G'day Gents!
PASSENGER TRAIN NOSTALGIA #9
Initially Posted on Page 139 of the "original" Thread
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 Railway (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
G'day Cap'n Tom & fellow travelers at the bar!
Ruth my deAH - these flowers are for YOU, along with the box of chocolates. Please accept them as a token of my affection for YOU and all you've done to brighten up this joint place!
A tankard of Keiths, a Lars special hero sandwich of ham, Swiss, mustAHd 'n buttAH, two pickles from the barrel and of course a saucer of brine for Tex, a tray of seeds for Awk, ice cubes for Frostbite and a small jar of pickled pig's feet for Boris! <phew> Oh yes, a round for the house whenever it is a crowd should appear! <geesh>
Sunny day here in the Keys, some clouds but really nice all around. Touching the 80s about now and hard to believe some of you are freezing your butts off! <ha> Sorry!
The boat! Sorry 'bout that. Forgot to mention that Phil's vessel is a 39 ft Silverton, sleeps six comfortably, nice cabin layout, twin Volvo diesels, "all" of the latest electronics along with a great flying bridge. A "babe" magnet for sure! HOWEVER, since we're a couple of "codgers" who are VERY married, what good does that do us, huh
Some fine stuff posted on these past few pages and it's good to see the continuing activity at the bar. Looking at the list of customers that Cap'n Tom amassed, it's rather impressive when viewed as a whole. Of course, to get everyone here within a reasonable "window" of time is another story. Wonder how many guys actually showed up at the same time frames in the "old" days when the bar was humming along I recall seeing an awful lot of mention of slow days in past pages. Maybe we're not in such bad shape after all, just far different hours to keep.
My e-mail is back on line. So, here's the "scoop" last one I received from anyone at the bar was from Tom about the Rendezvous hotel arrangements (last week). So, please resend anything since then, thanks!
Really a "neat" way to kick off Valentine's Day, Cap'n Tom and my guess is the gals just love it! My Mrs. got a kick out of the little girl kissing the boy. She says that all changes PDQ as they get older. Wonder why she mentioned that
An interesting bunch o' stuff from Shane, but it surely "bent my mind" to dwell upon them. I'll wait for the answers, thank you very much!
Great Northern ads look good anytime you post 'em, Cap'n Tom! I like reading through those kinds of things as it brings back to mind some memories of when the magazines and newspapers ran ads for passenger train travel; billboards too.
Canadian events for the month of February was a winnAH along with the fine inclusive posts from all the guys - Pete 'n Eric in particular.
We're about to head out for the rest of the day into the evening. Phil says he knows of a place in one of the Keys where Valentine's Day is made to be even more of a special event. We're looking foward to it, but has me wondering Hmmmmm. Nah - I don't think the gals from that pre-Super Bowl gala would be there. Nah. <grin>
I'll try to connect with y'all before week's end . . .
Until the next time!
Lars
OPTIONAL Toy 'n Model Trains Day!
Initially Posted on Page 321 of the "original" Thread
Used with permission from: Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Formatting differences made necessary due to Forums requirements. Toy train A toy train is a toy that represents a train, distinguished from a model train by an emphasis on low cost and durability, rather than scale modeling. A toy train can be as simple as a pull toy that does not even run on track, or it might be operated by clockwork or a battery. Many toy trains blur the line between the two categories, running on electric power and approaching accurate scale. Standards The first widely adopted standards for toy trains running on track were introduced inLeipzig, Germany in 1891 by Märklin. Name . . . . . Width . . . . . Width . . . . . size . . . . . . . . . . Comments gauge . . . . . (metric) . . . . (imperial) Number 5 . . . . 120 mm . . . 4 5/8" . . . 1:8 . . . . . . . . . . Also known as V Gauge. Number 4 . . . . . 75 mm . . . 3 in. . . . . . 1:11 or 1:20 . . . . Also known as IV or 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . gauge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Measurement is sometimes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . also quoted at 2 15/16 in. Number 3 . . . . . 67 mm . . . 2 5/8 in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . also known as III, II, IIa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . gauges Number 2 . . . . . 54 mm . . . 2 1/8 in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . also know as II gauge. Number 1 . . . . . 45 mm . . . 1 ¾ in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Also known as I gauge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Used by modern G scale. Number 0 . . . . . 35 mm . . . 1 3/8 in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Introduced later, around 1900. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . This is modern O gauge. Märklin measured the gauge as the distance between the centers of the two outer rails, rather than the distance between the outer rails themselves. Lionel's Standard gauge is allegedly the result of Lionel's misreading these standards, as are the variances in O gauge between the United States and Europe. Most of these standards never really caught on, due to their large size, which made them impractical to use indoors, as well as the high price of manufacturing. Wide gauge trains, which are close in size to 2 gauge, are produced in limited quantities today, as are 1 gauge and O gauge trains. Of these, O gauge is the most popular. An O gauge Marx toy train set made in the late 1940s or early 1950s. GNU Free Documentation The modern standards for toy trains also include S gauge, HO scale, N scale, and Z scale, in descending order of size. HO and N scale are the most popular model railway standards of today; inexpensive sets sold in toy stores and catalogs are less realistic than those sold to hobbyists. O gauge arguably remains the most popular toy train standard. Another size that is attracting interest among hobbyists is building and operating trains from LEGO, or L gauge, which is roughly 1/38 scale. Although the words "scale" and "gauge" are often used interchangeably, toy train manufacturers have only recently concerned themselves with accurate scale. The terms "O scale" and "S scale" tend to imply serious scale modeling, while the terms "O gauge" and "S gauge" tend to imply toy trains manufactured by the likes of Lionel and American Flyer. While S gauge is fairly consistent at 1:64 scale, O gauge trains represent a variety of sizes. O gauge track happens to be 1/45 the size of real-world standard gauge track, so manufacturers in Continental Europe have traditionally used 1:45 for O gauge trains. British manufacturers rounded this up to 1:43, which is seven millimeters to the foot. U.S. manufacturers rounded it down to 1:48, which is a quarter-inch to the foot. However, most engaged in a practice of selective compression in order to make the trains fit in a smaller space, causing the actual scale to vary, and numerous manufacturers produced 1:64 scale trains-the proper size for S gauge-in O gauge, especially for cost-conscious lines. Some of the earliest O gauge trains made of tinplate weren't scale at all, made to unrealistic, whimsical proportions similar in length to modern HO scale, but anywhere from one and a half to two times as wide and tall. Some adult fans of toy trains operate their trains, while others only collect. Some toy train layouts are accessorized with scale models in an attempt to be as realistic as possible, while others are accessorized with toy buildings, cars, and figures. Some hobbyists will only buy accessories that were manufactured by the same company who made their trains. This practice is most common among fans of Marx and Lionel. History Toy trains can be enjoyed by both children and adults. (Fair Use) The earliest toy trains date from the 19th century and were often made of cast iron. Motorized units running on track soon followed, powered by a steam or clockwork engine. Some of these trains used clever methods to whistle and smoke. Toy trains were revolutionized when Märklin, a German firm that specialized in doll house accessories, sought to create an equivalent toy for boys where a constant revenue stream could be ensured by selling add-on accessories for years after the initial purchase. In addition to boxed sets containing a train and track, Märklin offered extra track, rolling stock, and buildings sold separately, creating the predecessor to the modern model train layout featuring buildings and scenery in addition to an operating train. Electric trains followed, with the first appearing in 1897, produced by the U.S. firm Carlisle & Finch. As electricity became more common in the early 20th century, electric trains gained popularity and as time went on, these electric trains grew in sophistication, gaining lighting, the ability to change direction, to emit a whistling sound, to smoke, to remotely couple and uncouple cars and even load and unload cargo. Toy trains from the first half of the 20th century were often made of lithographed tin; later trains were often made mostly of plastic. Prior to the 1950s, there was little distinction between toy trains and model railroads-model railroads were toys by definition. Pull toys and wind-up trains were marketed towards children, while electric trains were marketed towar
Hi Tom and all.
