QUOTE: Theodorebear Posted: 06 Aug 2005, 07:04:22 Mornin' group, hope everyone is "keeping their cool," no matter what crisis may arise...real or imagined. Yesterday was nothing to "write home about." Seems a few medical issues at my appt. at V.A. have arisen more "real" than "imagined." This new twist in my daily routine will have a negative impact on my attendance at "Our" Place. If that weren't enough, I'm being pressured (big time) to reconnect with my Family members who are scattered from coast-to-coast, border-to-border. Finally, my dear friends from Stockholm will be arriving for an extended visit as my house guests. This entails many "run-outs" to sundry attractions around the "Sunshine State." "Beggars when mounted, ride their steeds to death." Any road, I will apologize in advance for my absence and, of course, forward my best wishes for the continued success of this worthy Fraternity. Oh, why not combine the Anniversary on the 12th with my Birthday Bash for a real "humdinger of a blast?" Stay well and "happy rails" to one and all, Ted
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 06 Aug 2005, 08:30:33 G'mornin' Ted Mixed emotions this day and I certainly hope that your health situation will get resolved in favorable and speedy fashion. As always, we'll miss you 'round here - especially your upbeat and always positive attitude regarding "Our" Place what it is, what it should be, and always how to keep it flourishing. Unless you say differently, your Birthday Bash is on for 8 PM (Eastern Time) on Aug 16th ....... Given that only two of our number have responded to three separate appeals for input regarding our 4th Month Anniversary of existence - we'll simply just mark the day of Aug 12th with those 4 toasts you suggested, and let it go at that. I guess I'm just growing weary of pushing these kinds of things .... I'm in a funk over some issues too and will be soon heading back to The Rat's Patoot Room. Email on the way! See ya, Tom
QUOTE: Theodorebear Posted: 06 Aug 2005, 11:44:49 Hi Tom, thanks for the kind thoughts. Yes okay, that's a big "Roger" on the 16th, 8:00 pm (Eastern Time) for the "wetting down" of my 67th "Foagy" stripe. I'll make it a point to be there "with bells on." I may look ridiculous but "tradition" and all that, don't you know? I'm going to make an effort to work in rail movements wherever possible on some of the travel coming up fairly soon. Obligations and pleasure rarely mix, but maybe I'll have the luck *** has enjoyed during his trips. 'Course, I'll be "doing" AmTrak, not British rail: huge difference! Okay Boris, I see Nick has "squared you away" in your new apron. Funny isn't it? I didn't think it was possible for Boris to get any more "square" than before. See ya's on the 12th (hopefully), although I'll admit Champagne isn't really "my cup of tea." Ooooh! Regards, Ted
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 06 Aug 2005, 12:09:40 G'day Ted Looks like just the two of us 'round here this PM ..... Well, it IS summer and there are so many other worthwhile things to do rather than spending time at the keyboard and screen - at least I HOPE so! I'll be in Dallas with *** on your [blue]Natal Day[/bluke], however, I expect that sometime that evening I'll be onlline from the hotel. Bought a new gizmo that will enable me to use their hi-speed internet with my laptop. I wonder if it will dispense Jack Daniels, scrub my back, take a few pictures, and arrange for room service all while connecting to cyber space Rob had suggested a 9 PM (Central time) for the Aug 12th Fourth Anniversary log in (or on ...). Anyway, that may be somewhat difficult not only for me, but some others - that's 10 PM for you Eastern zone guys .... So, rather than that - I'm just going to go with your suggestion - FOUR toasts to "Our' Place. They can be repeated throughout the day if one wishes ...... Oh In lieu of Champagne - there will be frosty steins of draught for the beer drinkers, and Crown Royal and JD for the remainder. How's that [?] See ya later - sooner than later, of course! Tom
QUOTE: West Coast S Posted: 06 Aug 2005, 14:03:52 Afternoon Tom and the gang...Cold and frosty if you please. Have a lot on my mind of late. Appreciate the input as to my scale delima, by a overwhelming margin the consensus is to remain in S, so I will, with a smattering of HO for instant gratification. On the job front, I'm considering a offer of transfer out of my current field, better pay, increased grade, better hours and a chance at my own command in a year. Decisions, decisions. Lets talk classic trains...seems that the state of California operated prison railroads before the turn of the century. I acquired a document written by the prison warden on the behalf of the San Quentin Prison railroad, dated Oct, 11, 1897 to the SP mechanical office in Oakland. In the letter the state is requesting that SP install tender tank locks to prevent a source of possible means of escape. Seems two cretins tried this, unaware that at some point the tender would be refilled, the cretins were discovered by the fireman after the tank lid had been closed upon refilling, the fireman promptly notified the guards who then removed said cretins more dead then alive. Dave
