"OUR" PLACE - SEE NEW THREAD!

[siberianmo]

Hey Everyone!

The Labor Day Picnic is in full swing .... check out the music comin' from the Tunes Tent ....... Here's one of my all time favorites from Gordon Lightfoot:

QUOTE: Canadian Railroad Trilogy

There was a time in this fair land when the railroad did not run
When the wild majestic mountains stood alone against the sun
Long before the white man and long before the wheel
When the green dark forest was too silent to be real

But time has no beginnings and hist'ry has no bounds
As to this verdant country they came from all around
They sailed upon her waterways and they walked the forests tall
Built the mines the mills and the factories for the good of us all

And when the young man's fancy was turnin' in the spring
The railroad men grew restless for to hear the hammers ring
Their minds were overflowing with the visions of their day
And many a fortune won and lost and many a debt to pay

For they looked in the future and what did they see
They saw an iron road runnin' from sea to the sea
Bringin' the goods to a young growin' land
All up through the seaports and into their hands

Look away said they across this mighty land
From the eastern shore to the western strand
Bring in the workers and bring up the rails
We gotta lay down the tracks and tear up the trails
Open 'er heart let the life blood flow
Gotta get on our way 'cause we're movin' too slow

Bring in the workers and bring up the rails
We're gonna lay down the tracks and tear up the trails
Open 'er heart let the life blood flow
Gotta get on our way 'cause we're movin' too slow
Get on our way 'cause we're movin' too slow

Behind the blue Rockies the sun is declinin'
The stars, they come stealin' at the close of the day
Across the wide prairie our loved ones lie sleeping
Beyond the dark oceans in a place far away

We are the navvies who work upon the railway
Swingin' our hammers in the bright blazin' sun
Livin' on stew and drinkin' bad whiskey
Bendin' our old backs 'til the long days are done

We are the navvies who work upon the railway
Swingin' our hammers in the bright blazin' sun
Layin' down track and buildin' the bridges
Bendin' our old backs 'til the railroad is done

So over the mountains and over the plains
Into the muskeg and into the rain
Up the St. Lawrence all the way to Gaspe
Swingin' our hammers and drawin' our pay
Drivin' 'em in and tyin' 'em down
Away to the bunkhouse and into the town
A dollar a day and a place for my head
A drink to the livin' and a toast to the dead

Oh the song of the future has been sung
All the battles have been won
O'er the mountain tops we stand
All the world at our command
We have opened up the soil
With our teardrops and our toil

For there was a time in this fair land when the railroad did not run
When the wild majestic mountains stood alone against the sun
Long before the white man and long before the wheel
When the green dark forest was too silent to be real
When the green dark forest was too silent to be real
And many are the dead men too silent to be real

Check out those lyrics again! Now that sez it all for Labor Day, eh [?]

Have fun one 'n all! [tup][tup][tup]

Tom[4:-)][oX)]

[siberianmo]

Mornin' passengerfan Al

That's quite a revelation about the Doodlebugs ..... so, McKeen must have either granted licenses for independent manufacture of them, or never patented it in the first place. Very intersesting ....... Now, where in the world did the term "Doodlebug" come from [?] [swg]

Barbequed in-laws [?] Well, I suppose ........ [;)]

Appreciate your stopping by and we'll see ya out back later on ....... [tup]

Tom][4:-)][oX)]

[passengerfan]

Good Morning Tom It's early so will start with coffee and a diet pastry from the Mentor Bakery.
Ted asked if I was bringing the inlaws only if they are being BBQued.
I did a little more research on the Doodlebugs and found that in the US alone their were 53 class ones that operated doodlebugs and that does not include RDC's.
I also discovered their were several roads that built their own in Company Shops and their were 68 commercial manufacturers that I was able to find. Some of them built a single example and I suspect it was their prototype and they were lucky enough to sell it to a railroad that needed a branchline unit. I did not include Canadian units as I don't have enough information to draw on. The Doodlebugs operated in every area of the United States and its my guess they operated in at least 48 states. and one territory (Alaska) Only Hawaii makes no mention of doodlebugs.
Will close for now must get ready for the festivities at "Our Place" later.

[siberianmo]

G'day Nick

Thought I saw you lurking in the shadows of early mornin' ........ not used to these daylight Posts from Wales! [tup]

Appreciate your taking the time to stop in and ensure all is going well. The kitchen crew is rarin' to go and they'll all be outside from Noon on ..... Oh, I'll keep the bar up 'n runnin' and the pool tables, TV's and Rat's Patoot Room will all be available - but I expect the majority of our customers will be basking in the daylight and enjoying this break from summer's oppressive heat.

Can-Am and CP have arranged for our private reefer and box car to sit on one of main lines out back ..... that's where your extra provisions will be. [tup] Fortuantely, we have a double track main, so regular rail traffic will be routed 'round 'em. No room for a private siding .........

Be lookin' for ya later .......