Yes RUTH they are some beautiful flowers from Lars. A pint of the usual,thanks.
JAMES Glad you liked the Amtak pics That was a interesting Belgium diesel, Eric provided some details, apparently there is only a few left in service now.
It would be good to hear any more details you have on the Chicago train show.
Thanks for the round.
ERIC This a good order for 500 electric locos. I wonder if the Chinese locos will be of simular appearance to the IORE locos.
Great picture. Is the train with the older cars in the left hand platform on a special, do you know which loco was hauling it.
Be careful having the late night Pastries,as any left over in the morning are given to the Our Place MascotsTEX tends to give a nip on the ankle if you have last one.
LARS You certainly know how to get back in to RUTH's good books. I will have a drink on your round if someone else calls in.There only seems a to be a 62 degree difference in temperature between where you are and here in Mid-MO.
Glad the e-mail is back on line, I had a simular problem a while back , but seemed to have cured itself, strange.
That seems a very interesting place where PHIL is going to take you all for Valentines Day. Are you going by boat.
TOM I bet Juneau enjoyed the snow,hope the sidewalks was not too slippery.
I sent the bride the great Valentines Day 'Amore'.
It would be interesting to know what different countries look in on the Classic Trains web-site I guess the magazine is sold in a lot of countries abroad.
Thanks for the Great Northern Railway nostagia. I wonder if the Empire Builder and the Western Star called at Rugby, North Dakota as the Amtrak Empire Builder does today. Have you ever been to Rugby N.D.. Thanks for the post on the Toy Train scales. Am I right in the first "V" scale the imperial width should be 4 5/8 inches not 4 feet.
I had a look back at the old Old Place and this was something I wrote then, I would like to post it again for model day
If you were travelling by rail to Ireland from England via Holyhead you would go along the North Wales coast. As the line gets to run near the sea there are stations serving the towns which are holiday resorts. One of these is a town called RHYL, as you approach the station westbound you go under a signal gantry, though with less than half the signal arms it had in the past. The main station building is still quite impressive but where the platforms were, that used to serve the many holidaymakers in summer when vacations were taken by train, is now a large supermarket. On leaving Rhyl station, after passing a H shaped bridge, on the right hand side, is a boating lake, if you are lucky you may see a minature steam train this is the Rhyl Minature Railway.Opened in 1911 it is the oldest UK minature railway. Rhyl was a favorite place for our vacation when I was a youngster and a ride on the train was a highlight, the train station was in the Fun Fair and took passengers around the boating lake. There is a great web-site, if you have time the history in words is worth a look. for pics of the locos etc.They have a Gagney of New York built c1910 4-4-0 loco.
http://www.users.globalnet.co.uk/~stownsen/rhyl/rhylmain.htm
The website is still there .
Well Ruth another Bathams please and a round .
Pete.
Hi Tom and everyone, a round for the house
New York connection weather report: Icy and the wind howls.
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Corrour, England 1986
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Class IORE locomotive at Kiruna
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New York Central MUs
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Grand Central Terminal
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Pan Am Building
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Tiny blurry picture of the old view
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New York Central Building
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Park Ave
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Ad, GM Electro-Motive and The Milwaukee Road
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Ad, Pennsylvania Railroad
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Yankee Stadium
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Polo Grounds, first home of the Mets
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Mike
Good morning Captain Tom and Gentlemen!!
Leon, it is time for an early breakfast! Yepp, you are right, coffee and a danish, if there is any left! Is that right, save one for TEX.
Tom – Beware of divorce lawyers! At least I did not forget what day it was today! We have to make sure we will survive another year! One way or the other. If I have to “dip” I’ll keep my eyes open for Boris. I had very definite plans to move to Australia 1966! Austrlia wanted people and had a drive in Scandinavia. They paid all costs if you stayed at least three years. I was going to move to Brisbane, Queensland. Also a place with no snow! I subscribed to a daily newspaper for several months to prepare myself. I’ll remember the pastries!If you are talking about my picture it is an EMU, Class X1. Used since 1967 (40 years this year!) for commuter trains around Stockholm. They are now being retired and scrapped and the last ones will probably be gone in a year or so. I have spent many hours operating those trains. Another Great Northern Railway ad! One question, what the kind of car is a Ranch-Lounge? At least I can say I have traveled on former Great Northern tracks. I had hoped to have some model trains to show this week, but I have been too busy at work. Thanks for the Standard! I have a train set gauge Number 1 and some tracks for it. I am thinking about using it for a Garden railway to be built after my retirement. Interesting info on toy and model trains! The last picture shows a Brio train (made in Sweden).
