .
If you ever follow thru on your "threat" to pay a call in these parts, I KNOW you'd love the StL MoT <Kirkwood> - it's chock full o' steamers, some in fine looking shape, others awaiting - but chock full. Lisa 'n Carol would find plenty of things to do whilst we enjoyed the museum 'n of course a great hobby shop in Kirkwood! Sounds like a plan, eh Always welcome - just provide a head's up. We're not good at last minute stuff . . . <grin>
Many thanx for the visit, chat 'n of course the business! <KaChing> <KaChing>
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!
Dinner begins at 5 PM so come early ‘n often!
Cindy is our Saturday bartender!
Boris, serve ‘em all of the "spiked" OJ they can handle!
Tom
As a general heads up b4 we get started, Amazon gave me a November 7 (tentative) shipping date for Call of Trains. They are usually pretty close to their times.
Pete - I recall the Mugby Junction story by Dickens. He did several railway-related stories which appeared in various Christmas magazines which he churned out annually. They were collected in the Penguin Classics (IIRC) edition of Christmas stories. The title is a little misleading if you expect just "A Christmas Carol" to be in there.
Nick - Models older than the prototypes? I'm older than some of the prototypes! Anyway, I enjoyed looking at your photos, especially the one showing the turntable. Oscar Peterson is on my short list. On PBS over here, Marian McPartland did a long-running series titled "Piano Jazz." Excellent stuff if you have not heard her programs. One of my co-workers is an Art Tatum devotee - scary how well Tatum played. Received wisdom is correct re film types as OSP mentioned. Here's another: Agfa had a distinct red-orange shift. We always have room on the porch - one of my favorite places.
Eric - Celsius thermometer - glad you sent that along. We have been known to get to minus 20F here sometimes during the winter although it's been a long time since I have seen that. We have had no problem with gasoline here. It is, in fact, dropped a bit today. Most of ours comes from a refinery over near Ashland, KY - you'll see it if you drive to next rendezvous - then it goes by truck from there.
Rob - We are pretty much GE territory around here (CSX anyway) so big EMDs don't get over here that much. When I moved here, the opposite was true as GP7s and 9s did a lot of the work and GEs filtered in gradually. Their maintenance base was at Clifton Forge. Neat rail grinding car! I enjoyed your barons of architecture and captains of industry pictures. The D&H has some station similar to the one at Goderich - some wood and some cut stone.
Fergie - Morning Sun has several good ones on the Boston and Maine and on the Maine Central. I like to look at their books before I buy, though. Georges - I have not been there in forever.
OSP stopped by with a nice summary of the SD70. The money lords decree that I won't be able to see at least the first game the Bostons play in LA as I am gonzo by the time it starts (work interferes with leisure time again). We'll see if the Chicago Americans (White Stockings) can win one more time - nothing like doing stuff the hard way.
Nice picture of UP 7000; their first 4-8-2. This was part of an order (UP 7000-7039) blt. by Brooks from 1921-1923. 29x28" cylinders, 73" drivers and 54,838 lbs. tractive effort.
Work safe
Special note for Pete: Just received an Email from amazon.com indicating the book is anticipated for delivery on 05 Nov . . . .
Shane made it "in," thereby enabling me to provide another chapter in The Proprietor ‘n Bar Chandler series begun a couple of weeks back . . . Oh yes - your Email was received 'n responded to - thanx!
Rule of Six Suspended <by two>!
(1) RFDS (Italian State Railroad) #550.025 - Class ES550 at StL MoT <Kirkwood>
(2)
(3) Alton & Southern #12 0-8-0 Switcher at StL MoT <Kirkwood>
(4)
(5)
(6)St. Louis-San Francisco #1522 4-8-2 Mountain at StL MoT <Kirkwood>
(7)
(8)
Enjoy!
Hi Tom and all.
A pint of Bathams please RUTH if I am too late for the breakfast Tom offered yesterday.
Started on my post in word but have to out in a while so I thought I would drop off a couple of photos featuring Southern Railway N15 King Arthur class 4-6-0 No(30)777 Sir Lamiel.These were on a special where Sir Lamiel hauled us, The first photo is at Andover, I believe, on the former London & South Western railway main line from Waterloo to Exeter.
The special went to Bournemouth where 30777 is waiting to depart on the homeward leg. In 1958 she was a Dover engine and would have worked the Cross-Channel boat trains.
After the 'King Arthurs were withdrawn some of the names were fitted to the BR Standard class 5 4-6-0s that replaced them. Like the King Arthurs there was only 1 'named' Standard 5 preserved here is No.73082 'Camelot' at its home on the Bluebell Railway.
.
Hopefully back later so a round please RUTH..
Pete
Pete made it "in" close enuf to "qualify" for that free breakfast - sure hope the H&H gals didn't give him too much grief for being late . . . <uh oh> The man is always running that way - kinda like the proverbial character with one foot nailed to the deck. <grin> But, what in the world would "Our" Place be without him, eh We'll soon be finding out! <groan>
Now Arriving on Track #3
Classic Steam Locos
Number One - Mikado 2-8-2
The first Mikado was manufactured in 1897 by Baldwin for Japan, and named in honor of the Japanese emperor. Mikes were famous four being all-around workhorses - durable, practical, well-suited for all terrain. They were fast enough for main line passenger service, maintaining speeds of 60 mph. They were powerful enough for demanding freight runs, with improved wheel arrangement and firebox position providing greater steam production. Mikado's dominated freight locomotive orders until 1930, and were America's most popular engine. They ran until the twilight of steam, with some preserved today for tourist excursions.
Mikes were famous four being all-around workhorses - durable, practical, well-suited for all terrain. They were fast enough for main line passenger service, maintaining speeds of 60 mph. They were powerful enough for demanding freight runs, with improved wheel arrangement and firebox position providing greater steam production.
Mikado's dominated freight locomotive orders until 1930, and were America's most popular engine. They ran until the twilight of steam, with some preserved today for tourist excursions.
<source: IHC model train literature>
Want more Click this link!
http://www.steamlocomotive.com/mikado/
Hi Tom and all,
Leon, the usual round of Tui`s for all the guys` please.
Rob. Some fine random shots from your trip to the York & Durham Rly and some fine shots from your new camera of the stations and the harbour views from your Goderich trip, boy, was that quick or what?
CM3. We will have to wait for two years for the IKEA store to be opened, it`s a greenfield site at the moment.
Nick. A couple of fine shots of your layout mate. That was an amazing bit of info from that Q1 show hosted by Stephen Fry. The Gresley coaches did not look at all good in that c&c livery.