Tom[4:-)][oX)]

[nickinwestwales]

Howdy Doody party people`s--Just a flying visit to check the arrangements are all in place-[4:-)]TOM & manager TED doing a magnificent job,as ever. Since official K.O clashes with small demons bedtime I wont be back `til about 4pm Can-Am time. Good to see the "machine" finally running up to speed,I salute `em all ! later[C=:-)]

[siberianmo]

Good Morning All!

Ted appreciate your attention to the matters at hand so early in the AM .....

A fine holiday mornin' indeed! [tup] I see the workers are ahead of schedule out in the picnic area (just to the right of "Our" Place). When I opened up this AM, there was a bear standing right inside the door - scared the willikers outta me. Turned out to be Boris gettin' ready for the day's festitivites. What a costume - looks like he's ready to devour anything and anyone in sight. That was indeed once a real bear - he caught it over by Can-Am Gorge one Sunday - chased it down, and - well, had him for lunch, so to speak. [:O] I had him change over to a more kid's oriented bear costume - something a bit less realistic. Yogi the Bear is much more like it .... looks fine, Boris! Geesh!

That hook 'n ladder equipment from The Mentor Village Fire Sqaud will remain on site - especially since we've already had one episode with Boris shooting straight up and through the trampoline tent into the old Elm tree. Leon, you'll just have to keep a better eye on him ........ We'll have everything ready to roll just a bit before NOON! [tup][swg]

Changing subjects: My feelings are that the good old American-way will prevail, in spite of it all. What has happened here is that apparently an overwhelming number of us have bought into the notion that government is here to do for us when we can't (or won't) do for ourselves. I'm not downplaying the seriousness of what still must be looked into - there were many glitches along the way to getting the rescue efforts into the stricken areas - undoubtedly so. I'm referring more to the outpouring from our communities across the land to not only receive the displaced, but to care for them as well. Now that's something to be proud of, indeed ........ The media head-hunting has put to the back burner the real life drama and heroism that has taken place since day one of this tragedy. For shame on 'em and I do hope they get theirs one day ......

Ted You did a marvelous job in outfitting the Gals of "Our" Place - never knew coveralls could look so good! Then again, Cindy prefers the coverless kind. Fortunately, she understands that kids will be 'round today ........ [swg]

Gottta get movin' - catch ya later!

Tom[4:-)][oX)]

[Anonymous]

G'Mornin' Tom, WOW! Its early ain't it? I better make it a dark roast Folgers "leaded" and one of those Biali's (Bialistok Kuchen) that Heidi Holzem von Phlopen (Mentor Bakery) bakes up to perfection. Just did a "follow up" and "all systems are GO for the "Our" Place annual Labo(u)r Day Picnic. Barndad Doug has kindly brought Apache along for the kiddies to ride and Leon has his Bear costume ready for the wild life "touch and tell." (Did he really skin that thing himslef?]

Gadfrey Daniel! Leon, get the ladder, Boris has 'trampolined' himself up that Elm again.[alien] Nick will hopefully keep him out of mischief from here on in. Tom, you know, we really need our own siding for the Box and Reefer. Hey Lordhawke, good to hear from you. Did you get by Gunns yet? Don't envy you hostling those rigs around in holiday traffic. Say Al, are you bringing the Inlaws along? Earlydiesels and Russell, hope you brought that local B.B.Q. sauce. I wanna compare it with ***'s 'Big D' "Texas Gusher."[^]

Its happening! Folks 'round Texas, Okla., Mo., Kan, Tenn., Colo., N.M., even Ore., are doing all they can to help. The quagmire created by the Baton Rouge bureaucracy and desertion of 200 N.O. cops is being ignored by out-of-state everyday citizens. They don't ask questions. No, hundreds of volunteers travel to their own "staging area" and start working piecemeal; one problem at a time. To paraphrase the Gov. of Miss., he stated: "Don't let anyone get in your way, just come and "pitch-in" wherever you see a problem." Tom, could this be a "All American" comeback?

Okay, hope to see ya's here, the gals will be decked out in their cute (if abreviated) engineer's coveralls, caps and panty hose (careful bachelors).[tup] The Sun is hot, the beer ice cold, eats superb and all games are on satellite. Why be any where else?[:D] Drive polite please.

[siberianmo]

MONDAY’s NEWS & SUMMARY of RECENT POSTS

Good Morning! Now, this is what Monday’s were meant to be! A day off …. [tup]

Our First Annual Labor Day Picnic begins at Noon! Details have been Posted in all SUMMARIES since Friday ………

News of the Day:

(1) Repeat Consider helping those who are suffering from the effects of Hurricane Katrina.

(2) repeat Two of our Regulars are on vacation – West Coast S – Dave and trolleyboy – Rob Please consider taking up the slack for these guys, as their multiple Posts will be missed.

(3) repeat When will we reach 100 Pages [?]

Chris says September 5th
Russell says September 9th
Nick says September 11th
Al says September 5th (by Noon!)
Doug says September 5th (by 6 PM!)
Rob says September 8th
Dave says September 5th
Pete says Sepember 12th
Dan says September 3rd Eliminated!
Ted says September 16th

CONTEST CLOSED!