Class X1 cab before the ATC equipment was installed.
Lars – I think you saved your relationship with Ruth giving her flowers today! I don’t even want to think about what could have happened if you had missed that! We had only 65° F today, far from your 80’s! But we will probably hit 80 this coming weekend. Pete – I don’t know what the Chinese locos are going to look like, have not seen any pictures. I’ll see if I can find any. Thanks for the warning about taking the last pastry and TEX! The train with the older cars was indeed a special, pulled by a steam locomotive, a 2-6-4 Class S1. I’ll try to show a picture of it in a few days. Mike – Thanks for the drink! A whole bunch of interesting pictures and old ads! Even found a Class IORE! The body walls are made of 1.57” thick sheet metal to make those locos heavy.
Eric
Denali Star - from my personal collection
A blue sky morning for the trek "up the hill" with Juneau the Wonder Husky! Temps are in the low single digits (F) and predicted to get to zero tomorrow. Wunnerful! <grin>
Coffee's freshly ground ‘n brewed, <light> ‘n <traditional> breakfasts ready for orderin' - and The Mentor Village Bakery case is "chock full o' pastries"! So, what's stoppin' ya
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS!
Lars at 12:12 PM yesterday: A "report" from sunny Marathon in the middle Keys! <envy> The guy knows how to make it "hurt," eh <grin>
Good to see ya, Mate and there's little doubt that this get-away of yours must rank right up there with the best. All that's missing is a train trip in a dome!
I try my best to NOT think about the current situation here at the bar insofar as numbers go. In the best of times, we'd always manage to have 3 or 4 morning Posts, a couple in the early afternoon, and several thereafter. Just call up the "original" Thread and go back about 15 months or so. Sure, there were times where things were "slack," but not at the levels we've become accustomed to ‘round here.
However, we do have a fine nucleus of guys who are far more in substance and interest in the overall sense. So, that's a sure-fire-winner in my book!
Thanx for the description of Phil's vessel! Also got your Email in response to the Rendezvous info sent yesterday.
You've captured my curiosity regarding Valentine's Day night . . . waiting for the story!
Pete at 3:31 PM yesterday: "Eagle Eye Pete" strikes again! I made the correction to the Wikipedia article - don't know where the "ft" came from. You surely have an eye for detail!
Sidewalks are difficult, but the footing is fine in spite of the icy underlay. Juneau is having NO problems! <grin>
An interesting question regarding the Empire Builder's stops . . . perhaps we'll get an answer from "one who knows"! I'll do a bit of browsing as well . . .
Thanx for the Encore! Rhyl submission ‘n link!
Mike at 10:44 PM yesterday: A URL report from "silent Mike" in frozen New York. (See what you're MISSING Lars <groan>)
The Polo Grounds was not only the first home for the Mets (I saw several games that inaugural season), but also for the New York Giants of baseball AND football. Saw scores of baseball games and dozens of football contents there. Great photo that rekindled some fond memories. Used to be able to see Yankee Stadium from certain vantage points in the upper decks of the Polo Grounds. Got a kick out of it when the Yanks were also at home and you could see the lights and so forth.
Most interesting NYC MUs - electrified - and the 3rd rail too! All brings back equally fond thoughts!
Nice RR ads, et al!
Eric at 1:05 AM today: Australia - ahhhhhh, what might have been.
At the end of a 5 year "hitch" (extended for one) I came across a "flyer" from the Government of Australia that was posted in the lobby of the building I worked in (U.S. Customs House, lower Manhattan). Seems that the Aussies were looking for high speed radio telegraphers and offered quite an "inducement" for anyone interested. They would pay your way to Australia,, by ship, and provide room ‘n board along with a job (payed much more than I made as a brand new E-6 in those days). The job was guaranteed for one year. At the end of that period, one had to make a decision whether to stay, and file for citizenship, or return home. I really gave it LOTS of thought, but obviously opted to remain with what I was doing. Was (and is) always something to think about.
For info on the GNs Ranch-Lounge cars, check out this URL: http://www.gngoat.org/ranch_car.htm
Essentially, six of the Empire Builder's lounge cars featured the "brands" and motifs of various ranches of the era. An interesting question and informative link - check it out!
Nice cab shot!
Reminder: Ruth has the bar from 9 AM until Leon the Night Man comes in at 5 PM ‘til closing. Tonight is Fish 'n Chips Nite! Dinner begins at 5 PM!
Boris, serve ‘em all of the "spiked" OJ they can handle!
Tom
PASSENGER TRAIN NOSTALGIA #10
Initially Posted on Page 140 of the "original" ThreadHere'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
G-day Tom and all present.
Ruth- could I get a coffee and a turkey sandwich please. Thanks
Well, I think were going to warm up just a little here in the cold north. I see lars is enjoying himself in warm temperatures. <groan> I want to be there...
Eric- I think the next time I'm going to be taking the train up to the Grand Canyon. It sounds like a lot of fun. Since my grandparents live in Arizona and are only a 200 miles from the GC, I'm sure we will visit again. Also liked the picture you had. The white light caught my eye because, The U.S of A doesn't use them as much anymore. Some of the east coast lines like the old B&O may still use them. Outside of that I think there mostly gone.
Also thanks for showing the interior picture of the X1. Some really interesting controls in that locomotive.
Tom- That would be great if the rendezous could be held in Chicago. Like I said, I go each year and it's a lot of fun.
Your Great Northern passenger nostalgia caught my eye. This September I am probably going to Sacromento, CA by train. Infact the train that would take us out there would be the Empire Builder. Besides that, Nice nostalgia.
Pete- Pretty much what happens at the Chicago show is this. We drive down with some friends to Arlington Park, Illinois and stay at the Sheraton Hotel, since the show is held at the hotel in there convention center. There, O scale trains are sold swapped and bought. It's really fun. We have our own table and everything. After that we go around to some layouts in Chiacgo and enjoy watching models. It's just an all around good time.
Mike- I another nice selection of pics from you sir. I really liked the Grand Central terminal. Looking down on it is quite a new perspective on things. Also liked the milwaukee road Ad.
