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[LoveDomes]

G'day Captain Tom!

Just left the bar and thought I'd drop off a little something to help things going over here . . . .

Wabash Railroad
Reporting marks	WAB
Locale	Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, Missouri, and Ontario
Dates of operation	1879 – October 16, 1964
Track gauge	4 ft 8½ in (1435 mm) (standard gauge)
Headquarters	St. Louis, MO

 

Until the next time!

 

Lars

[siberianmo]

G'day!

More nostalgia from earlier pages for the "browsers" out there . . . .

PASSENGER TRAIN NOSTALGIA #14

Here’s something to enjoy regarding the Budd Company and the Wabash from a advertisement (early 1950s) found in one of my scrap books.


New Blue Bird On The Wabash

This is the Wabash Railroad’s new Budd-built, all-stainless steel Blue Bird, on its winging flight between St. Louis and Chicago. The Blue Bird will make the round trip daily between these two great terminal cities, adding to the completeness of Wabash service and presenting to its passengers comfort and luxury in rail travel previously unknown.

For the Blue Bird is the latest in the roster of distinguished name gtrains which Budd has created for the modernization of American railroads. Four of its cars are Vista-Domes, giving passengers an unobstructed view of the rolling prairies, picturesque bluffs and river scenery along the way.

Like all Budd-designed, Budd-built equipment, this train illustrates a principle – that better products are made of ideas as well as steel. This was true of the all-steel automobile body which Budd originated and which has made Budd the largest independent builder of body components in the world. It was true of the steel wheel which Budd developed to take the place of wood. It has been demonstrated in the Budd Disc Brake, and in stainless steel highway trailers.

In the railroad field, Budd ideas were revolutionary. Ideas that attract passengers by making rail travel more inviting. Ideas that permit faster schedules and yield substantial operating economies. It was Budd vision which led to the whole concept of the modern, stainless steel light weight streamliner. And Budd today is the only car builder who employs the superior strength of stainless steel to achieve lightweight construction with safety.

The Budd Co., Philadelphia, Detroit

Budd


Enjoy!

Tom

[LoveDomes]

G'day Captain Tom!

An active day over at the bar with our "Theme" going well . . .  mighty quiet over here. What's new!!

Anyway, here's something that fits with the L&N . . .

Louisville and Nashville Railroad
Reporting marks	LN
Locale	Southern United States
Dates of operation	1850 – 1982
Successor line	Seaboard System
Track gauge	4 ft 8½ in (1435 mm) (standard gauge)
Headquarters	Louisville, Kentucky

Until the next time!

Lars

[siberianmo]

G'day!

Nice Pix, James (check your Forum Email . . . .) I LOVE RDCs!!

Continuing with my nostalgia from earlier pages . . . .

PASSENGER TRAIN NOSTALGIA #13

Here’s something to enjoy regarding the Louisville and Nashville (L&N) from an advertisement in Classic American Trains


The NEW Crescent
A GRAND NEW TRAIN WITH A GRAND OLD NAME

In Daily Service between New Orleans, Atlanta, Washington and New York

Recommend and Sell the Year’s Finest Travel Packge

STREAMLINED, STAINLESS STEEL CARS
The Crescent is new from end to end. It’s the last word in streamliners. all cars are constructed of stainless steel and offer latest comfort and safety features.

ALL-PRIVATE-ROOM SLEEPERS
A selection of five different type private rooms – new 3-bed master room with shower and individual radio, drawing room, bedroom en suite, bedroom, and roomette. Each offers private lavatory, clothes closet, ice water and individually controlled lighting, heating and air conditioning.

LOUNGE AND OBSERVATION CARS
The finest atmosphere is found in the mid-train club lounge and the luxurious observation car. Comfortable chairs, music and convenient game or writing tables offer a “club on wheels” for rest and relaxation.

NOTHING FINER IN DINERS
The Crescent diners serve Southern cooking at is best. Every service to make every meal a travel treat has been provided – even to telephone communication between sleeping cars and diners.

COACH SERVICE
De luxe coaches with individual reclining seats are operated between New Orleans and Atlanta with connecting service beyond.

LOUISVILLE AND NASHVILLE RAILROAD


Enjoy!