SUMMARY

Name - Date/Time - (Page#) – Remarks

(1) siberianmo Tom Posted: 04 Sep 2005, 00:26:28 (96) Sunday’s News & Summary

(2) pwolfe Pete Posted: 04 Sep 2005, 00:38:01 (96)

(3) barndad Doug Posted: 04 Sep 2005, 06:36:56 (96)

(4) siberianmo Tom Posted: 04 Sep 2005, 08:28:18 (96) reply to pwolfe & barndad

(5) Theodorebear Ted Posted: 04 Sep 2005, 09:08:26 (96)

(6) passengerfan Al Posted: 04 Sep 2005, 09:17:43 (96)

(7) siberianmo Tom Posted: 04 Sep 2005, 09:34:17 (96) reply to Theodorebear

(8) siberianmo Tom Posted: 04 Sep 2005, 09:41:34 (97) reply to passengerfan

(9) siberianmo Tom Posted: 04 Sep 2005, 14:09:10 (97) Customers of “Our” Place

(10) Theodorebear Ted Posted: 04 Sep 2005, 15:19:53 (97)

(11) siberianmo Tom Posted: 04 Sep 2005, 16:39:01 (97) reply to Theodorebear

(12) Lordhawke Jeff Posted: 04 Sep 2005, 16:42:26 (97)

(13) siberianmo Tom Posted: 04 Sep 2005, 16:56:16 (97) reply to Lordhawke

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That’s it! [tup][;)]
Tom (Siberianmo) [4:-)] [oX)]
Proprietor of “Our” Place, an adult eating & drinking establishment!

[siberianmo]

Hey Lordhawke Jeff

Just caught your Post before signing off ..... kinda figured you were on the road. Guess this fuel situation is hurting you guys where it really matters!

Don't be misled by that collection of mine - that was amassed in a time 'n place long ago .... I'm rather restricted these days in my intake of brew. Have a couple now 'n then ... but here at the cyber bar - well, I can drink to my heart's content with no adverse situations resulting! [swg]

Hope you're able to stop in for our picnic tomorrow .........

Appreciate your taking the time to check in with us and of course, thanx for the round! . [tup]

Tom[4:-)][oX)]

[Anonymous]

Greetings Tom and all you others who will read this note slipped thru the mail slot. Sorry I haven't been in of late, but the job has been keepin' me humpin'! I'll prolly never catch up on the summaries! Interesting topic, beer; don't do as much as I usta, maybe a 6-pak a year, if I get lucky. This drivin' a big truck really sux, no time for the finer things in life, like "Our Place" good friends and .......oh yes, Beer! 'Specially that really dark stuff! Anyhow, I put enuff cash in the note to buy the hpuse a round of everyone';s favorite poison. Will return one of these days when it all slows down. Tom, I haven't forgotten your Prospector RDC pic. Will send it along also. Jeff

[siberianmo]

Hiya Ted

lans are movin' along quite well for the picnic ..... CP will move our private cars a bit closer to the site (our reefer and box car) - adequate provisions will not be an issue - the water slide gets set up early AM - trampoline tents as well. Kids will have a blast .... adult beverages by the tin and we've got six grills that will be operating - ice chests all around the site for soft drinks - we've got it covered.

3.2 was a big thing in Cincinnati for years - may still be. Had in-laws there in a previous life ....... I vaguely recall 3.2 in Missouri pretty much shortly after arival here in 1977 - but seemingly departed scene shortly thereafter. Perhaps someone else from the Show Me State knows more .......

I'll have to add some pix to the beer can album - as I indicated, the shots I posted weren't ready for prime time exposure! [swg] And no, never frequented Sam Lurea's - although there was a red neck joint down that way (Annapolis) that used to be a great place for Texas-style dancing. The Rathskeller in DC had a menu featuring at least 300 different brews - in cans. Can you imagine [?] I visited there a couple of years ago, just for nostalgia sake and was somewhat surprised at the complete changeover to bottled beer. Still have a huge selection, but as wtih lots of things in life, it has changed.

I'm sure Boris 'n Leon will love those Clydesdale horseshoes! [swg] Good idea! [tup] One way to ensure a fighting chance at getting a ringer!

Oh [yeah], not to worry, the dolls are under lock 'n key ....... [}:)][:-,]

Festivities begin at Noon!

Tom[4:-)][oX)]

[Anonymous]

Hi again Tom, just checking to see what page we are on and who is close in the standings. Hey passengerfan Al, thanks for the warning. I knew their were variations on Gas Electrics but had no idea there were legions of them just on one road. Finding the particular one I saw (with no ID numbers) will be an excersize in futility. That is if a pic even exists. I have the shell of a Walther's (HO) G.N. protype which I will power (can motor) and try to bring to the appearance of the St.L. & S.F. as I invision it. Thanks again for the "poop."