Thanks for sharing.
Happy Railroading
James
Thanks Ruth, but I'm still on my first cup of coffee.
Just found some interesting articles on signaling.
Centralized traffic control (CTC) is a signalling system used by railroads. The system consists of a centralized train dispatcher's office that controls railroad switches in the CTC territory and the signals that railroad engineers must obey in order to keep the railroad's traffic moving safely and smoothly across the railroad. In the dispatcher's office is a graphical depiction of the railroad on which the dispatcher can keep track of trains' locations across the territory that the dispatcher controls. Larger railroads may have multiple dispatcher's offices and even multiple dispatchers for each operating division.
Development and technology
CTC was designed to enable the train dispatcher to control train movements directly, bypassing local operators and eliminating written train orders. Instead, the train dispatcher could directly see the trains' locations and efficiently control the train's movements by displaying signals and controlling switches. It was also designed to enhance safety by detecting track occupancy and automatically preventing trains from entering signal blocks already occupied by other trains (see interlocking).
The basic component of a CTC system is detecting track condition and occupancy. The track at either end of the signal block is electrically insulated, and within the block a small electrical current passes through the track. When a train passes a signal and enters a block, the metal wheels and axle of the train short-circuit the current, which causes a relay associated with the track circuit to itself become de-energized. (See track circuit and rail circuit.) Additionally, any fault in the rail or failure in the signal system, such as a broken rail, a cut wire, or a power failure, will cause the relay to de-energize. When this relay is de-energized, the system understands the track to be occupied or damaged, and the signals show it as such to prevent a train from proceeding and encountering harm.
Signals and signal blocks
The most prominent feature of CTC is its signals. Signals govern movement over the section of track, or signal block, between that signal and the following signal.
When calculating the size of the blocks and, therefore, the spacing between the signals, the following has to be taken into account:
A signal is placed where signal blocks meet. Separate signals are placed for trains traveling in opposite directions. Signals are generally placed on the right side of the track; however, opposing signals may both be mounted on the same signal mast in opposite directions or may be located on an overhead support system.
These signals are one of two types: an absolute signal, which is directly controlled by the train dispatcher and is located at a control point, or an intermediate signal, which is automatically controlled by the conditions of the track in that signal's block and by the condition of the following signal. Train dispatchers cannot directly control intermediate signals.
Signals have aspects and indications. The aspect is the visual appearance of the signal; the indication is the meaning.
Enjoy!
I will be back later for some more input on signals.
Info from: Wikipedia
PASSENGER TRAIN NOSTALGIA #11
Initially Posted on Page 143 on the "original" Thread
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
Good Afternoon Barkeep and all Present; coffee, please; bricks for the boots; round for the house and $ for the jukebox. Lovely cold weather here with several inches of scattered snow showers on the ground, all you have to do to move it is use a broom which is a good thing. Powers that be have had us running around and doing things.
A few comments and answers to the quiz.
Mike sent some more pictures. The P motor is at Harmon, NY - if you look sharp you can see a set of NYC RDC cars in the background. They were delivered "plain faced" and had the safety stripes added later (for obvious reasons).
The little view of GCT shows the NYC bldg. in the background as I remember it.
Nice shot of the Waldorf with the Empire State in the background.
The P Company ad is good because it gives an idea of how large a railroad it was - not just the NY Division.
Yankee Stadium (aka the House of Pain) as God intended it to be. I'll bet our "Steamed Proprietor (and LBL) both remember when the beloved Giants played there. IIRC, that was where Chuck Bednarik put an almighty hurt on Frank Gifford. An iconic picture from the day. Gifford was never the same after that. Also enjoyed the shot of the Polo Grounds, and I mentally replayed the film clip of Willie Mays making "THE CATCH" off Vic Wertz in the World Series. IIRC, again there was a huge Chesterfield cigarette sign in center field.
Eric sent comments as did Pete and Lars.
James posyted a CTC primer.
Last (but never least) our "Steamed Proprietor provided nostalgic items and other materials for our edification.
Here's the answer(s) to the politically correct quiz.
1] A canine which gives vent to his sentiment by a series of vocal effects seldom finds use for his bicuspids.
A: A barking dog never bites.
2] When urging abandonment or acceptance of an idea or course of action, one should also follow his own directives.
A: Practice what you preach.
3] Those that possess unusually little mentality frequently project themselves precipitately into situations where winged ethereal likenesses of man hesitate to perambulate.
A: Fools rush in where angels fear to tread.
4] Evidence as to whether the custard is edible is only determined upon consumption.
A: The proof is in the pudding.
5] Egotism prophesies the speedy affect of the law of gravity.
A: Pride goeth before a fall.
6] Palatable animal tissue for one is like taking arsenic to another.
A: One man's meat is another man's poison.
7] Deviation from the ordinary or common routine of experience is that which gives zest to man's cycle of existence.
A: Variety is the spice of life.
8] Although one is the only remaining factor should not cast him as being low quality.
A: Last but not least.
9] Avoid calculating the possible number of your juvenile poultry before the usual period of incubation has been fully accomplished.
A: Don't count your chickens before they hatch.
10] A moving projectile does not attract leafy growths.
A: A rolling stone gathers no moss.
11] He who locks himself into the arms of Morpheus promptly at eventide and starts the day before it is officially announced by the rising sun excels in physical fitness, increases in economic assets, and celebrates with remarkable efficiency.
A: Early to bed, early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise.
12] The 212-degree mark is not obtained by visible mean in cooking.
A: A watched pot never boils.
Now for a brain-busting railroad question.
Which well-known eastern railroad had the slogan "The Rhine, the Alps, and the Battlefield Line?"
Work safe
"They" say that the high today was 15 (F) . . . going to be colder tomorrow . . . Speaking of which, I'll be gone for most of the morning and into mid-afternoon. Soooooo, let's see if we have the guys to step up to keep us going.
A reminder: Saturday is now our ENCORE! - and - Photo Posting Day! Sundays we are CLOSED up tighter 'n a tick!
James at 11:47 AM ‘n 11:55 AM today: Surprise late morning visit!