Tom

[CMSTPP]

G-day captain Tom!!

The Northern Pacific!!! Another one of those railroads you've got to love... especially there Passenger fleet.

Picture from: tavmjong.free.fr/.../QUICKSTART/NP/NP_CarEnd.png

Did not specify who had taken the picture.

Any who, There RDCs were quite a sight to see. My father just recently acquired an NP Sign off a bud car. The sign belonged to RDC 80B, just like the one on the front of this one.

Picture from: www.railmerchants.net/northernpacific/index.htm

Picture by: David Thebodo: This is the guy who is trying to sell this car but I don't know who took the picture otherwise. Does not specify. But the website is above.

I really liked the NPs cabooses. They were all so cool. They had wood cabooses and steel cabooses. I like all of them of course.

 

Happy railroading

 

James

[BudKarr]

Good Morning Captain Tom!

Good to see you and Lars keeping things going. It is a hit or miss proposition, or so it seems.

Left my morning contribution over at the bar and hope to see you again tomorrow for our "Theme for the Day!" - Canadian Passenger railways at "Our" Place!

BK in Alberta, Canada's beautiful high mountain country!

[LoveDomes]

G'day Captain Tom,

Something to supplement your RR of choice this day . . .

Reporting marks	NP
Locale	Ashland, Wisconsin and St. Paul, Minnesota to Seattle, Washington, Tacoma, Washington and Portland, Oregon
Dates of operation	1864 – 1970
Successor line	Burlington Northern
Track gauge	4 ft 8½ in (1435 mm) (standard gauge)
Headquarters	Saint Paul, Minnesota

The Northern Pacific Railway (AAR reporting mark NP) was a railway that operated in the north-central region of the United States. The railroad served a large area, including extensive trackage in the states of Idaho, Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, Oregon, Washington and Wisconsin. The company was headquartered first in Brainerd, Minnesota, then in St. Paul, Minnesota.

(from: Wikipedia.com)

Until the next time!

Lars

 

[siberianmo]

G'day!

The start of a new week and another nostaligia piece from earlier pages . . .

PASSENGER TRAIN NOSTALGIA #12

Here’s something to ponder with regard to our appreciation and fascination with
Classic Trains. Check out this ad (from The Official Guide of the Railways – 1956)



Look what they’re saying about the Vista-Dome North Coast Limited!

”FOUR VISTA-DOMES . . . the view really is terrific on the Northern Pacific!”

“Pride of the Northwest . . . a train second to none!”

“One of the top trains in the country”

“A LOVELY STEWARDESS-NURSE . . . so kind to me and my children”

“Most friendly and courteous employees”

“Comfortable trip – delicious meals. Our compliments to the chef”

“THE TRAVELLER’S REST buffet-lounge . . . most unique car we’ve ever seen . . . captures the flavor and romance of the West”

”WON’T YOU BE MY GUEST?”
Now a friendly Stewardess-Nurse welcomes you aboard the Vista-Dome North Coast Limited. You’ll enjoy extra traveling pleasure at no extra cost – in fact, even low Family Fares apply! Heading East or West through the scenic Northwest, you’ll see for yourself why passengers call it . . .

. . . . . One of the world’s Extra Fine trains . . . . .

. . . . . For complete information, write
. . . . . G. W. RODINE, Passenger Traffic Manager . . . . .
. . . . . Northern Pacific Railway, St. Paul 1, Minn. . . . . .

CHICAGO – TWIN CITIES – SPOKANE – PORTLAND – TACOMA – SEATTLE


Enjoy!

Tom

[LoveDomes]

G'day Captain Tom!

It's NFL day at my house - but took just a minute to check out the happenings at the bar and over here - QUIET is the word.

Just wanted to lend my support to both Threads - and there's some nifty STEAM pix over at the bar!

Until the next time!

 

Lars

[siberianmo]

G'day!

A nostalgia piece from earlier pages . . .