Tom the place is lookin' good. We should be ready for the "outdoors Set" on the morrow.[tup] I just wanna be sure all of Boris' play things are under wraps before the kiddies arrive tomorrow.[:O] Al may be thinking of Kansas and Oklahoma regarding the 3.2 beer bars. OKLA, as of 1987, still had only 3.2 beer in any public bars and were open Sundays from Noon 'til 1:00 a.m. Monday. Kansas, I believe, went by "County Option" and could be either "wet" or "dry" with each having their preference of beers. That may have changed by now. Mo., always had regular beer to my knowledge and hours varied by counties. I never had a problem finding a beer in Mo. BTW, I meant to comment on your collection of labels before, "outstanding!" Don't know if you ever got to Sam Lurea's in Annapolis, Md.? Something like 60 imported beers but you couldn't buy a bottle of Schlitz if you were the Governor. Okay, I bid you a early good night and I'll bring my Clydesdale horeshoe for tomorrow's competition.[:-^] See ya heute Morgan. Aufwieder sehen.

[siberianmo]

THE CUSTOMERS of ”Our” Place as of September 4th, 2005

Al – passengerfan, first visit: 12 April 2005 – 2nd CHARTER MEMBER!

Chris – CFournier, first visit: 12 April 2005 – 1st CHARTER MEMBER!

----------------- coalminer3, first visit: 14 April 2005

Dan – earlydiesels, first visit: 16 April 2005

Dave – West Coast S, first visit: 14 April 2005

*** – wrwatkins, first visit: 2 May 2005

Doug – barndad, first visit: 12 July 2005

Jeff – Lordhawke, first visit: 12 Aug 2005

Kevin – Gunns, first visit: 28 June 2005

Nick – nickinwestwales, first visit: 27 April 2005

Pete – pwolfe, first visit: 8 Aug 2005

Rob – trolleyboy, first visit: 12 April 2005 – CHARTER MEMBER!

Russell – Trainnut 484, first visit: 27 June 2005

Ted – Theodorebear (and then some!), first visit: 2 May 2005

That’s the list of folks we see ‘round here.

Tom, Proprietor of “Our” Place, an adult eating & drinking establishment!

[siberianmo]

Good Morning passengerfan Al

I'm astounded - simply astounded! Surely you read the SUMMARY - please say it isn't so! We're CLOSED on SUNDAY's [:(] Only reason I'm in here - as on every Sunday morning - is to clean up and catch up with the administrative work of the business ........... [swg]

Haven't heard of mandated 3.2 beer in this state for decades. Used to be a biggie in many mid-western states, but kinda faded into oblivion ........

Figured if anyone could come up with some meaningful input regarding those McKeen's - it would be you! [swg] Just curious, were the Doodlebugs (as they became known) all patented to McKeen [?] In the progression to the RDC, there were many iterations of self-propelled rail cars that took on similar appearances. Just curious if McKeen had a lock on the design and nickname ........

Enjoy this day of rest and hope to see you at tomorrow's picnic - surely you already knew about it! [?]

Tom[4:-)][oX)]

[siberianmo]

Top o' the mornin' to ye Ted

Thought that was your clunk comin' thru the mail slot! Marbles, eh [?] Well, I'll have to start saving those Crown Royal bags for you too - given that passenerfan Al likes to keep HIS marble collection in 'em! [swg]

In these times and under the circumstances since "911," many a nerve has been frazzled by the drumbeat of the critics for hearings, firings, accountability, level the playing field, mean spirited this or that, end game strategy, multiculturalism, internationalism, bilateralism - ad naseum. It's small wonder that we even speak to one another in civil tones anymore. I pity those without opinions based on nothing more than what they are told by perhaps less than credible sources, many of whom are without the common sense and instinctive reactions it takes to pull a hand away from a flame. Good grief!

Methinks you are a bit too harsh on yourself regarding your modeling skills. Looks to me like quite a bit of labor went into your efforts - a work yet completed. Pictures are fine and it will be interesting to view the progress along the way. Kinda like my S-gauge layout - those pix tell the story from construction materials to landscaping .... It's nice to have the pix, just to remind yourself of where you've been. [tup]

The picnic weather forecast is excellent - comfortable temps - blue skies - and all around good conditions for outside activities. Judging by the turnouts for the combined Canada Day-Independence Day picnic in July, I'd say we're better prepared ..... Boris 'n Leon will be working the kitchen and bar, respectively - Inspector Clueless of the Local Constabulary along with his earstwhile friend and companion, Mr. Doyle, Private Investigator will constitute the security team, and of course, the Gals of "Our" Place will provide the services only they can render! [}:)][:-,] Should be great fun and I'll meet ya under the tree .........[tup]

Tom[4:-)][oX)]

[passengerfan]

Good Morning Tom Do I need a strong cup of coffee thia AM maybe a little CC just for a starter. Another evening with the inlaws and I'll be ready for the funny farm.
The Frisco had a lrge number of Doodlebugs and pinning down that particular one is going to be quite a job. They owned a single McKeen, eight Brill cars, twenty-one General Electric Wason cars, two Barber cars, nine EMC/St. Louis cars, one Fairbanks Morse/Sheffield, one White Southland, one Barney & Smth Railway Motors, one Laconia and two St. Louis /Sykes motor cars with two Edwards trailers. Find a number and it would sure help. Wish I had a picture of every one of them. Until I looked at the different rail motor cars several years ago doing research I had no idea their were so many different types. Not only that but many railroads rebuilt and remodeled cars as well so the variety was incredible. Hope this offers some help.
Tom off topic does Missouri still have the 3.2 beer places open on sundays or is that finally a thing of the past. I'll buy the first round on Monday.