FYI - Amtrak's Empire Builder runs from Chicago to Seattle, WA or Portland, OR (train "splits" at Spokane, WA). In order to get down to Sacramento, you'll have to take the Coast Starlight either in Seattle (where it originates) or down the coast a bit in Portland.
If Sacramento is your ultimate destination and you want to get there by the most direct rail route - it's the California Zephyr out of Chicago.
Suggest you check out the Amtrak web site where you can research all of the trains and create an itinerary through the reservations page "just for fun."
Interesting, but rather "involved" article regarding CTC. Would be nice to have some illustrations to support it, kinda like Eric provided. However, good stuff and always fits well ‘round here to get conversations going . . .
CM3 at 3:05 PM today: Answers to the "word Smythe" quiz . . . Figured I got half of ‘em correct, without "straining" my aging grey matter! <grin>
Chesapeake & Ohio is the answer to the "The Rhine, the Alps, and the Battlefield Line."
Source: http://mononrr.com/mpages/pages/rn.html#R
I know it MUST appear as if I attended EVERY significant sporting event in New York City back in the 50s ‘n 60s, but that's not really the case. HOWEVER, I was in Yankee Stadium that Sunday when Bednarik put the "hurt" on Gifford. I WASN'T in the Polo Grounds when Mays made that fantastic catch - and don't forget an equally unbelievable throw - BUT did watch in on TV!
I never really liked Giants football in Yankee Stadium, for I was "spoiled" by growing up with ‘em in the Polo Grounds.
Leon - give 'em all a drink, and Boris ring the ding!
Good evening Tom and friends. I'll have a bottomless draught and by a round for the house. Belated congrats on reching the 22nd month milestone two days ago. Seems to be some nice activity here as usual, with the also usual fine postings.
Yesterday was my bride and my anniversary. We celebrated by hopping the Metra into Chicago, to see the play "Wicked", which by the way, is first rate! By the way, I highly recommend using E-Bay to buy theatre tickets. You will get better seats for a lot less money! The temperature was near zero, and it snowed, but we had a real nice time.
We're all signed-up for our Victorian tour in Barrington Hills on March 31st, so I'll be sharing pictures of that. I've also been getting some real nice e-mails from Tom outlining the Rendezvous in April. We are going to have a great time!
Marathon is nice, if you like warm temperatures, scuba diving, fishing, or relaxing. Seems pretty cushy living to me though, and where's their hockey team? Poor Lars.
Anyhow, just popped in to stay in touch. Weekends are my only time to get into my trains anymore. Everyone take care. I'll leave a roll of Michigan Quarters in the Coal Scuttle.
A pint of something strong please LEON I have just lost my post(how I managed that this time is beyond me).
MIKE More great links. Wonderful pics of New York and three great railroad ads.
Great photo of Corrour on the West Highland Line in Scotland(not England). The locomotive is an England Electric class 37/4 Co-Co 1,750HP diesel electric hauling MK1 carriages.The 37/4 locos were modified at Crewe works from the standard 37s to be able to provide electric train heat after steam heat was phased out on BR. All the passenger services on the West Highland are in the hands of DMUs today apart from the Fort William sleeper.Although I believe the newer class 67 locos are taking over from the 37/4s on the sleeper. The 37s are ending their over 40 year reign on BR, they have been a very good loco.
The photo must have been taken soon after the Radio Electronic Token Block(RETB) was introduced on the line. there is the sign informing drivers to stop and get the RETB token for the next single line section, also in the pic is the signal posts that carried the removed semaphore signal arms. I have found a couple of links that explaines about RETB.
http://members.madasafish.com/~dysgraphyk/156/class156_retb.htm
http://www.signalbox.org/branches/aj/
ERIC I am looking forward to the pics of the class S1 steam loco on the special. Do you know if there are many steam specials run on the main line in Sweden today.
I guess that the IORE locomotives had to be made heavy to give better adhesion with the very high horesepower they produced.
JAMES I am sure you will have a great time in Chicago.
I found the post on the CTC signalling very interesting Thanks It will be great to read some more about North American signals. The links I have put in my reply to Mike tell about radio being used on BR, although it has only been used in fairly recent times there, I think radio as been used a lot longer over here to despatch trains.
TOM They are saying we are in for the coldest night tonight BRRRR then getting warmer. There is an old saying in England that if the snow hangs about it is waiting for more.
Thanks for the UP and PRR nostalgia ADs. I think there is still a train from Chicago to Denver as I was in Denver a couple of years ago. I think the train is about Breakfast time westbound and late evening eastbound. We did look into going on this but it was a long bus connection from Kansas City, where we were at the time. I dont know if the bus connection is even there any more.
What a great trip it would be from St Louis to New York by train.I guess it is many years since there was a rail service between the two cities.
That really is an interesting lnk to the GN Ranch-Lounge cars, as you say very well worth checking out.
DOUG Just caught your post. Glad you had a good evening at the theatre and the Barrington Hills tour is something well worth looking forward to as is the rendezvous.Thanks for the round
Well I shall be away from the bar for a couple of days, as we are off to the bride's moms, so let me get a round in Leon and I'll have some Fish'N'Chips to give me energy to make sure the bar is well stocked.
Good morning Captain Tom and all present!!
Leon, just a cup of coffee, please! No, I have to get up early so I can't stay long. No, keep the change!
Tom – I can only repeat what you said about Australia, – what might have been!? I have my papers somewhere in a box in the attic. Thanks for the info on the Ranch Car! I like the interior! Nice cars from 1951, equipped with air conditioning and disc brakes. I like the UP ad! I think there were pretty good connections between Chicago and Denver back then. Leave in the late afternoon and arrive there in the early morning.Too bad we can’t take the Jeffersonian to St. Louis in May! James – X1 is an EMU that first saw service in 1967. Each unit consists of two cars. Usually they are running 2-4 units together. Interesting info on CTC! Back when I worked as a locomotive dispatcher (mid 80’s) I had my desk behind the train dispatchers in a CTC central. I got 2 days training as a train dispatcher. Not that I was supposed to work as one, just to get a feeling for what kind of job they were doing.