PASSENGER TRAIN NOSTALGIA #11

Here’s something to enjoy regarding the Pennsylvania Railroad (PRR) from an advertisement in Classic American Trains


NOW . . . A Complete RECREATION CAR

Especially Designed for Your Pleasure

In daily service on The Jeffersonian, popular all-coach streamliner between New York and St. Louis!
A dramatic highlight in Pennsylvania railroad’s new equipment program, this colorful new recreation car provides amusement and entertainment for all ages. A luxurious game and reading lounge . . . a children’s playroom . . . a sunken buffet lounge . . . miniature movie theatre – pleasure with variety. Be among the first to enjoy it! Reserve a seat on The Jeffersonian on your next trip!

SO ROOMY AND RESTFUL – the new overnight coaches on The Jeffersonian. Only 44 seats to the car – and all reclining! You’ll like the new lighting too – fluorescent, 4 times brighter but easy on the eyes. New-type air-conditioning adds still more comfort.

EXTRA LARGE MODERN WASHROOMS, one for women, one for men at the end of each coach – handsomely decorated – with 3 glistening washstands and 2 toilet annexes.

Enjoy these New Features at Low Coach Fares!

THE JEFFERSONIAN
. . . . . . . . . . Westbound . . . . . . . . . .
Lv. New York . . . . . 6:15 P.M.
Lv. Philadelphia . . . 7:43 P.M.
Lv. Washington . . . 6:20 P.M.
Lv. Baltimore . . . . . 7:05 P.M.
Lv. Harrisburg . . . . .9:42 P.M.
Ar. Columbus . . . . . 6:46 A.M.
Ar. Dayton . . . . . . ..8:21 A.M.
Ar. Indianapolis . . . .9:27 A.M.
Ar. St. Louis . . . . . .1:50 P.M.
. . . . . . . . . . Eastbound . . . . . . . . . .
Lv. St. Louis . . . . . . 1:00 P.M.
Lv. Indianapolis . . . . 5:07 P.M.
Lv. Dayton . . . . . . . .8:13 P.M.
Lv. Columbus . . . . . .9:35 P.M.
Ar. Harrisburg . . . . . 6:51 A.M.
Ar. Baltimore . . . . . . 9:23 A.M.
Ar. Washington . . . .10:10 A.M.
Ar. Philadelphia . . . . .8:52 A.M.
Ar. New York . . . . . .10:25 A.M

Recreation car facilities available to Baltimore and Washington passengers between Harrisburg and St. Louis.

PENNSYLVANIA RAILROAD
. . . . . . . . . . Serving the Nation . . . . . . . . . .


Enjoy!

Tom

[LoveDomes]

G'day Captain Tom!

Here's something to go along with your fine selection of the Union Pacific for today . . .

UP lounge from a magazine advertisement (photo credit: unknown)

 

Until the next time!

 

Lars

[siberianmo]

G'day!

Another weekend and what better time to continue on with some nostaglia from earlier pages!

PASSENGER TRAIN NOSTALGIA #10

Here’s something to enjoy regarding the Union Pacific from an advertisement in The Official Guide of the Railways – Aug 1956


Overnight – Every night
between CHICAGO & DENVER Streamliner ”CITY of DENVER”

THIS SMART STREAMLINER FEATURES . . .

* The very latest in Pullman equipment; de luxe
bedrooms with newly designed, convenient
lavatory facilities. Modern roomettes . . . no
need to step into the aisle to lower or raise bed.
Also long length, restful berths.

* Coach seats built for complete comfort. Stretch-
Out leg rests and reclining backs. All seats
Reserved.

* Unusually attractive dining car serving highest
Quality of freshly prepared foods.

* Beautiful club lounge for Pullman occupants
and distinctive tavern car ”The PUB” for all
passengers.

Early morning arrival in both Denver and Chicago

WESTBOUND
Lv. Chicago (Milw. Road) ………. 4:30 p.m.
Ar. Denver (U. P.) .……………….. 8:30 a.m.

EASTBOUND
Lv. Denver (U. P.) .……………….. 3:30 p.m.
Ar. Chicago (Milw. Road) ………. 8:45 a. m.

UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD


Enjoy!

Tom

[LoveDomes]

G'day Captain Tom!

Good to see ya again, James - enjoyed reading your comments over at the bar!