[Anonymous]

Happy Sunday mornin' gents. Now, if I can just get these marbles in the envelope, someone is sure to find my missle early tomorrow a.m. (heh, heh heh!)[}:)] Hey, if apologies are due, they surely should come from my quarter. However, for my part: "no offense intended and none taken." Is that a deal?[:D]

Pete, thanks for the pix via Uncle Tom. You too have a cyber "sponsor" as I have In Rob. I can't believe how polite and forgiving those who glanced at my "Lil' K.C. Mo." pix have been. Especially since we all know they are bloody awful.[V]. The "leaning Burlesque House " on Cherry St. demonstrates the prodigious effort that went into composition, et al.[:O] After the urban devastation (compliments- -"Minnie the Moocher"), there weren't many vantage points remaining. Seems the omni present Salamanders (Florida T-Rex) took up residence which was more than "Minnie" could abide...not a pretty sight.[xx(] Efforts are still underway for restoration and I hope to erase the doubts of my compitence in future photos. [oops] Nick, no "shake the box" here Mate (save 3) mostly lots'a "bashing and scratching."[^] BTW, yesterday's menu has been duly filed in "Our Place Archives of Classics."

Barndad, indeed I have seen a HO brass built-up of the McKeens. Its been years but I want to say United or Akane were the culprits. Sorry I can't do better. BTW, the free "trolley" service in Chi Town is incredible. Wish it was there when I froze my buttocks off going from Grand Central to Dearborn Sta. (X-mas leave). Say, is the Cafe Uno and Due still in town? Best darned Itrailian food and Pizza "that" side of the Hudson.

Isn't it a sad state of affairs when train Buffs must look to generic commuter runs to satisfy that measured swaying under our feet? Now, instead of the medley of aromas of electrolytics, steam, compressed air, plush carpets; its vinyl, Pinesol, B.O. and cheap perfume.[V] Oh, and God forbid, some kids bubble gum you just sat in![8] The only thing worse is flying. Yeah Tom, "spot on" with the Journalists! They are in a class alongside metaphysicians, neighborhood character assassins, social engineers and UFOlogists...I know Boris! They are your friends.[alien] Can't wait for the picnic tomorrow. I'll look for you under the big Maple by the Rolling Rock Keg and Wisconsin Brats 'n' butter (Kaiser rolls, none of that Bunny Buns crap). See ya's soon.

[siberianmo]

Mornin' pwolfe Pete and barndad Doug

Pete Your pix are now posted on http://photobucket.com/albums/b222/siberianmo/
just click on RR Pix from Pete ...... By the by - where and when were they taken [?]

Regarding those submarines that Nick kiddingly mentioned referred to the sale of 5 diesel subs to Canada. All of 'em had problems ranging from quite serious to minor - but seaworthy and mechanical problems nonetheless. Gotta wonder why Canada would purchase subs from Great Britain when their neighbor immediately to the south has an inventory of 'em that would choke a horse. But then again, I do know why .... in some circles in Ottawa, for several decades, anything U.S. is persona non grata. Oh well ........ guess who lost out on that one [?] Pity when pride gets in the way ....... or whatever it's called.

Concur in your thinking regarding those railroad ops you mentioned ..... all part of the lore regarding the work these crews and their machines are engaged in.

Doug Had this been a business day, you'b be in for a Rules Violation big time - but you escaped! [swg] Appreciate the URL for the creature. Sorry you misseed the opportunity to ride the first train. Never was responsible for the care of a horse, but have friends who are. They are seemingly ALWAYS attending to them .... I'll stick with Juneau our Siberian Husky. [swg]



Glad you found the Mckeen Doodlebug - pix [?]

Enjoy the weekend guys!

Tom[4:-)][oX)]

[Anonymous]

Nickinwestwales, you can right click any icon you see on these boards, and check the properties to find out where they live on the internet. The particular one you asked about is http://www.railroadforum.com/forum/icon_smile_drunk.gif
I found it on www.railroadforum.com while looking for info on McKeen Doodlebugs.
Now that my secret is out, I suppose we'll be seeing
and others
I'm not going to be able to get on that first train at Pingree Road today. It's supposed to be there at 9:03, and that's about the same time my wife and I need to be at our stable to check on her horse. He (Apache) was collicky last night. He should be OK, as we didn't get any late night emergency calls, but we need to be sure. Having a horse is like having another kid.
Have a great day everyone! Time to get going here!!