CM3 – The answers to the political correct quiz are... hmm, too obvious to figure out. At least for me! Question number 7 explains why I am not a wealthy person! It is because I am an evening person and I hate early mornings! The morning people rule the world. Doug – Happy Belated Anniversary!! Nice to see you again even if it s only for a short moment!Pete – The RETB seems to be very similar to the Swedish Radio Block Signaling system. I don’t know very much about it so I will not draw any conclusions on how similar it is. I’ll see if I can find more info on it. Thanks for the links. I have to come back to them later to read all the info.As far as I know there are a number of steam specials run on the main line in Sweden every year. I wouldn’t say many, but some. You are correct about IORE. It needs a lot of weight to be able to use all that power. It weighs 661,500 lb and the Tractive Effort is 1350 kN (303,750 lbf).
Yeah, I know. I looked younger then! The picture was taken 1982 when I (as usual) was operating a X1 train set.
*Idiot of the Week #4
A motorist was unknowingly caught in an automated speed trap that
measured his speed using radar and photographed his car. He later
received in the mail a ticket for $40 and a photo of his car.
Instead of payment, he sent the police department a photograph of
$40. Several days later, he received a letter from the police that
contained another picture, this time of handcuffs. He immediately
mailed in his $40.
Wise guy....... but you still get a sign
STAY ALERT!
They walk among us .. and they REPRODUCE ..!!!
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Good <brrrrrrrrrrr> morning <brrrrrrrrrrrrr> from the frigid mid-continent of the USA! If it hasn't gone below zero - well, I'll be the first to tell ya it feels like it. And of course, Juneau the Wonder Husky is in his element! <yay>
Coffee's hot - pastries fresh ‘n breakfasts are ready!
I'll be gone for the rest of this morning and into mid-afternoon . . .
Acknowledgments!
Doug at 8:14 PM yesterday: A special treat with a visit from the barndad! Sounds like you and your bride enjoyed your Anniversary! Belated best wishes . . .
Had no clue one could purchase show Tix on eBay! <geesh> Why not, eh
Hockey in the Keys! Why not, eh Hockey in Florida, Georgia, Arizona, southern California, Texas and anywhere else where people attend games in shorts is beyond my limited comprehension! <arrrrggghhhh>
Thanx for the round ‘n the quarters!
Pete at 9:11 PM yesterday: Once doesn't require a "reason" for losing a Post on these Forums - as "reasons" are never given! Happens, eh
Thanx for the links ‘n discussion!
The Amtrak train from Chicago to Denver you referred to is the California Zephyr.
There were soooooooo many trains in ‘n out of St. Louis during the peak of passenger rail travel in this country. Now, in order to travel to the east coast one must first get to Chicago.
We'll miss ya while you're gone . . . good job keeping the stocks "up"!
Eric at 1:15 AM today: IF only we could take the Jeffersonian once agan! Heck, I'd fly to New York just to make the return trip by train for our Rendezvous!!
Nice that you have Pix of yourself back in the days when you had your rail career. I have very few, but then again, most of us didn't think to take photos while hanging on for dear life out at sea!
Appreciate your taking the time to stop in - however - five bucks for a cuppa Joe! <grin>
Reminder: Ruth has the bar from 9 AM until Leon the Night Man comes in at 5 PM ‘til closing. Tonight is Pizza ‘n Beer Nite - and - Steak ‘n Fries Nite! Dinner begins at 5 PM.
PASSENGER TRAIN NOSTALGIA #12
Initially Posted on Page 145 of the "original" Thread
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
Good Morning Barkeep and All Preset; coffee, please, fresh bricks for the boots; round for the house and $ for the jukebox. Temperature here this a.m. was about 4 degrees; may get up to 15 this p.m. and then three more days of "snow showers" which means that the rotary will be fired up.
Barndad stopped by for a visit, good to hear from you.
Pete also stopped in with comments.
Eric - We were all young once (LOL) - but it was a long time ago!
Our ‘Steamed Proprietor gets the prize for the quiz question.
Chesapeake and Ohio is correct.
Rhine - was for the New River
Alps was for the Mountains
Battlefield was for all the Civil War battlefields near the C&O.
Also thanks for NP material.
Here's some consist information (c. 1969) for NP "name" trains.
Trains 1 and 2 "Mainstreeter"
Slumbercoach (8 double rooms 24 single rooms between Chicago and Seattle). One Slumbercoach operated via CB&Q between Chicago and Minneapolis and another on NP 1 and 2 between Minneapolis and Seattle.
Reclining seat coaches
Economy buffet car
Trains 25 and 26 "North Coast Limited"
Dome buffet sleeper
Sleepers including duplex roomettes, roomettes, duplex single rooms, bedrooms.
Vista dome coaches
Reclining Seat day-nite coaches
Travellers rest car (Buffet lounge)
Dining car
"Check-in desk for coach seats on the North Coast Limited at the Chicago Union Station. Passengers must check-in at least 10 minutes before train departure time. Desk is near train gate.
I'm ready to leave now!
Hello Tom
Just a quick call by - I'll have a beer and leave some change on the bar for a round for whoever is in. Been a bad week this week with tasks to do - not even managed catch up since my last post really - although I'm aware I owe a few replies on this and that. Eventually I'll find time as reviewing the posts is very pleasant! Various evenings I've had to meet up with people in my local pub too - so you can see how the pressure is on!
This was just to say I have no intention of joining the legion of the lost so will be back with you as soon as I can.
Very best wishes
DL
Ruth my deAH, I'll take a double hit of JD on the rocks, a round for the house and treats for the critters. Yes, yes, include a small jar of pickled pig's feet for our resident Cyclops, Boris!
Gee Tom, had I known you weren't going to be around, I'd have checked in earlier. Sorry ‘bout that! Wuddathunk some of the guys . . . but then again, WHAT guys!
Valentine's Day and night was spectacular and perhaps never to be done quite as nicely as we experienced. Phil surely treated us all to one fantastic event. Let me tell y'all just a bit about it.
Little Torch Key is the location and Little Palm Island is where we were treated to a fabulous evening. Dinner was outside under a mostly clear sky with the temperatures comfortable enough to only have to wear a light sweater, if that. Dinner by torch light. How's that for romantic! It's really a South Seas type resort located right here in the states! The only way to the island is by sea plane or boat. Now that's rather exclusive, huh I'm telling you guys, this IS the life! A gold-star 5- salute for sure!