Eric. The IKEA store will not be opened for another two years, they have to start building it yet.
Pete. They most definatley need Kevin back at the Toon if only to keep the fans placated. The LNER B1`s were real workhorses, they were used for both frieght and passenger service as they were so economical and very reliable. Some fine shots of the SR King Class "Sir Lamiel" and BR Class 5 "Camelot" in a very well maintained condition on the Bluebell Rly. Safe trip mate!
Fergie. Good to see you in and on dry land again.
Tom. A fine Featured Locomotives #2 on the EMD SD70 series with all the info and pix, and a very nice set of Random Fotos`and the StL MOT displays from Pete`s visit with you. Some very interesting links to the 1904 Summer Olympics in St L and the Worlds Fair in Louisiana. A fine start to a new series in Classic Steam Locos` #1 on the Mikado 2-8-2 with the pix. Had to keep the bride happy yesterday with that trip to Hastings and Napier, she wanted a new La-Z-Boy leather lounge suite so just could`nt refuse that, took us all day to select the RIGHT one no less!
See ya, Allan
Good evening Leon , figured I would pop in with another round of photo's from the Goderich trip.We're just back from today's day trips ( shopping ) <ugh> gotta keep the bride happy though.It ended in a several hour wander around Ikea and the purchase of this n that for the house.So just one beer tonight Leon ,oh put it in a tin mug forme so I can accost the Mentor populous for loose change. .I'll come back later with some comenst on today's fine fare.I must say ot was busy for a Tuesday than what we normally see.We were obviously the busiest thread on the forum today as Tom's preceding post was 2pm this one's almost nine pm and we were still in the number one spot.You know what that means,it's close to shut down time again as we are obviously dragging the forum down with our size and length.
Tomorrrow I won't make it in till quite late most likely as we are heading up the Highway to Trenton Ontario and the RCAF museum on the air base there ( they have the only restored Halifax bomber,one that was dug out of a Norwegian Fjord ten or so years ago,now it's put back together ( will never fly )
Right more photo's from Goderich.
The school car restored and a museum at Clintion Ontario ( little towm right before Goderich,not that Goderich is big ! )
The reading material for said school car.
Snowplow at Goderich you can see the old cement loading / unloading ramp for trailer on flatcar service , and the crane used for removing containers from flat cars as well.Right by the Goderich CN station
Two of the Goderich and Exeter's GP38's undergoing some work by the station,there was alot of locmotives in various states of repair/disrepair by the station.In fact they were using leased SD40's for their road trains while we were there.
Another shot of the same pair
An old CN Pointe Ste Charles Caboose that the Goderich and Exeter are now using.
enjoy
Rob
Good evening Captain Tom and Gentlemen!!Leon, yes, you heard it! Rumpsteak Café de Paris and a cold Tuborg Gold, please. Put it on Nick's tab! Thank you!
Not a bad day here at Our Place today! I wonder when Pete is leaving? Any day now, I guess.
Nick – Thanks for the steak! And the Tuborgs! I’ll be happy to show you how to operate some old and new electrics. The main thing running European trains is to learn how to handle the brake. Interesting facts (?) on the Olympics. But it couldn’t be 1902. 1912 the Olympics were held in Stockholm, Sweden, so it must have been 1900 or 1904.Rob – Good looking SD70M-2! M-2 stands for what? DNA samples are DNA samples, always useful!Thanks for the info on the museum! The summer is always better than the winter!!! I like your shots of the station buildnings! That is a very good idea! I have to check what I have. Not too many, I know that. I recognize that name, Guelph (junction?). Good collection of photos from Goderich! Including the special for Tom, a snowplow! The caboose look pretty modern! Fergie – Good to hear that Kyle wasn’t too hard on your neighborhood! I agree, land is good! We, my first mrs and I, went by boat across the North Sea in the fall of 1975 from Gothenburg, Sweden, to London and it was through a pretty rough storm (in my opinion). I survived, but we flew the next few times we went to London. Tom – Sorry I couldn’t make it in during daytime today. Now I have only 12 more days to work. No, no! You didn’t pay attention did you? I wrote that the brunette lived in that town. Not the same as the brunette at Hooter’s. There is a difference!Of course Celsius is a fraud. It’s too much common sense, 0Ëš when water freezes and +100Ëš when it boils instead of +32Ëš and +212Ëš respectively. Geesh. BTW Celsius first name was Anders. An old, reliable Swede! He passed away 1744. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CelsiusA nice parade of rusty locomotives (plus the good looking Nickel Plate Road) at the MoT! Too bad I never took any pictures of that Italian electric. Interesting class of locomotives, the Mikado! Classic indeed!Snow!CM3 – I guess you know that minus 40ËšF equals minus 40ËšC. The coldest weather I have been in was -37ËšC (–34.6ËšF). That was cold! Glad you don’t have trouble getting gas when necessary. The cheapest gas here now is $3.25. I hope the gas price will stay below $3 next spring when it is time for Rendezvous IV. I don't feel like flying.Pete – A different looking locomotive, Southern Railway N15 Sir Lamiel! Different looking smoke deflectors and the front windows of the cab are also different!
When are you leaving for your trip?Allan – Two years? You better tell them to hurry up! At least you have something to look forward to!
Round for the house!
Eric
I'll go lite this a.m. witha mugga of your finest non-Starbucks or Timmy's es gimme the real stuff!! Well today will be more chores and such and maybe I'll get the 2nd curve started. Unfortunately as I am reconbobulating my main lines it's resulting in a cascade effect as I am having to rework the adjoining spurs No pics yet though so hold yer horses!!
Tom: Lisa has the same issue as Carol regarding "time off" from work. This trip is happening over the Thanksgiving Weekend (Canadian) so she can maximize on her holidays. As it is the flight up each is under $150 each while the flight home is, are you ready for this... are ya sure...
$49 each Yes that's right!!! No way could Via compete with that unfortunately.
Still the trip to Kingston will be enjoyable. The Museum looks very interesting indeed, suspect it would be a "full day affair". And Don't worry we are not the "SHow up on the Door Step out of the fog" types. You would get plenty heads up.
Rob: When I see pictures of engines being worked on in that manner I get scared. Tarps and such means a bare bones operation and one foot in the grave for a company trying to survive. CBNS is something akin to that. Though I blame the short sightness of government for the decline in Rail Service in the region.
Pete: You not gone yet? You must be getting excited maybe you can get the Brits to give you a tip or two with the darts it's either that or we'll give you "Nerf" tips for the lethal tragectiles upon your return
Eric: The North Sea is very much like the Grand Banks, very shallow less then 100 metres in depth (much shallower in ares) and wide open. This allows for very steep and high waves. Not something I look forward to at anytime, especially January or February when there is freezing spray involved.