Hope this doesn't get me all "jammed up," but for the life of me, I cannot find any prohibitions against the use of this pix nor do I know how to contact the photographer . . . so here goes!

 GN #1323 (from: www.trainweb.org -  Cordell Newby/Sheldon Perry collection)

 

Until the next time!

 

Lars

[siberianmo]

G'day!

Good to see ya both at the bar and here, James! Enjoyed the Pix . . .

Continuing with some nostalgia from earlier pages on this Thread . . . . looks like another GN!

 

PASSENGER TRAIN NOSTALGIA #9

Here’s something to ponder with regard to our appreciation and fascination with
Classic Trains. Check these combined-advertisements out (from The Official Guide of the Railways – 1956)

Great Northern(GN)

GREAT NORTHERN Empire Builder-Western Star-Newest and Best to the Pacific Northwest

DIESEL AND ELECTRIC PASSENGER LOCOMOTIVES BETWEEN CHICAGO, ST. PAUL, MINNEPOLIS AND SEATTLE-PORTLAND.

THE EMPIRE BUILDER
CHICAGO, ST. PAUL, MINNEAPOLIS, SPOKANE, SEATTLE AND PORLAND with Direct Connections to and from TACOMA, BRITISH COLUMBIA AND CALIFORNIA

NO EXTRA FARE. ALL ACCOMMODATIONS RESERVED.

MODERN STREAMLINED EQUIPMENT.

Coach.
Great Dome Reclining Seat Coaches.
Ranch-Lounge.
Diner.
Sleepers.

Great Dome Luxurious Full Length Dome Lounge with colorful beverage lounge in lower section.

Note: specifics regarding car #, between and accommodations have been omitted.


GREAT NORTHERN Direct Route to Glacier National Park in Montana Rockies.

THE WESTERN STAR
CHICAGO, ST. PAUL, MINNEAPOLIS, GREAT FALLS, GLACIER PARK, SPOKANE, SEATTLE AND PORTLAND via St. Cloud with Direct Connections to and from TACOMA, BRITISH COLUMBIA AND CALIFORNIA and Direct Connections at GREAT FALLS and from HELENA AND BUTTE

MODERN STREAMLINED EQUIPMENT.

Reclining Seat Coach.
Day-Nite Reclining Seat Coaches.
Dining Car.
Coffee Shop Car.
Pullman Sleeping Cars.

Observation-Lounge.

Note: specifics regarding car #, between and accommodations have been omitted.


Enjoy!

Tom

[CMSTPP]

G-day Captain!!

 

Got a good pic of the Great northern!

(www.northeast.railfan.net/images/tr_gn5017.jpg)  Photo By: David H. Mewhinney

Weird locomotive but, this is a Class Y electric used for passenger service on the Great Northern for there mountain divisions.

Have a good one!

James

[LoveDomes]

G'day Captain Tom!

Rather quiet, huh Here's something from way back that may be of interest . . .

 

Great Northern 4- 4-0 #1 Wm. Crooks

(from: www.yesteryeardepot.com - photo: Fred C. Stoes)

 

Until the next time!

 

Lars

[siberianmo]

G'day!

Nice 'stuff' from BK 'n Rob - appreciate your stopping by!

Some more nostalgia from earlier pages . . .

PASSENGER TRAIN NOSTALGIA #8

Here’s something to ponder with regard to our appreciation and fascination with
Classic Trains. Check this advertisement out (from The Official Guide of the Railways – 1956)

Great Northern(GN)

Great Way To CALIFORNIA via the Pacific Northwest

Chicago-Minneapolis-St. Paul-Spokane-Seattle & Portland-San Francisco-Los Angeles

TOWERING PEAKS in Glacier National Park in the Montana Rockies.

LOFTY MT. RAINIER looks over Seattle and Tacoma.

GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE is only one of the fascinating sights awaiting travelers in San Francisco.

Rail Fare to San Francisco is no more on Great Northern’s incomparable Great Dome EMPIRE BUILDER

To delight travel-experienced patrons who are planning a fall trip to California, suggest that they route themselves via the Pacific Northwest.

Great Northern’s EMPIRE BUILDER, now with Great Domes for both coach and Pullman passengers, takes the northern route across the nation - - more than two thousand miles of truly superb scenery.