We remained aboard Phil's boat for the night as no one really wanted to navigate back up the Keys after such a relaxing and fun time. I can just imagine what that may have led to! <ugh> Got back yesterday afternoon to dropping temperatures and rather unseasonable weather. Could it be the COLD has gotten this far SOUTH!!
Now back to reality. We'll be packing up and heading north next week. <boo hoo> Sorry to leave all of this. However, if there's one thing the Mrs. and I have surely learned it is that IF the resources are available, one should DO the things they've always wanted to DO, while able. No point in moaning and groaning later on in life about "shuddas & cuddas."
Want to make a comment about our Rendezvous in St. Louis. Cap'n Tom, you've really put together one fantastic agenda and the Good Lord Willing and the creek don't rise, I'll be there! Even the Mrs. is envious of what we'll all be doing! She does understand that this is for the "boys" and of course those who have spent so much time at "Our" Place, that for us, it somehow becomes REALITY.
Can't comment on the Toronto get together, but I'd say this one coming is going to be hard to top. Really looking forward to it. x 5!
Thanks for all the nostalgia posts, Cap'n Tom! Really keeps things perkin' along. Phil has enjoyed them too, but still seems reluctant to "jump in." Says he's really not ‘into' stuff like this, but is fascinated by the enormous amount of "quality" posts. Now that's a compliment, huh
Ok, time for me to skedaddle. Not sure what the weekend plans are, but things are going to be a bit on the chilly side. So I'm sure we'll not be on the water! <grin>
Ooops, I think Leon is asleep... Hey, Leo... That's okay! No I am not going to tell! Kind of slow Friday night I guess. No, okay, a $5 cup of coffee, please. Do you really? Okay, I'll have a danish as well! Thank you!
Tom – I hope St. Louis will get a little bit warmer in May! Pictures of myself working for the railroad are few. The one I showed last night was taken by the conductor without any warning. So I did not have a chance to improve my make up. Same thing about a picture of me operating the X2000. I did not even notice that they (ABB, the manufacturer) took it and then they used it in their ads around the world for quite some time. I know, five bucks for a cup of coffee is kind of steep. But what can I do? Smile and looke happy! Coffee is always coffee! Almost. Northern Pacific Railway! Riding a Vista-Dome through the Rockies and the Cascades must have been real nice! Wonder if they passed through the mountains during night time? CM3 – You are right, we were all young once! Now I am 27++ and that is not too bad. At least that is what I feel like. The NP consist info is interesting. When did NP cease their passenger service? 1971?DL – Thanks for the round! Hope to see you again soon!Lars – You obviously had a fantastic Valentine’s Day evening!! Sounds like a place very close to Paradise! The only thing missing would be a railroad!?
Since it is Saturday, Photo Posting Day, I'll add a few pictures in random order.
Narrow gauge box car.
Pete, a narrow gauge roundhouse! Still standing today but not in use.
Also for Pete, Class S1 approaching with a short train. A closer look at the locomotive in a few days.
Where in the world is the X2000? And what track?
What signal aspects do we see here? Check the next picture.
Again, signal aspects used in Sweden.
With the light snow falling, mixed with freezing rain, the tracks made by Juneau during this past week have been pretty much covered over. Not much more on the way though, as this too shall pass. "They" say we'll be in the mid-40s (F) early in the week. <boooooo hisssss>
I see we're off to a glorious start for our combined Photo Posting ‘n ENCORE! day ‘round the Tavern by the Tracks! For anyone who has totally missed the reminders Posted throughout the past week, we've made some changes here at "Our" Place.
Sunday the place is CLOSED up tighter ‘n a tick! Slide all messages through the mail slots on either set of front doors. BUT, I'll not be ‘round to read ‘em! A day of REST.
Saturday is now our "official" ENCORE! Saturday ‘n Photo Posting Day! Simple enough, eh <youbetcha!>
I'm not expecting very much activity today, as Pete is gone - Rob is gone (to where and for how long, who knows - Doug is gone (maybe) - our Monday thru Friday crew is gone (CM3 ‘n DL) - Lars is still in paradise - BK "down under" and so on . . . . So, we'll just "take what we gets!" <grin>
CM3 at 9:51 AM yesterday: I won! I won! So, WHAT did I win <grin>
Good stuff on the Northern Pacific, I'm ready to go as well. What a great Rendezvous trip that would be, eh
Thanx for the quarters 'n round!
DL at 12:47 PM yesterday: Always good to have you aboard, even if for a brief stop! Never expected you to be one of "those" who just disappears . . . so, we'll be looking forward to a return to "normalcy" when your work and other commitments permit!
Lars at 4:06 PM yesterday: The four of you must've really had quite a Valentine's Day! Now THAT's the way to "do it," eh I checked out some of the info on the web for the "paradise" you visited and it surely seems a bit "over the top" for the likes of Moi! HOWEVER, surely wouldn't mind experiencing it - just ONCE! Thanx for sharing the info with us . . .
Over time, I've met more than a few people who have expressed themselves thusly, "Gee, I wish I wudda done this or that!" So, I concur wholeheartedly with your assessment of doing those things in your "mind's eye" NOW. Sure, there are other factors to consider, but don't let any of ‘em become obstacles! There is a difference.
Thanx for stopping by . . .
Eric at 1:33 AM today: I can see how accidents occur on the rails. Signals can be difficult to discern at certain distances when reaction time is critical. Same when one is out at sea peering thru the "binocs" and wonderin' this ‘n that about a vessel's course and intentions. Interesting similarities, eh
If those signals in the foreground are approach signals, then on the right it looks like "expect stop," whereas on the right it is "expect clear." Now for the signals further on down the line, wouldn't wager a guess. What say you
That's quite a Pix of the rail yard - lots of passenger equipment. Could be most anywhere, but I await your details! X2000 Why it's just "nosing" out of the train shed! <grin>
Thanx for the Pix! You're the FIRST to kick off our new format, soooooo - coffee's on the house!
Reminder: Ruth has the bar from 9 AM until Leon the Night Man comes in at 5 PM ‘til closing. Tonight is Steak 'n all the trimminings Nite! Dinner begins at 5 PM.
Good morning Tom and gang! One light breakfast please.