Shane: Haven't decided on the next Morning Sun publication but I'm thinking something with B&O as they had some fine equipment.
Anyway time for me to hit the showers as I already had my 11 km ride this morning and have to get on with the day at hand.
Wednesday's Witticism
You're bound to succeed if you have ignorance and confidence.
Mid-week in mid-continent USA and it's a NEW month! Oktoberfest begins in Mentor Village with the festivities beginning on Friday evenings through Sunday nite for the remainder of the month! While "Our" Place isn't actively participating, we do provide the tent ‘n libations in our "outback."
Time for breakfast! Order a <light> or <traditional> bill o' fare from our Menu Board - grab a few pastries from The Mentor Village Bakery case ‘n of course fill up that mug with our freshly ground ‘n brewed Joe!
Tonite's the nite for Gordon Lightfoot! Surely looking forward to it - up close ‘n personal at that. The man has undergone a tough time in recent years - health wise. Glad that he's back on tour!
A link! http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gordon_Lightfoot
By the by - Shane reports that he will probably NOT be "in" today or tomorrow . . .
DAYTIME help with the Posts REQUESTED!
Tuesday - September 30th <all times Central daylite>:
Page 28 - CM3 Shane <coalminer3> at 9:56 AM <10:56 AM EDT>: Inclusive remarks - quarters for Herr Wurlitzer ‘n a ROUND for the Gents!
Thanx for the head's up Email . . .
Page 28 - Pete <pwolfe> at 12:49 PM: Fine fotos of those beasts of Britain! Disappeared into the Ether, not to be heard from again on Tuesday . . . <groan>
Page 28 - Allan <Gunneral> at 8:30 PM <2:30 PM Wednesday NZ DST>: Typically inclusive comments - a ROUND of TUI - ‘n some fine chat!
By the by - that wasn't the World's Fair of Louisiana - it was the St. Louis World's Fair! Understandably confusing to those who aren't "into" our history - Louisiana Purchase was a huge step in fulfilling what was to be known as Manifest Destiny - expanding the new nation from sea to sea . . . but first had to get the "middle" taken care of! Interesting history . .
A link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manifest_Destiny
Fully appreciate the concept, Mate - keep ‘em happy in the home ‘n they'll remain at home! <grin>
Page 28 - Rob <trolleyboy> at 8:56 PM <9:56 PM EDT>: Took the time to provide some fine fotos!
Gotta wonder how effective those windows up on top of the snow plough are during winter's wrath Always enjoy seeing the snow equipment! <grin>
Too bad the Railway Car School program is no longer - great job for my educator wife! I'd be the Conductor, of course!
Get used to it, Mate - there will be huge gaps in daylite Post times as the daytime DEPENDABILITY flame flickers out . . .
Yeah, we need to be told again how other Threads will be LOCKED the way we were at 63 Pages! <barf> Believe that, 'n I have an Arch to sell ya . . . <grin>
Home 'n home hockey 'tween the Leafs 'n Blues. Meaningless, but nice to see the Maple Leafs back in St. Louis . . . Oh how I miss that Norris Division of old. <groan> Just was thinking about a trip 4 of us made to the old Garden in Toronto back in 1996. Flew on the same plane <Air Canda Regional Jet> with the team . . . was a "trip."
Thanx for the time ‘n effort to help keep us going!
Wednesday - October 1st:
Page 28 - Eric <EricX2000> at 12:53 AM <10:53 PM Tuesday Sandbox time>: Let's see - there's THE Brunette - then the Brunette who worked at Hooters - then THOSE Brunettes - ‘n of course ALL Brunettes. Hmmmmm, methinks SOMEONE has a fixation with Brunettes! <uh oh>
TERRIFIC snow fotos - luv ‘em! I want to live there - NOW!
Don't know why I feel so "anti" when it comes to the metric system ‘n the formerly termed "centigrade" - but it just doesn't sit well with me. I'm glad that our country is sticking to what has worked so well for us ‘n not gotten into line with the changes. But, one day SOON it will happen ‘n all of those <censored> revisionists will dance in glee. <barf> <grumble> <mumble> It's an subject ‘n better suited for elsewhere, lest I get myself into more trouble!
The only time my ship was in the North Sea was in mid-summer - as calm as a backyard pool. But as with all large bodies of water - they CHANGE rapidly ‘n can turn tranquility into a white knuckle experience. <yikes>
As always, appreciate your inclusiveness ‘n choice of random shots - that one of the steam loco drivers was at Rendezvous III, for I see Shane ‘n I in the distance . . . <grin>
ROUND appreciated!
Page 28 - Fergie <Fergmiester> at 7:06 AM <9:06 AM ADT>: A most pleasant surprise <again> as our Resident Canadian Maritime Mariner has graced the joint with not only his presence, but conversation AND business!
As mentioned several times - the welcome mat is out for you ‘n Lisa whenever you can find your way south of the 49th! <grin>
Absolutely OUTSTANDING air fares that you came up with. Understand fully regarding TIME <these gals of ours really put the crimp on OUR styles, eh!> - and I seriously doubt that people are riding VIA Rail in bedroom accommodations to save money. Ha! It's for the pleasure of it all - trust me!
If I could be GUARANTEED that there'd ALWAYS be a passenger rail connection to Montreal ‘n beyond - We'd seriously contemplate moving to Halifax! Love those trains - NOT the Renaissance crap - but just the enjoyment of taking an overnight trip aboard a real scheduled train passing through some marvelous countryside <Truro to Sackville is the best of the run in my OH-PIN-YUN> . . .
We'll have to wait for your fotos - but surely you must have something for this Wednesday's OP-SHUN-UL Toy ‘n Model Trains Day! <geesh>
Many thanx for your interest in the happenin's at this Watering Hole by the Wayside!
Reminder: Ruth has the bar until Leon the Night Man comes in at 5 PM ‘til closing.
Good morning Captain Tom and all present!!
Hello Ruth, just a cold Tui, please!
Have a short break so I thought I should just stop by and see how things are going. Looks kind of quiet right now. I'll be back later with an inclusive post.
Penn Station, NYC.
Good afternoon Barkeep and all Present; coffee, please;round for the house and $ for the jukebox. Just a quick stop as I am between tasks today.
Pete was in with a nice collection of photos.
Eric visited with comments. 12 days and counting...Gas is $3.79 here this morning. Also I liked the picture you got at Penn Station - small open space between the station and the tunnels, IIRC.
Rob - More Goderich pictures. The school car has an interesting history. See my comments to Fergie below.