[pwolfe]

Hi Tom and all.

With all the free beer about I just had to call in[;)].I suppose the CAN-AM grill as all gone [?].

TOM I am glad you got the pics at last.

Last night I was finding it hard to get to sleep so I was sat on the porch about 12.30 when the train which services the factories along Industrial Drive here in Jeff City.was working with much hooting and now and then the growing of the diesels. I was thinking that this was a humble but really Classic train which as been doing this duty with different forms of motive power for a century or so.This as disappeared in the U.K.
The locos which do this I think are GP60's some in Southern Pacific livery.

I' ll have a pint please and allow me to buy a round although it may be past closing time
NICK What was up with England my internet rodio was breaking up and we were very lucky to win [?]
By the by what was up with the SUBS[?] PETE.

[siberianmo]

SUNDAY’s NEWS & SUMMARY of RECENT POSTS

Good Morning! Sorry, but we’re CLOSED on SUNDAY’s. Don’t let that stop you from engaging in conversation. Just drop your Post in the mail slots on either set of front doors!

News of the Day:

(1) Repeat Consider helping those who are suffering from the effects of Hurricane Katrina.

(2) repeat Labor Day picnic! Bring your family and friends to the First Annual ”Our” Place Labor Day Picnic. Festivities begin at noon Monday and will wind up with a fireworks display at 9 PM (all time zones – don’t ask how we do that! [swg]) Water slide and trampoline for the kids – horseshoe pits and good ole summertime fun for the adults. [tup]

(3) repeat Two of our Regulars are on vacation – West Coast S – Dave and trolleyboy – Rob Please consider taking up the slack for these guys, as their multiple Posts will be missed.

(4) repeat When will we reach 100 Pages [?]

Chris says September 5th
Russell says September 9th
Nick says September 11th
Al says September 5th (by Noon!)
Doug says September 5th (by 6 PM!)
Rob says September 8th
Dave says September 5th
Pete says Sepember 12th
Dan says September 3rd Eliminated!
Ted says September 16th

CONTEST CLOSED!

SUMMARY

Name - Date/Time - (Page#) – Remarks

(1) siberianmo Tom Posted: 03 Sep 2005, 02:07:43 (96) Saturday’s News & Summary

(2) barndad Doug Posted: 03 Sep 2005, 05:34:04 (96)

(3) siberianmo Tom Posted: 03 Sep 2005, 08:29:40 (96) reply to barndad

(4) Theodorebear Ted Posted: 03 Sep 2005, 08:39:27 (96)

(5) barndad Doug Posted: 03 Sep 2005, 09:23:17 (96)

(6) siberianmo Tom Posted: 03 Sep 2005, 09:55:32 (96) reply to Theodorebear & barndad

(7) siberianmo Tom Posted: 03 Sep 2005, 12:20:55 (96) Birthday Watch List

(8) Theodorebear Ted Posted: 03 Sep 2005, 17:25:24 (96)

(9) siberianmo Tom Posted: 03 Sep 2005, 17:41:23 (96) reply to Theodorebear

(10) nickinwestwales Nick Posted: 03 Sep 2005, 19:25:48 (96)

(11) siberianmo Tom Posted: 03 Sep 2005, 19:44:34 (96) reply to nickinwestwales

(12) nickinwestwales Nick Posted: 03 Sep 2005, 21:13:21 (96)

(13) siberianmo Tom Posted: 03 Sep 2005, 22:29:36 (96) reply to nickinwestwales

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That’s it! [tup][;)]
Tom (Siberianmo) [4:-)] [oX)]
Proprietor of “Our” Place, an adult eating & drinking establishment!

[siberianmo]

Evenin' (again) Nick

Glad you made it back ...... Good Gawd Gertie - it's 6-hours later where YOU are! [wow] Apparently you don't particularly enjoy sleeping when it's dark. [swg]

If people in your part of the world dine as your menu's reflect - waistlines must be quite the expanding universe! [;)] Great job with it and makes me want to ........ eat! [dinner]

Sorry, mate - we're CLOSED on SUNDAY's but always available for Postings .... just drop 'em through the mail slots in either set of front doors. [tup] Of course, YOU are Staff [C=:-)] and have a key - therefore access to the spirits shouldn't be all that difficult! [:-,][}:)] Oh [yeah] hope you make the Labor (Labour{ Day picnic ........ should be an easy time for the kitchen crew, hot dogs - hamburgers - brats, grilled chicken, and the like ...... just a good old fashioned U.S./Canadian picnic .......

Happy you guyz didn't build the RDC's! [swg] After the subs and Chunnel rail carriages sold to VIA Rail (aka: Renaissance), I'd hate to think of what their fate would've been! Hey - YOU began this dialogue ........ [swg]

Some decades ago, while In San Diego, I was introduced to a couple of ladies who happened to be into spiritualistic everything ....... not religious mind you, but spiritualistic relationships, dining, dancing, conversation, bowling, drinking and smoking. Last time I ever permitted my buddy, shipmate and pal set me up with a "blind date"! [;)]

Thanx for the round - roll of quarters (hope you didn't slip in any Canadian ones in there!) and enjoyable Post!