Your patrons will thank you for sending them on a route where they can see the Mississippi River Palisades, Glacier National Park, the Rocky Mountains of Montana and Idaho. the Cascades of Washington and Oregon.

Connections with fine trains to and from California in Seattle or Portland. Rail fare from Chicago to San Francisco is no more via Great Northern.

For information:
P. G. Holmes
Passenger Traffic Manager
Great Northern Railway
St. Paul 1, Minnesota


Enjoy!

Tom

[trolleyboy]

Good afternoon sir Tom, and the gang

Like BK I've always loved that hotel piece as well.With today's privacy laws and the like you would never see the names and numbers posted like that on company advertisments anymore. It's a true piece of railroadianna

 

My humble additions to today's fine fare.

CPR's "Empress" on the inaugural cross Canada tour of 2003. I shot her crossing hwy 25 in Milton Ontario with her mixed comsist of Royal Candian Pacific cars and Go transit Bilevels.

Two shots from a trip down to Strasburg for a live steam fix

Rob

[BudKarr]

Good Afternoon Captain Tom!

I have always enjoyed that particular nostalgia piece of yours of the hotels and boarding houses in the Blue Ridge mountains. Some of the finest places to stay, and some of the worst, could and can be found in many hideaway locations throughout the world.

Nevertheless, it is time for my contribution to this thread . . . .

RFP - 4-8-4 #613 (from: www.yesteryeardepot.com - photographer unknown)


BK in Alberta, Canada's beautiful high mountain country!

[siberianmo]

G'day!

We had a fine day over at the bar yesterday, as our "Theme for the Day!" on Tuesdays most times attracts all kinds of interesting material. Come check us out at "Our" Place, an adult eating 'n drinking establishment!

Continuing on with my nostalgia from earlier pages . . . (apologize for the misalignments - recent changes by Kalmbach to the formatting is the cause)

PASSENGER TRAIN NOSTALGIA #7

Here’s something to ponder with regard to our appreciation and fascination with
Classic Trains. Check this out (unknown origin – found at flea market; circa 1920’s)

HOTELS AND BOARDING HOUSES in the BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAINS
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .along the
Washington and Old Dominion Railway

Name ……….……………….. Terms and other information

Bluemont, Va. ……….…… Located on mountain overlooking the Loudoun Valley;
… J.M. Moreland .………… modern conviences; excellent board. Rates on application.

… H. Rathbone Smith ……. Accomodations for several guests on large estate located
……………………………….. on mountain; meals at owner’s residence close to main
……………………………….. house; reasonable rates; references required.

… A. L. Longerbeam ……….. Best country board; terms moderate.

… Mrs. Millard Patterson …… Excellent board; chicken, milk, fresh eggs; home garden.
……………………………….. Terms $2.00 per day’ $10.00 and $12.00 per week.

… “The Heights” ……………. Modern conveniences; splendid home cooking.
… Mrs. T. P. Simpson ………. Terms moderate.
… Proprietress

… “The Loudoun” …………… Large lawn; tennis. Comfortable rooms, porches, etc.
… J. C. Beatty, Proprietor …… Terms: Single rooms, $15.00 per week; double rooms,
............................................. $12.00 per person per week.

Round Hill, Va.
… “Baldwin House” …………. Terms on application.

… F. P. Lowe ………………… Near town. Terms on application.

… E. L. Donohoe ……………. Terms on application.

… Fannie Wynkoop …………. Terms on application.

… Maud Wynkoop ………….. Terms on application.

… T. W. Best .……………….. Near town. Terms on application.

… Mollie Copeland .………… Terms on application.

… Edw. Finnell .…………….. Terms on application.

Purcellville, Va.
… “The Bell Inn ……………. Modern conveniences; plenty shade;
… Mrs. M. H. Beal …………. Lawn; garden vegetables. Terms $3.00
… Proprietress ...……………. per day; $30.00 per month.

… “The White Cottage” ……. Near town. Excellent table.
… Miss Rebecca Lloyd …….. Terms on application.
… Proprietress

… Mrs. E. Shoemaker ……… Near town. Large shady lawn; fresh
… R. F. D. No. 2 …………… vegetables. Terms on application.