Fergie - On target with your comments re maintenance. One of the first things I look at while visiting a property is their shop. You can tell a whole lot about the rest of the operation by looking around at their shop. I havea similar theory regarding paint schemes as a sign of financial health; Lehigh Valley comes to mind here. IOW, the more paint schemes, the weaker the property. I know, Penn Central was an exception to the rule.
OSP - Enjoy your concert. Also appreciated the summary about the 2-8-2s and more MOT material.
Apologize for the quick post but I gotta get back at it. Same situation applies for tomorrow. I'll try and visit.
work safe
A huge THANX to Eric, our Sandman, for providing a mid-day Post! It turned out to be an "enabler," in the "You Post, I Post" scheme of things at the Tavern by the Tracks! That's precisely the kind of thing to do in order to help keep the material flowing . . .
Received a fone message from Pete - sez he's having all sorts of difficulties trying to get on the Forums. Guess those Gremlins have found out where our Interim Governor General resides ‘n have come up with a going away present. <barf> Anyway, best to Pete if we don't see him before departing for Merry Olde! That large Bathams is for YOU - CHEERS, Mate! <clink>
AND right before Posting this, I caught a submission from Shane - the guy who said he probably wouldn't be "in" today or tomorrow . . . no complaints, though - surely good to see ya! Petrol here is at $3.53 <rounded> . . . . more in my next round of Acknowledgments.
It's Wednesday ‘n time again for our OP-SHUN-UL Toy ‘n Model Trains Day!
Here's some ‘evidence' that there are freight ops taking place on the Can-Am Railway!
Freight on the Can-Am Railway - Part One:
(1) CP freight making a northward journey on the eastern slope of the Can-Am mountain range . . .
(2) Motive power for the CP freight comes in two types: Forward is CP GP9M #1522 - following is CP GP40-2 #4656
(3) How did that 40 footer get in there
(4) CPR caboose bringing up the rear of the northbound freight!
(5) CP freight moving northward on the Can-Am Railway
(6) CN freight making a northward journey on the western slope of the Can-Am mountain range . . .
(7) Motive power for the CN freight comes in two types: Forward is CN GP-38-2 #5543- following is CN GP7 #4563
(8) CN caboose bringing up the rear of the northbound freight!
Just to Keep our beloved proprietor of the Bar by the Trackside happy and while I wait for the glue to dry...
I might as well have a Keith's please and thanks... Yes I'll spring for the next hour or soNo it's not my Birthday but as good as any excuse to have a beer before happy hour!
What Ho! I finished my fonecon with Wolfman Pete only to discover a 2nd visit today from Fergie our Resident Canadian Maritime Mariner!
A first, I believe, with a bonafide submission of splendid model railroading from the M.E.S.S. in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia! A five Salute to our Master Modeler!
So much to take in - so many things to savor! Excellent shots, Skipper Fergie!
Pete sez he MAY be able to log in later on, but if not - wishes all of our <GoR> the best 'n he'll try to at least view the bar from Merry Olde . . . Expects to be back with us on Mon, Nov 3rd or perhaps the next day, fer sure, fer sure!
Now something else from me on this day . . . .
This new series has been created in recognition of the fine representation ‘n support we enjoy from Brits <including ex-pats> at "Our" Place!
Now Arriving on Track #4
Classic British Steam locomotives
Number One - LSWR N15 class
SR N15 30777 "Sir Lamiel" at York <foto: Phil Scott - GNU Free Documentation>
The LSWR N15 class was a British 2-cylinder 4-6-0 express passenger steam locomotive designed by Robert W. Urie. The class has a complex build history spanning several years of construction from 1919 to 1926. The first examples were constructed for the London and South Western Railway (LSWR), where they hauled heavy express trains to the south coast ports and further west to Exeter.Following the Grouping of railway companies in 1923, the LSWR became part of the Southern Railway and its publicity department gave the locomotives names associated with Arthurian legend.[2] The Chief Mechanical Engineer (CME) of the newly-formed company, Richard Maunsell, increased the King Arthur class strength to 74 locomotives. Maunsell incorporated several improvements, notably to the steam circuit.The new locomotives were built in batches at Eastleigh and Glasgow, leading to the nicknames of "Eastleigh Arthurs" and "Scotch Arthurs" in service. Maunsell's successor, Oliver Bulleid, further improved performance by altering exhaust arrangements. The locomotives continued operating with British Railways until the end of 1962. One example, 30777 Sir Lamiel, is preserved as part of the National Collection and can be seen on mainline railtours.
Following the Grouping of railway companies in 1923, the LSWR became part of the Southern Railway and its publicity department gave the locomotives names associated with Arthurian legend.[2] The Chief Mechanical Engineer (CME) of the newly-formed company, Richard Maunsell, increased the King Arthur class strength to 74 locomotives. Maunsell incorporated several improvements, notably to the steam circuit.
The new locomotives were built in batches at Eastleigh and Glasgow, leading to the nicknames of "Eastleigh Arthurs" and "Scotch Arthurs" in service. Maunsell's successor, Oliver Bulleid, further improved performance by altering exhaust arrangements. The locomotives continued operating with British Railways until the end of 1962. One example, 30777 Sir Lamiel, is preserved as part of the National Collection and can be seen on mainline railtours.
<from: Wikipedia.com>
Click the link to view remainder of article!
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LSWR_N15_class
Want more Click the link!
http://www.sidestreetbannerworks.com/locos/loco86.html
Good afternoon Captain Tom and all present!!
Yes, Ruth, I'm back! Tui, please!
Time for another quick stop. Happened to see the picture below so I decided to post it. I'll be back later with comments.
Grand Canyon Railway #29, now just a memory. Too bad.
Well good evening gentlemen all-Just a bookmark whilst I gather myself-Leon-Looks like Keiths & Tuborg are the poisons of choice today,so please do the honours.....good man
Will be ,of neccessity,a brief one tonight-full day today and start new job in the morning (long story...)-special note-TOM-excellent freight shots from Can-Am country-interested to see the power runs `elephant` style.....How did you find switching couplers on the Model Power cars ?? -have tried it on some of mine and to be honest it`s a bit of a b*gger.......P.S-Nice one on the Brit steam
Also -FERGIE-That is some fine equipment you have there sir (as the actress said to the bishop....ahem)-an impressive piece of modelling-looking forward to seeing more.........
Right-off to assemble a suitable Pikes Perspective Piece
back soon
P.P.S:- lets have some Lightfoot on the juke <yeah>
A Pint of Bathams please RUTH.
TOM Great to talk with you today. Many thank for the good wishes for my trip. Puter seems to be working now but very SLOOOOOOOOOW.