Time for me to check out ... Leon the Night Man has the bar .... and oh [yeah] Boris no, you can't keep doing it until you need glasses. [swg]

Another Classic Post from Nick! [C=:-)]

Tom[4:-)][oX)]

[nickinwestwales]

Right,lets start again-[4:-)]TOM,you may need to take the helm for a bit-I`ve been helping out a couple of mad-old-lady neighbours who are both spiritualist healers (barking mad,but great fun) and as a result,feel the need to practice a laying on of hands-given the choices,I feel that Cindy would be the better alternative................O.K-a large glass of whatever is best for washing down humble pie,a glass for your own hand and a round for the fellow travellers. A couple of posts before I retire to the galley-ROB-dont worry about them Sea-Kings,we built `em to last-unlike our submarines.....Thanks for data on Alcos, have just checked O.N. site and can confirm #`s 1400/01-built `55,withdrawn `85 #`s 1402/3-built `57,withdrawn `73. Enjoy your trip,look forward to speaking soon (got a shed load of questions for ya! ). TED-nice city-scape my man,even with shake-the-box kits that would represent a huge investment of time. Camera angles not quite right to show `extra depth` of backscene to best effect,but can imagine the result when viewed head on-look forward to updates,stay well my friend DOUG-LOVE that "smilie"-could you print up the code without the brackets ?-ta! Right,thats the first beer down-same again [4:-)]TOM and I`ll start earning my pay by setting out the specials board,motivating the kitchen staff ( floggings will continue until morale improves...) and generally justifying this train-free waffle. As we have a long weekend of Partying ahead of us I`ve gone for a balance of quick-burn protein and slow burn carbohydrates,so..........in association with Mentor Bakeries we have Classic Beef Wellington served with the garden vegetable platter,Fries as an extra side dish. The Can-Am Grill ( 8oz steak,6oz gammon,pork chop,lamb chop,butterfly cut kidney,sausages,double fried egg,mushrooms,onion rings,tomato and a side of thick-cut fries ) Grilled baby peppers stuffed with Pembrokeshire crabmeat served with hot granary roll and [C=:-)] sweet red slaw Pan-fried veal escalopes with Pommes Anna & the vegetable platter & Classic Chicken Maryland with all the trimmings. This weeks Steaks are all sourced from Welsh Black & Aberdeen Angus beef and are available as 8 or 12 oz rump or sirloin,16 oz T-bone or Fillet in port and stilton sauce.-Pizza is [4:-)]TOM`s department and I know better than to interfere. Right, I`m away to find a clean apron and try to restore some degree of order `back of house`......Boris-stop that,-you`ll go blind,Leon-put him down,he only came in to ask directions,Cindy-come with me my dear,................here`s a roll of quarters for the juke,turn it up-there may be noises from the galley that could offend [:D][:D]-regards to all,enjoy the party-hard at work on B-B-Q menu for monday (are we open tomorrow Boss-man ?) catch you all soon,nick[C=:-)]

[siberianmo]

Good Evening Nick

Apologies really not necessary - you are certainly entitled to voice an opinion on any topic you happen to be thinking of. Of course with that will come some opposition! [swg]

For those who may not remember, early on in the humble beginnings of "Our Place our friend Nick helped out 'round here immensely - actually was our first Manager .... here's something he can take credit for (hung on the wall back by the pool tables):

Nick's House Rules”

(1) All emotional baggage to be checked at the door.
(2) No ladies of negotiable affection before midnight.
(3) No whizzing in the spittoons at any time.
(4) The Ladies are always right, regardless of circumstance.
(5) Food available until Chef finds the bottle.
(6) Lightly oil & polish barmaids between shifts.

C'mon, Mate - we're certainly not unhappy with you - it's the situation and the non-stop bashing that we've been listening to and viewing ever since this sad episode unfolded. Can't win for losing - or so some would have us believe.

Have a couple of pints on me ......... [tup][tup][tup]

By the by, check out this URL: http://photobucket.com/albums/b222/siberianmo/
Go to RR Pix from Pete

Tom[4:-)][oX)]

[nickinwestwales]

[4:-)]TOM and gentlemen all,please accept my unconditional apologies for aspects of last post,I,of all people,should be able to adhere to my own "House Rules"-emotional baggage to be checked in at the door. The common bond we share is the Iron Horse in all it`s varied glory,to stray beyond this territory can only be divisive,especially at times like this when feelings are running high,again,apologies for any offense given [C=:-)]

[siberianmo]

Hiya Ted

Beautiful analogy! Love it! Only thing is, those who should read it, will never see the words. Our media has done a supurb job in U.S. bashing so that the fuel to the fires 'round the world will continue. We're bad - we're this 'n that - but hardly can measure up to the Elitists who populate other continents. Oh how ashamed I feel - NOT! I heard today that the area of devastion exceeds the size of Great Britain in square miles. Now, that sounds like something that even the best of planners would never have conceived of. However, tell that to CBC, NBC, ABC, CNN, FOX, et al. I've always wondered how, when and where these media wonks wound up being so wise and so all knowing - given their Journalism degrees (if that).