… Mrs. Alice Corder ………. Near station. Modern conveniences.
.……………………………… Terms on applicaton.

Hamilton, Va. ...………….. Large shady lawn; fresh vegetables;
… Mrs. J. W. Chamberlin ….. milk; cream; eggs. Modern conveniences;
. ……………………………… excellent table. Terms $10.00 to $12.00 per week.

Leesburg, Va. ..………….. Located in business section. A delightful place
… “Leesburg Inn” …………. Spend day and week-end vacations. Special Sunday
……………………………… chicken dinneres.

… Mrs. Fulton …………….. Near town. Modern country home. Delightful meals;
.…………………………….. terms on application.

Electric Trains leave from Rossyln Terminal Station (Washington), located South End Key Bridge, on Frequent Schedules


Enjoy!

Tom

[LoveDomes]

G'day Captain Tom!

A fine "Brit" day going on over at the bar! Good to see ya, BK . . . here's a beauty for those who appreciate the trains of Great Britain:


British: 6998 GWR modified Hall Class "Burton Agnes Hall"
(photo credit: unknown - GNU Free Documentation - Wikipedia.com)

Until the next time!

 

Lars

[BudKarr]

Good Morning Captain Tom!

I see you are providing some excellent material from earlier pages - good idea as the numbers of browsers indicate interest, but compared to the numnber of contributors - rather sad.

As you know, we are featuring the Railways of Europe over at the bar today . . . . a sample of what some of you are missing!

British Rail: InterCity 225 in Swallow livery at Peterborough

(Wikipedia.com - GNU Free Documentation - photo credit: Andrew Hadley)

 

BK in Alberta, Canada's beautiful high mountain country!

[siberianmo]

G'day!

Good stuff from Lars & Rob 'n James!

Continuing along with my daily nostalgia from earlier pages . . .

PASSENGER TRAIN NOSTALGIA #6

Here’s something to ponder with regard to our appreciation and fascination with
Classic Trains. Check this poster out regarding the Canadian Pacific from the 1950’s:


Canadian Pacific … by land … across Canada

Now see Canadian Pacific’s spectacular Banff-Lake Louise Route
From the Scenic Domes of the “The Canadian”

Mile-high in the Canadian Rockies, Banff Springs is famous the world over for its scenic surroundings, complete outdoor recreation facilities. Both Banff and nearby Lake Louise are on the route of “The Canadian.”

Treat yourself to the world’s longest, most spectacular Scenic Dome ride as “The Canadian” winds through the Canadian Rockies on its transcontinental route. From high in the Scenic Domes of Canda’s only stainless-steel Scenic Dome streamliner you’ll thrill to the breath-taking view of Canada’s unspoiled natural beauty. And aboard “The Canadian” you’ll find the accommodations superb, the service unexcelled. You may travel tourist or first class – coach seats reserved at no extra fare.

See your travel agent for information about “The Canadian” – in daily service throughout the year between Montreal or Toronto, and Vancouver.

Canadian Pacific
World’s Greatest Travel System

RAILWAYS – STEAMSHIPS – AIRLINES – HOTELS – COMMUNICATIONS – EXPRESS


Enjoy!

Tom

[CMSTPP]

G-Day Tom!!

Alright!!! Thanks for the advice. I will curtainly see you guys over there.

 

Thanks again.

This guy is just smoking up a storm!!!

I really like the bridge.

 

James

[trolleyboy]

Afternoon gents.Some good stuff over here today as well

Tom-Love that old add.Can't say much about the no transfer no customs thing anymore however Still it's a wonderfull piece of RR history thanks fer sharing.

 

Lars-Nice photo's sir they do go with the theme round these parts fer sure fer sure.Interesting to see the 136, it's still in existance today at the South Simcore Railway Musuem in Tottingham Ontario, last i heard it was still operational as well,pulling their excurison trains from Beeton to Tottingham.It was used in the CBC speacial "The National Dream " a mini series made about ten years ago or so . Good choice photowise

Rob

[LoveDomes]

G'day Captain Tom!

Here's a couple of steam locos that are believed to be 'safe' for use . . . . credit given as appropriate!