Thanks for the kind words. If we had a shop steward Sundays would be paid leave for the bar chandler. Yes I think the bride's digital camera has too many bells and whistles for a simple soul like me.
As you say as The Call of Trains is a new book so I have no problem ordering it when I get back.
Those St Louis Olympics certainly had some strange goings on. It is a shame that those really great Expositions and World Fairs, like the one in St Louis are not held any more. Many thanks for the photos from our visit to the MOT. If I have a big lottery win I will by them another shed to keep those great exhibits out of the weather.
Another thing learnt by me at Our Place, how the 2-8-2s got the name ‘Mikado', I think I have said before but there was only two classes of standard gauge 2-8-2s in Britain the LNER P1 and 2s, although a 2-8-2 wheel arrangement was considered before the 2-10-0 arrangement was selected for the 9Fs.
I see it said the Mikados were ‘America's most popular engine' but the sign from the MOT says the there were more 2-8-0s built than any other wheel arrangement, perhaps it was the engines that ran in Canada that made the difference.
I am sure you will have a great night at the Gordon Lightfoot concert, it sounds that was a very serious illness he suffered and was lucky to survive. As well has a great number of songs he recorded, a lot of good artists have covered his songs a sign of a great songwriter.
Enjoyed the photos of the CP and CN freight trains on the Can-Am looking great passing the fir trees in the snow. Great M.E.S.S. 40 footer. The is a rumor a certain Zeppelin Company and the Second Class Saloon is to sponsor a three car steamed hauled mixed train on the mountain line or so VITO told me.
Many thanks for the Classic British Steam Locomotives on the L&SWR N15 King Arthurs. There are some good black and white photos of the N15s in the link on the first link and that is a great model of No.768 Sir Balin in the other link.
NICK Thanks for the twenty, hope my English bank notes have not got out of date, do they still have the lion on the fivers.
Yes the photo of Waddon seems another Our Place coincidence.
Many thanks for the S&D scenes on your layout. Yes the Caledonian Pug has very similar looks to the NB Y9. I see the Caley engines appeared three years later than the Y9s, which were introduced in 1882. Great busy scene at 82F the must be a story behind the N.E. tender, perhaps ready to be converted to a snowplough. Yes well done indeed Tri-Ang/ Hornby.
I guess the GW ‘Kings' did not work west of Cardiff. I have read that the Cardiff Canton men got some of the best work out of the Kings.
Thanks for the good wishes on my trip and hope you can come to Birmingham.
The QI sounds another good BBC programme.
ERIC I hope it does not get as cold in England as on the Celsius thermometer in your photo on my trip to England. I will have to get used to seeing the temperatures in Celsius now again for the next few weeks
Many thanks for the photos, I guess when I get back from my trip it won't belong we are seeing scenes like that here in Mid-Mo.
It will be a real shame if there is not a change and the great looking #29 is not to be seen running on the GCR again.
Have a very happy full retirement.
ROB Thanks for the information on the winterization hatch. I will see if I can get a mate for the black bag while I am over there.
Many thanks for the great photos from your daytrip. That is a great looking station at Goderich it is great the city used the station for the Parks Commission and looked after it after the passenger trains stopped running there.
Interesting about the preserved school car, I wonder how long those GP 38s have been under repair.
FERGIE Thanks for the kind wishes on my trip. Reading your post reminded me that I think the GM class 66s for British freight operators like Freightliner GBFr, and DRS and the ones for mainland Europe operators are shipped through Halifax.
Funny enough I can't seem to get many people to play darts with me in England ether, so I guess it will have to be the odd game of Crib or Dominoes while over there.
Many thanks for those great photos of those great engines and scenery on your layout.
CM3 November 7th, or thereabouts, will be great for me to get that book. Hoping to get a glance of the book in the UK.
I think Charles Dickens was involved in a bad railway accident in the South East of England, which he never recovered from.
Glad you enjoyed the photos.
ALLAN Yes I too liked the looks of the B1s although Thompson, the designer of them, seems to have not too good a name. No one can deny that the B1s were fine engines, some of the ‘Antelope names that the first 41, Nos 61000- 61041 carried were a bit obscure. I see in amongst the antelope names No. 61036 was named Ralph Assheton. I think the LNER had the best names for engines.
Glad you enjoyed the photos and many thanks for the kind words on my trip..
Just realized how long the post as got, sorry folks but wanted to post before my trip early tomorrow. Here is something I had prepared earlier; yes, it's the next 10 Western Names
1041 WESTERN PRINCE
1042 WESTERN PRINCESS
1043 WESTERN DUKE
1044 WESTERN DUCHESS
1045 WESTERN VISCOUNT
1046 WESTERN MARQUIS
1047 WESTERN LORD
1048 WESTERN LADY
1049 WESTERN MONARCH
1050 WESTERN RULER
Only 23 to go.
Well I will try to load a couple of photos if not, may I thank you all for the good wishes on my trip and hope to call in the bar from the old land. So a round for all please LEON.
Pete.
Right then my lovelies-it`s tour of the line time-please be advised that most of this seasons work has been aimed at just getting it all working-the fine detail will come later-in other words,yes I know it all looks like outakes from the latest book relay but I am labouring under the twin handicaps of only 24 hours in a day and only 2 limbs with opposable digits......have attempted to dot enough buildings and stuff around to give a general flavour of what is to be.........
Leon-this might take a while so please be liberal with the refreshments (my pick up,natch..)-beer as required,a bottle of the EXTRA special rum (the 151% proof ) ,the bottle of Cognac from my locker and a bottle of The 37 year old single malt from under LAR`s bed-oh-also a couple of Mentor Medley deep-pan pizzas with all the toppings.................
img{}/img
We start at the extreme south of the line-Hamworthy Quay on the Dorset coast-In the foreground is the daily freight to Gloucester and beyond
A repeat from the other night-The Hymek diesel will take the freight up as far as Bath ready for a hand-over
Meanwhile-the game`s afoot Watson !-The inaugural `Up` Pines Express glides into Poole at approx 10.10am with a Bulleid pacific and 6 on-a poor representation of the real thing but you does what ya can.... foreground coaches will form a local to follow and the vertical seperation is enough that you don`t notice the Bath west yard and carriage siding above.......
Hitting the bank-this should have a HUGE plume of steam and smoke hanging over it-suspension of disbelief time-In fact although this is the steepest grade on the line,it has a 24" curve leading into it so one can put the loco `in the collar`and gain enough momentum to avoid slipping....