Ring the ding dong Boris I'm [#offtopic] and I'll probably do it again! Drink up boyz - it's on me!

By the by, I checked out those photo's on Rob's site ..... looks like you've got quite a work in progress. Good show. [tup] For those interested in seeing Ted's pix - go to page 6 of: http://www.railimages.com/gallery/robertaustin

Catch ya later!

Tom[4:-)][oX)]

[Anonymous]

Many thanks for the personal e-mail, one and all. Nothing yet on the Frisco Doodlebugs, but that's okay, they are anything but "Classic." Tweeeet! By Gadfrey, I let the protical go to the southern wind! Hello Tom, a double "plop-plop; fizz- fizz; oh what a relief it is," please. The "Mainstream Media" has given the olde "gut" just a touch more than the "olde" frontal lobes can handle![V] There is no doubt that we Colonists have failed to follow the example of our predessesors: Holland, England, France, Germany, Scandinavia, Russia, Japan, China, Viet Nam, Middle East, Spain, Portugal....wan't more? Take for e.g., the carnage before the Thames River/Channel gates, the North Sea storm dikes, Volga unharnessed, Three Rivers Dam, Middle East earthquakes, world-wide plagues still to be named...on and on. But we are slowly learning how to handle these anomolies from past examples: Marx, Lenin, Mao Tse Tung, Ho Chi Min, Hirohito, Mussolini , Saddam Hussein, and Neville Chamberlain. Please have patients with us; after all, democracies are something strange to the "New World Order."[2c]

Boris[alien], hit Big Ben and Tom, I won't let the door "hit me in the bum!" The keys are in the cigar box. Happy rails!

[siberianmo]

All of our regulars know about the Birthday Watch List .... however, it needs to be posted repeatedly, just as a reminder regarding who is coming up next for the Birthday Bash ......

2005 BIRTHDAY WATCH LIST (rev. Aug 21st):

February 2nd (Kevin – 49)
March 5th (Nick – 45)
April 18 (Al - 63)
May 18th (Tom - 67)
May 27th (Dave - 46)
June 24th (Dan - 43)
July 15th (*** – 65)
July 25th (Chris - 51)
July 30th (Russell – 34)
August 16th (Ted - 67)
September 8th (Rob - 34) NEXT UP! Sep 10th at 10 PM (Eastern)

Not on the list [?] Send me an Email with your birth date (month-day-year).
Corrections too!

Tom (Siberianmo) [4:-)] [oX)]
Proprietor of “Our” Place, an adult eating & drinking establishment!


NOTE for all: Check the SUMMARIES

[siberianmo]

G'mornin' Guys!

'Tis Saturday and Cindy will be comin' in to take over the bar for the rest of the mornin; she's really been quite a help 'round here! Quite an asset, indeed. And the rest ain't bad either! [swg][}:)][:-,] I've offered to put her on the payroll, but she's reluctant to become Staff - something about The Manager - leering, drooling, etc. Don't wanna know! [swg]

Ted Appreciate the kind words, as always. Oh ye of little faith - however, I can understand the trepidation in the beginning - atfer all, we were just coming off a rant or two regarding another gathering place, and the barrage of unwarranted crap that ensued following your Posted thoughts ....... Well, that was then - and here we are, nearing 100 pages in less than 5 months AND with a relative handful of supporters. Not bad - not bad at all. [tup] Oh [yeah], perhaps the Tucker automobile should be added to your list! [;)]

Salary raises for the crew are in the upstairs private bathtup. That's where Nick began piling up the proceeds during my Canadian rail adventures this past May - and I've been doing it ever since. Boris 'n Leon aren't permitted in those quarters, nor does Boris receive pay as such. Feeding him and providing shelter is quite enough! Work out the raises with Nick - just dip down and haul out what's required. [tup]

I'll have to check out Rob's site on RailImages for your pix .........

Catch ya later .... chores to attend to!

barndad Doug yes - Dave started the Mckeen diiscussion. Good luck with locating a model of that McKeen car. Undoubtedly someone has manufactured the one you are looking for. Try www.dogpile.com as a search engine - seriously - dogpile is for real. Anyway, use the advance features and perhaps you'll get a hit.

Beer 'n coffee [?] Okay - why not![?] Geesh - you guyz from the Chicago area are just a bit strange ........[swg] By the by - WHAT IS THAT CREATURE on your Post [?]

See ya later!

Tom[4:-)][oX)]

[Anonymous]

Morning again Tom ... and I see Ted is here too. How about we compromise on the Kona, and just mix everything together?
Was it West Coast SDave who got the discussion going on the McKeen Doodlebugs? Now I'm obsessed with finding it in an HO scale, and not having luck finding one with the porthole windows. Grrrrrrrrrr.