CP - 4-4-0 #136 (from: www.yesteryeardepot.com - photo: Paul Eilenberger collection)



CP - 4-4-0 #144 (from: www.yesteryeardepot.com - photo: Paul Eilenberger collection)

Until the next time!

Lars

[siberianmo]

G'day!

Thanx Rob for the support over here . . . always enjoy your contributions!

Continuing on with my Nostalgia "stuff" from earlier pages . . .

PASSENGER TRAIN NOSTALGIA #5

Here’s something to ponder with regard to our appreciation and fascination with
Classic Trains. Check this poster out regarding the Canadian Pacific from 1886:


A Red Letter DAY

For – Canada

June 28, ‘86

… WHEN THE …

CANADIAN PACIFIC Railway

OPENS to the PACIFIC OCEAN

………. TRAIN LEAVES DAILY: ……….
Toronto, - - - - - - 5.00 p.m.
Montreal - - - - - - 8.00 “
Ottawa, - - - - - - 11.45 “
………. except Sunday ……….

OUR OWN LINE

………. FROM THE ……….
ATLANTIC to the PACIFIC

NO CUSTOMS – NO DELAYS – NO TRANSFERS –
LOW RATES – QUICK TIME

for further particulars apply to any Agent of the Company, or to
W. D. HUGHES, Traveling Passenger Agent
W. R. CALLAWAY, District Passenger Agent
………. 110 King Street West, Toronto ……….

W. C. VAN HORNE, Vice President
GEO. OLDS, Cust. Traffic Manager
D. McNICOLL, General Pass. Agent
………. MONTREAL……….


Enjoy!

Tom

[trolleyboy]

Evening Tom, good to be back in the land of pixles 'n' things.Nice to see the CNR nostalgia so here's a nostalgic steam shot for everyone to go along with it.

CNR Hudson 5703 as repainted as 5700 at the Elgin county railway Musuem in St Thomas Ontario. I shot this at their Iron Horse Festival / train show in August of '98.

Shot of the Michigan Central ( Canada Southern ) and GT / CNR sattion just accross the track from the museum in St Thomas. The museum itself sits in whats left of the Canada Southern Shops. Photo also taken in 1998  ( by me )

 

Rob

 

[siberianmo]

G'day!

Good to see the return of trolleyboy Rob to this Thread and over at the bar! Back!

Continuing on with the Nostalgia from earlier pages . . . .

PASSENGER TRAIN NOSTALGIA #4

Here’s something to ponder with regard to our appreciation and fascination with
Classic Trains. Check this out (from The Official Guide of the Railways – 1956)

Did you know that the Canadian National Railways also owned and operated hotels in major cities along their main lines Check these out:

:

CANADIAN NATIONAL HOTELS, LTD.

City...…………....…Name..…..……………Rooms..…..Open

Ottawa, ON.………. Chateau Laurier……… 550……… All year
Winnipeg, MN.…… The Fort Garry.………. 265...….... All year
Edmonton, AB.…… The MacDonald……... 480……… All year
Saskatoon, SK...… The Bessborough……. 260……… All year
Vancouver, BC.…... Hotel Vancouver.……. 560...…… All year
Halifax, NS.….…… The Nova Scotian…… 150.……… All year
Charlottetown, PE.. The Charlottetown…... 110……… All year
St. John’s, NL.…… Newfoundland Hotel… 140……… All year
Montreal, QC.……. Queen Elizabeth…….........……… Under construction

Note: Hotel Vancouver operated jointly by CNR and CPR.


Enjoy!

Tom

[trolleyboy]

Good morning Cap'n Tom and the gang. I have indeed returned from the land of I'm not sure where.Just catching up with all that's been missed etc.

JAMES-You will indeed find us a welcoming if slightly bizarre bunch at the bar. I encourage you to follow Tom's advice take a peak at the earlier pages then jump on in. You seem to have a fine grasp of railroads in general and we would be happy to have you over there.

here's a couple UP shots from my last sojourne to UP territory in 1995. Mind you I was on a C&NW nostalgia trip at the time but, the UP stuff was there too so the shots were recorded.

Enjoy Rob