And here is where it all goes pear-shaped -stopped at signals at Midsomer Norton.....The single line is occupied by a late running down freight
And here she is-just leaving Bath East yard
And here they are crossing-This is the hardest re-start for the up train-the grade eases but we have a long 90*right/90* left/90*right drag to bring us onto the top deck---a gentle hand on the regulator is needed................
Neatly done sir!-easing across the junction into Kelston Halt
And past the inner home,regulator closed and glide in-gasworks siding with coke wagons at rear,new carriage siding next to train
And just a touch of the brake please Mr fireman......thank you -So there we are-there is life in the old girl yet-although I did wonder the first time I went to look after about 2 1/2 years of not a wheel turning.........
Incidentally,the Duchess will take the train off to Manchester,the 45xx tank will take the 3 coaches and a horse box local down to Bournemouth,the Bulleid will go off to shed and then take the Cardiff-Bournemouth express back down
Which is currently sitting on the carriage siding-note also,the new long radius turnouts-ironically,they have cost me a coach length-used to be able to fit 6 into the platforms-with the long turnouts can only manage 5 1/2
The parcels ,milk & express on the short carriage siding will go back down with the Hymek--
Ladies & gents-welcome to the plywood pacific-please keep your eyes peeled for the demon sleeper/tie thief-he is found at rail joints everywhere..............
O.K guys-thank you for bearing with me--I fully appreciate that I have totally ignored at least 2 house rules-interaction and the rule of 6-Am just a bit full of it `cos its all working,as am I in the morning-would love to catch up with all that has gone before,but am required to be bright eyed and bushy tailed rather than pink eyed and bison breath`ed-will try and double-post whilst PETE is away-just to keep the old flag flying-O.K:-one last round of drinks and a rousing chorus of `Jerusalem` (its a Brit thing) and I will bid you all a splendid goodnight.......
PETE-didnt realise you were still with us -Am gonna be working on that day so won`t be able to make it -phone is 01437-891711-would love a meet and a pint-H/W-Swansea-whatever works......N.B-don`t think Kings ever worked past Bristol (double red) but on my layout-rule #1 applies at all times -you are thinking `Britannias`-took over from the castles on the Red Dragon and the like from Canton shed............
Have a safe journey mate -look forward to hearing from you....
Rob. Another fine set of pix from your Goderich trip, hope you have a good day at the RCAF museum at Trenton, Ont.
Eric. Am looking forward to all of those goodies when the IKEA store does open. Some snowy pix, (must be for Tom?), interesting shots of that steam loco`s driving wheels, the Penn station and GC Rly #290.
CM3. Good to see you in on a quick visit.
Fergie. Hope the North Sea is`nt too bumpy for your trip there. Some fine shots of your MESS RR, the steam locos` look superb.
Nick. A very nice photo tour of your line mate, it looks really great after all the hard work you`ve put into it, Leon, a double shot of the real hard stuff for the proud owner/operator of the line please!
Pete. Thompson`s B1 locos` made up for the vindictive changes he made on Gresley`s loco`s, especially the Great Northern No 4470, he completely ruined the looks of the running gear and cylinders! Thanks for the 10 more Western Class names. Hope you had a good flight over!
Tom. Hope you enjoyed the Gordon Lightfoot concert. Thanks for clearing up that Worlds Fair on the Louisiana Purchase with that Manifest Destiny link. A wonderful set of pix of the frieght trains on your Can Am RR and a very nice Classic British Steam Locomotives #1 on the LSWR N115 Class which fitted in really well with Pete`s photo of Sir Lamiel the other day.
Good evening Captain Tom and Gentlemen!!
Hello Leon, a #5 with fries, please! Coffee, it's another day at the office tomorrow.
Time for a last visit at the Tavern by the Siding for today. Pete is leaving tomorrow morning so we won't see him for some time.
Fergie – Yes, the North Sea is shallow, that was something we learned in school. I don’t remember why, but we did. The storm we went through was in September so there was no freezing spray. Thanks for the photos of the MESS! Very nice! Happy Birthday to you too, real or not!Tom – Time for the Oktoberfest!?! Lots of sauerkraut, I’m afraid. Not my kind of food. I am sure your evening with Gordon Lightfoot was a good one. Good songs and a good singer! All those brunettes (including the brunette) are probably something for the next Rendezvous. Fixation with brunettes? Of course not. Well, maybe a little bit, but not much. The metric system is here. 95% of all the stuff we manufacture at work is in metric. But I’ll drop the subject now! Don’t worry, be happy!!I never noticed that Shane and you are in that picture of the drivers! I would have prefered to have the brunette in it instead. A bunch of very nice photos from the Can-Am Railway! With snow! Always interesting to study those photos, despite the snow!Thanks for the info on the british LSWR N15 class, with a picture of the same locomotive Pete showed us the other day. CM3 – Last night they showed the first gas station here in the Valley who sold gas for $2.99 (and 9/10). Not a promotion. Nick – Good luck with your new job!!Thanks for the trip report! That grade looks interesting! It is very steep, how many coaches is the locmotive hauling? Pete – Trouble with the computer is no fun. I don’t think you will encounter any freezing temperatures in England this month! And if you are lucky (?) you will not get any snow in Jefferson City this winter! Have a safe and nice trip to the old country! When you get back I’ll be 100% retired!!! 11 more days to work!Allan – I feel sorry for you that you have to wait for two years for the good stuff! You are right, the snowy pictures are for Tom, to keep him and Juneau happy!Do you have any signs of spring yet?
A few random pictures.
Westbound through the Cascades.
Waiting for the snow!
Snowy track.
Swedish State Railways, Class R, 0-10-0.
It was a grand time at the Fox Theatre last evening as Gordon Lightfoot ‘n his 4 piece band entertained the packed house with his return <after a 14 year hiatus> to the area. What's to say It was vintage Lightfoot with tunes ‘n lyrics that only he can claim - but they were all OURS last nite! The man ‘n his music far transcended the ravages of time, which not a one of us can escape.
His lead guitarist - bass guitarist - keyboard man ‘n drummer were "spot on" ‘n one did not have to see ‘em to KNOW that the music was JUST LIKE the recordings! We did see ‘em though - close enough to count the frets. <grin>
Link to the Fox Theatre!
http://www.fabulousfox.com/photo_gallery.aspx
Must've been Canada Nite in St. Louis, as the Toronto Maple Leafs were in town to receive their NHL spanking in an exhibition game against the Blues. <grin> Yes, a grand nite for many in this old town . . .
All's ready for breakfast - so let's get a move on!