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 06 Aug 2005, 15:41:12 G'day West Coast S Dave A customer! Boris Ring the bell! That's cause for a drink ...... Hey! Just because you weakened and purchased some HO stuff, surely doesn't justify the abandonment of S gauge! Good Gawd Gertie - hold the line, man - hold the line! (For those of you who haven't the foggiest what this is all about - you'll have to check out Dave's comments on the Model Railroad forum. I purchased some S-gauge stuff, but I'm clearly an HO railroader and that's where my interests are and will remain. S-gauge to me is something that I've always wanted - always admired. Now it's here and has a place - it's what I play with when not chasing the bride around the house! So, Dave I'm gathering you are a civilian employee of the U.S. Government currently working in a military environment as an investigator. How close is that [?} Drop me an Email and we'll talk .... we have more in common than trains, m'boy - much more! Great story regarding the escapees ..... fire up the boiler, , throw 'em in too ..... No tickets - no free rides! Don't be a stranger - seems like our regulars have departed for other places ... hopefully having some fun off-net! See ya! Tom
QUOTE: West Coast S Posted: 06 Aug 2005, 17:13:43 Tom...Your perception is correct, employed by the DOD and assigned to the USAF as a Special Investigator. I admit a momentary lapse in fustration in regards with S scale, i'm doing better today, thank you. I recently acquired some hand tinted prints of SP power, one in particular stands out, a 1100 class 0-6-0 with special paint. Green boiler, copper painted domes, raised nickel silver trim and lettering with black and red pinstripes. Sharp indeed There is a S scale kit that, with the addition of a new cab would be dead ringer. Since SP commissioned these they are, in all liklihood accurate portrayals in those pre -color film days. I've been doing some research into SP special paint, it was more common then history has recorded and was, in particular quite popular with the fine craftsman at the Sacramento and Bayshore Shops. Examples with apple green, blue/green,Tourquois blue, Winchester Grey and Royal Blue jackets include select shop switchers, 0-6-0s, 4-4-0s, 2-8-0s, 4-6-2s, 4-8-0s, 2-8-2s, 2-10-2s & 4-8-2s. Too bad we didn't have color film in those days. The application of Special paint peaked around 1924 and all, but a few examples survived past the mid 30s. The more notable survivors include the Mission Bay switcher which retained the Royal Blue jacket until retired in 1952, the 3Rd and Townsand and Oakland Mole switcher, both retained apple green with Daylight Orange trim until the end of steam operations. I noticed it too Tom, where is everybody?..I do believe I saw Boris crying for joy when I walked in this afternoon. I'm still removing the fur from my clothing and my shot of Johnny Walker Black after that bear hug he gave. I'll try not to be a stranger. Dave
QUOTE: siberianmo Posted: 06 Aug 2005, 17:53:23 G'day West Coast S Dave A furry hug from Boris sets up all kinds of images! Comrade in creds - I'm a graduate of the old "T" School Criminal Investigator's School at 14th & K in WashDC, circa 1975. That was the forerunner of today's complex down at Glynco, GA. Carried creds on active duty until retirement in 1988..... Again, perhaps we can compare some notes by Email one of these days (daze)! Sometimes 'round here I begin to wonder whether all of this is worth the time and effort - especially when the Phantoms are logged in ..... Then, a ray of hope - a post from a regular and all's right with the world again. Man oh man, do I ever have to get a life!. Actually, I have a great one ... perhaps spending much too much time of it on these forums ........ [?] Enjoy the weekend ........ Tom
QUOTE: nickinwestwales Posted: 06 Aug 2005, 21:58:22 Well good evening gentlemen,-Tom, would you be so good as to round up a bunch of drinks for the stools, a little something for the ladies, a small shandy for Boris, mineral water with ice & a slice of lime for Leon and of course a glass of Mr Alexanders finest for yourself...............Well, since I have nothing to offer on the classic train front how about an update from your foreign correspondent..?....well, life continues apace here, our village cricket team (--now, cricket-a game that lasts five whole days and can still end up as a draw..............) lost to the next village--sackcloth & ashes are still being worn. I`m just back from playing in the local rugby club ( where I normally tend bar )- the band was so well received I can only assume the customers had started early and maintained the pace all day. Idea for next social occasion---each choose a selection of tunes,send them about, by whatever method, count down to zero & we can all go to the same party in different places at the same time......regards to all,nick
QUOTE: Gunns Posted: 07 Aug 2005, 00:44:30 Hi All, Tom, An ABC is an Asbach and coke.... Just hook us up to the tanker out side.. <G> was work day to day had 5 new faces at the safety class <mandatory to work on the Locomotive> got the bell cleaned and painted in side, and generally made messes<G> later Gunns
QUOTE: Gunns Posted: 07 Aug 2005, 04:57:37 Hi Tom, Nouther ABC <G> Barndad, is it the IRM that is coming to Albuquerque If so ya'll might want to visit our restoration site... It is about 5 hrs by bus to Durango, less to Chama both are worth the time... Gunns
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