Wednesday - October 1st <all times Central daylite>:
Page 28 - Eric <EricX2000> at 11:23 AM <9:23 AM Sandbox time>: MOST pleased to see ya during the AM daylite! Thought it was going to be one of those loooooooong days <daze>. <phew> Nice SAVE!
That guy in your foto might have been a tad NERVOUS "back in the day" as that section of track was a hulluvalot busier than in these times. Interesting foto!
Visit ‘n ROUND always appreciated!
Page 28 - CM3 Shane <coalminer3> at 11:47 AM <12:47 PM EDT>: Just when we thought it was safe to go back in . . . .there's our Resident WVA Connection, emerging from that hole in the ground! <grin> Good to see ya ‘n appreciate your taking the time to swing by!
Expanding a bit on your comments regarding what one can tell by "looking around," I feel the same way about the condition of the interior of one's car. Messy ‘n in upheaval, is revealing about other aspects of one's life. Same for a home too . . . Sailors, for the most part, learn early to stow that which may become "missile hazards" aboard ship. Should carry over to shore side as well, but in some cases never does . . .
To be sure we're planning to enjoy the live tunes from Mr. Lightfoot - a first for us ‘n something we've hoped would happen. Good things come to those who wait, eh
The ROUND ‘n quarters are most appreciated too!
Page 28 - Fergie <Fergmiester> at 1:15 PM <3:15 PM ADT>: A finer fourseome of model railroading would be hard to find! Well done, Skipper Fergie ‘n many thanx for the insights of the M.E.S.S. railway in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia! Even a glimpse of a passenger train - something heretofore unseen by my aging eyes! ENCORE! MORE!
And the man even sprung for some libations for the crew! Whataguy, eh
Many thanx for that extra-effort for our Wednesday Toy ‘n Model Trains Day!
Page 28 - Eric <EricX2000> at 4:12 PM <2:12 PM Sandbox time>: That's the way to do it, Mate! Keep the place "up" by dropping off a quickie now ‘n then. Many thanx!
Click this YouTube link for the Grand Canyon Railway's #29 ‘n train!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJaB8gezxWQ
Many thanx for the foto ‘n ROUND!
Page 28 - Nick <nickinwestwales> at 5:05 PM <11:05 PM GMT>: In with a quickie to keep things "alive" - CHEERS, Mate! <clink>
Yeah, those Model Power coupler conversions were a challenge, but I had MORE difficulty with the Athearn & Walther's locomotives in trying to get the heights matched up.
Page 28 - Pete <pwolfe> at 5:11 PM: Surprise Post from our Bar Chandler! Pleased to see that you were able to get your ‘puter back on-line! Fine inclusive Post along with all kinds of info!
You certainly have an "eye" for the detail - a talent fer sure, fer sure. Can't slip anything past the Wolfman!
My guess is that those World's Fairs ‘n Expositions simply got far too expensive for the respective areas to host. Canada's 1967 version in Montréal was one of the most successful in terms of attendance ‘n participating nations. It too ran a deficit, but purportedly not as great as predicted. Some costs for infrastructure lingered on for decades in terms of retiring the debt . . . Today, there are many interesting vestiges of Expo to be seen ‘n enjoyed throughout the area.
Yes, Gordon Lightfoot lived to perform another day . . . ‘n for that so many are glad. His music will far outlive the rest of us - thanx to the technology of the day.
I'll have to keep an ear to the ground regarding that rumor of a steam excursion on the Mountain Run . . . hmmmmmmm.
And you just HAD TO "treat" us to MORE names ‘n numbers, eh <grin> Just want us to remember what the "data dump" days <daze> were like! <barf> Only kidding - this batch is a remembrance of the royalty aspect in the UK. Covered the bases well!
Enjoyed our hour long chat ‘n wish you a safe ‘n enjoyable trip to ‘n from ‘n "in" Merry Olde! See ya at the bar in November <if not sooner!>
Thanx for the visit, chat ‘n ROUND!
Pages 28'n 29 - Nick <nickinwestwales> at 6:52 PM ‘n 7:03 PM <12:52 AM ‘n 1:03 AM Thursday GMT>: Whole hulluvalot of effort put into that Post, Mate! Only wish we had the clientele to fully do justice to your work. Surely enjoyed the views ‘n appreciate all you do in order to perpetuate our Toy ‘n Model Trains Day! We had a better-er one with Fergie chiming in with his fine spate o' Pix! Yeah, was a good day for it . . .
Whilst you've acknowledged the deliberate sidestepping of our "rules," neither are worth a <tweeting> given the spirit of your offering ‘n motivation in helping to keep things on a roll ‘round this Bar by the Ballast!
Any help during daylite ‘round here will go a long way in keeping us afloat. But given the time difference, I wouldn't spend too much time being concerned about it. Do what you can, when you can ‘n all will work out!
Thought about you at the concert last nite ‘n imagined that you'd be seeing ‘n hearing far different views ‘n sounds than I. It was a grand time, fer sure, fer sure. What a talented man ‘n group.
Oh yes, I'll try to get your fone number relayed to Pete who will most probably not catch your Post on-line . . . he's due at Lambert Field in St. Louis at 7 AM today <Thursday> ‘n doubt that he checked back at the bar once he finished his Post . . . Anyway, I've left it <and your message> with his wife by fone ‘n also put a message on Pete's cell fone. Hope you are able to connect in the UK.
Page 29 - Allan <Gunneral> at 7:52 PM <1:52 PM Thursday NZ DST>: Most welcome visit from our Resident Downunder Boom-boom Kiwi at the bar!
Always spot on with the commentary ‘n support for this Saloon by the Siding!
Concert was <top drawer> as it capped off many decades of "wishing" that I'd have the chance to see ‘n hear a live performance of his. A legend ‘n someone who is definitely a one-of-a-kind. The other Canadian singer who ranks up there in my most-high esteem is MY GAL - Anne Murray. Don't ANYONE mess with her - she's mine, mine, mine! <grin>
Surely hope we never run out of interesting things to keep our crew coming back. There are all levels of participation ‘round here, ‘n each type is MUCH appreciated - as are the ROUNDS! <grin>
Thursday - October 2nd:
Page 29 - Eric <EricX2000> at 12:03 AM <10:03 PM Wednesday Sandbox time>: And in with his 3rd of the day - a rare TRIECTA for our Resident Desert Swede who we call the Sandman! ALMOST fully RETIRED, eh
Sorry to have to tell you this, but Brunettes at the next Rendezvous may be hard to find. You see, coming out of coal country ‘n those mines - the hair is Black! <grin>
Oh, not to be confused. I KNOW the Metric system is here - in fact, it's the OH-FISH-UL policy of the U.S. Government to adopt ‘n adapt to it. But many Americans are reluctant - so that's why we continue seeing gallons as opposed to litres at the gas stations, etc. When it comes to foreign trade ‘n so forth, there is no choice. I understand it - but don't like the way it came about. Two different matters, entirely. RIP. <grin>
Just a point of clarification: Fergie's B'day is Jan 13th . . . however, despite numerous requests here ‘n by Email, the man just hasn't come across with the YEAR of birth. Ergo, he's NOT on our B'day Watch List. <oh well> Wonder who will "jump" on your greetings, thinking he just had a B'day
Nice spate of random fotos - luv that HUGE snow MoSheen! Some details, puleeze!
Most sincere thanx for helping to keep things movin' forward at our Watering Hole by the Wayside. As I've been harping on for years - it isn't QUANTITY so much as QUALITY - ‘n everything you contribute definitely includes the latter! ROUND appreciated too . . .
TODAY is Fish ‘n Chips Nite!
Good afternoon Captain Tom and Gentlemen!!
Ruth, you look gorgeous, as always! Yes, a double cheeseburger would be great, please. The usual.
Kind of quiet here today. But I guess we all are busy one way or the other. I thought I should drop a phot or two while I am here.
What locomotive is this?
Tom, you asked about more details regarding the photo from last night.
You know this one, parked not far from your place!
I'll be back later.
Rescued by Eric our Sandman! I'll have to give that mystery foto of your a bit of scrutiny . . . thanx for thinking of us!
Pete's flight to the UK leaves Chicago in about 3 hours . . .
Thanx for the ROUND! <clink>
Another installment o' pix from the exploits of The Proprietor ‘n Bar Chandler, started a few weeks ago . . .
(1) C&O 2-8-4 Kanawa/Berkshire #2727 at StL MoT <Kirkwood>
(4) Duluth, Missabe & Iron Range 2-10-2 Santa Fe #502 at StL MoT <Kirkwood>
(7) U.R.T.X. 37467/Milwaukee Road refrigerator car <blt by GATC c. 1948-54> at StL MoT <Kirkwood>
(8) String of freight cars at StL MoT <Kirkwood>
Good Afternoon Captain Tom and Crew
I'll have a Western with extra mayo with a side order of fries with a Keith's on tap please.
It's a windy and wet one here today unfortunately "plans of mice and men" has prevailed so it's been bust on the MESS. Rain was a perfect outto get work done however due to lack of Turnouts (unlike voting day) available at the LHS and the brakes going on the van and the need of a haircut... The day is just about done... along with the meatloaf I've so busily prepared!
Tom: many thanks for the offerings of British Steam. Some day I will be able to scan my stuff and make it available hopefully before we lose anyone to old age. I've been promising to do something about my pics these last several years. Someday!
Pete: You know it's bad when one has an "International" repuatation! Shame on you! Maybe we should all invest in lessons for you, maybe a Christmas present...
Nick: Thank You for the Pics! Always an inspiration when they are shared. Unfortunately I will have to take more and get my reserves up. BTW I appreciate a "Regular Rule Breake" as it takes the heat off of me and keeps me in Tom's good book.
Shane: This thing with Tom's Ladies... This could get interesting I may stick around to see this this Could be the next Grudge Match!!
Eric: Excellent pic of the GC Consolidation. Hate to lose another one to the time bandits but this unfortunately is life.
Shane: Tom is so right with regards to proper stowage! After 27 years of being bounced I am still constantly badgering, even the old hands to "Tie her down twice" Unfortunately even I get caught from time to time... rarely,very rarely though! I must say though the home front is a bit different as the kiddies have worn me down and I have relented to some degree. I refuse to become a "wet Nurse"!
ANyway Gents thank you for the chat!
Later
G'day All!
The Fegmiester, acting almost like a REGULAR ‘round here, visited this day which in turn has sprung me loose with this from our sub-basement archives! For it's the "You Post, I Post" idea that either makes or breaks the daylite segment of our Tavern by the Tracks . . .
Always a pleasure having our Resident Canadian Maritime Mariner on board . . . but watch it! There's ALWAYS a <tweeting> waitin' for ya! <uh oh>
More in my next round of Acknowledgments . . .
I see Shane logged on!
PASSENGER TRAIN NOSTALGIA #23
<Initially Posted on 10 Nov 2005, Page 159 at "Our" Place I>
http://cs.trains.com/trccs/forums/159/991587/ShowPost.aspx#991587
Here's something to enjoy regarding the Santa Fe (AT&SF) from a 1950 advertisement in my personal collection.
You arrive and depart Down-Town on the Santa Fe
- not out in the country
When you're gong somewhere, you want to be there when you arrive.
Go Santa Fe. You leave on your trip when you plan to leave.
You arrive relaxed, refreshed, at a convenient station right downtown, close to your hotel or office.
Travel Santa Fe and you choose accommodations to suit yourself. You get privacy as you like it. You have room to roam around when you want it. You enjoy wonderful Fred Harvey meals.
You be the judge. Go Santa Fe all the way!
Ride great trains through a great country!
Santa Fe
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Fergie stopped by with a fine collection of layout pictures. UP engine is on tour, I assume. If I had one B&O book to get it would be Staufer's B&O Power - I don't even know if its in print but is a great collection of pictures and information.
Eric - 11 and counting...Nice Grand Canyon picture. Sorry I got in your photo- there's some things even Photo Shop can't handle (lol).
Nick - "Game's afoot" picture is a nice looking train. Also liked your last one of the passenger cars and the new trackwork.
Allan was by with comments.
OSP - Glad you enjoyed your concert. Appreciated seeing the revenue cars roll on the CanAm. Have you seen the new Walthers catalog? They are selling stainless clad Superliners. Also, their new train set is 20th Century Limited with lightning strip E units. Also enjoyed the MOT shots. Your ATSF post hit just as I was getting ready to send mine. There is a new book on PRR diners similar to the ATSF item you showed.
Gotta get out of here as I am being summoned again (no Awk, not summonsed). See y'all tomorrow.
Evening all-just a bookmark whilst I get myself on-side,-Leon,brimming tankards of the finest foaming ale if you please--Been an interesting day on a number of levels-Am now a fully fledged book-packer,have recently discovered that an aquaintance of ours named Alan now wishes to be known as Alison (and is saving up to go to California to make the decision permanent)-well if the dress fits-wear it says I..........also,it seems that betweem 1843 & 1893 our house was the village pub-the three horseshoes-explains a lot I suspect..........
Right-back directly
Login, or register today to interact in our online community, comment on articles, receive our newsletter, manage your account online and more!
Get the Classic Trains twice-monthly newsletter