We've got another snowy day here in Chicagoland, but only a few inches. So today is a picture/ENCORE day, and I just happen to have a few from our trip into Chicago last Wednesday. Today is another paint-day for me, so I'll be in and out. Also got an ADT security guy showing up in a few hours to discuss a system that will keep burglars from coming in and switching my SP model tender backwards, like must have happened recently.
Good to see manager Lars and details on his ordeals in the sunny Keys of Florida. Poor guy ... missing all this snow.
Glad to see a CN&W car in todays pix (courtesy of Eric), because here's the old CN&W heralds on the walls of the station (now Ogilvie). Sorry for the poor quality, but you can't get to this location except by train.
Really enjoyed the other pix too, especially the narrow gage roundhouse.
The other train pix inside the station were even worse, so no use showing those. We went to the Oriental Theatre to see "Wicked"
Here's a picture of the ... um whatever this is ... in front of the Thompson Center
That's all the pictures for now. I'll be back later with more!
Upon entering the little country store, the stranger noticed a sign saying: "DANGER! BEWARE OF DOG!" posted on the glass door. Inside he noticed a harmless old hound dog asleep on the floor besides the cash register.
He asked the store manager, "Is THAT the dog folks are supposed to beware of?"
"Yep, that's him," he replied.
The stranger couldn't help but be amused. "That certainly doesn't look like a dangerous dog to me. Why in the world would you post that sign?"
"Because" the owner replied, "before I posted that sign, people kept tripping over him."
Hey Doug! Nice to see ya, was wonderin . . . .
Not sure I "understand" all of the Pix, but appreciate 'em nonetheless.
It's trying to snow here, but all "they" are calling for are flurries with perhaps nothing more than an inch total throughout the day. <barf> I WANT snow, butt deep to an elephant would be just fine with us!
So, let's see what I can "dig up" for this first Saturday Photo Posting Day!
The Santa Fe should be fine . . .
ATSF Along Your Way (1945) (fair use provision)
The Chief drumhead
ATSF F7B (public domain)
ATSF F7A #300C (foto credit: unknown)
ATSF Super Chief Drumhead (fair use provision)
Catch y'all later on . . . .
This is ENCORE! Saturday ‘n Photo Posting Day!
at "Our" Place!
We are CLOSED on SUNDAYs!Starting tomorrow at the Mentor Village Emporium Theatre!
. . . Sunday, February 18th thru 24th: Runaway Train (1986) Starring: Jon Voight, Eric Roberts, Rebecca De Mornay, Kyle T. Heffner & John P. Ryan - and - Strangers On A Train (1951) Starring: Farley Granger, Ruth Roman, Robert Walker, Leo G. Carroll & Patricia Hitchcock. SHORT: The Three Stooges - Calling All Curs (1939).
Runaway Train (1986)
PLOT SUMMARY:
A hardened convict and a younger prisoner escape from a brutal prison in the middle of winter only to find themselves on an out-of-control train with a female railway worker while being pursued by the vengeful head of security.
from: amazon.com
Strangers On A Train (1951)
Psychotic mother's boy Bruno Anthony meets famous tennis professional Guy Haines on a train. Guy wants to move into a career in politics and has been dating a senator's daughter (Ann Morton) while awaiting a divorce from his wife. Bruno wants to kill his father, but knows he will be caught because he has a motive. Bruno dreams up a crazy scheme whereby he and Guy exchange murders. Guy takes this as a joke, but Bruno is serious and takes things into his own hands.
SHORT: Calling All Curs (1939)PLOT SUMMARY: Featuring Moe, Larry & Curly
The Stooges are veterinarians treating a rich lady's dog Garcon. Two men, posing as reporters, come to check out the Stooges' clinic. They are really dognappers who capture Garcon and hold him for a $2000 ransom. The Stooges then search for Garcon and arrive at the home of the dognappers. The boys thwart the villains and find Garcon in a closet with puppies.
from: threestooges.net
Ruth, I'll take a number three from the menu board, a steaming mugga Joe with a "BK" splash and a couple of pastries from the Mentor Bakery. My, my you look simply radiant, as usual, this fine day!
Another day in paradise, but the temperatures have dipped into the 60's for the HIGH! Good Grief Charlie Brown! <grin> Not to worry, skies are partly cloudy and lots of blue up there. Going to be a bit chilly for these parts, but a warm up is anticipated in a couple of days.
Time has really passed quickly for us and we'll be back home this time next week. Mixed emotions on that. The Mrs. and I have found THE place we want to spend more time at and it surely looks as if we will.
Just got back from "house hunting" as a matter of fact. Spent more than a few hours scouring the area for that "just right" place. Many, many condos and I've always had a FEAR of owning one. We'd much prefer the "townhouse" arrangement. But, I know we'd have NO problems with renting or leasing out either for the times we wouldn't be here. Looks as if that's what we may do. Just gotta find that "perfect" spot. Fortunately we have Phil and his Mrs. to help us out, at least until they return to upstate NY in the spring.
Nice pix from Eric and I think my "vote" is cast alongside that of the Cap'n for those signal displays.
Having spent the bulk of my seagoing career below decks, light displays were restricted to the varied and assorted machinery and panels found there. While on deck though, I always found myself fascinated by the running lights and masthead lights of passing vessels. Same while sitting up in the dome cars while traversing the landscape by rail. Always liked to "check out" the signal lights. Gotta be sure they were "set right" huh
Eric, Eric, Eric - all you gotta do is order something and the coffee is FREE! Order a "snack tray" for the critters and it's cheaper than a five buck cuppa Joe! See, it's right there on the menu board, beneath the "Pepto".ad! <grin>
Yeah Doug, life is a "itch" - then you die! <grin> Interesting, but confusing pix . . . musts be ME! Got a kick outta the joke. We had a dog like that long time ago. Loveable mutt for sure. An old "hound dog" if I ever saw one. A beagle-basset mix. Miss the old guy to this day.
Tom - Enjoyed that Santa Fe "mix" - sweet! Interesting movie selections for next week. I don't recall seeing either of the main features. As far as the Stooges go, I don't remember the titles! Just absolute silly stuff that sort of gets "lost" in the circuitry if ya know wutImean! <grin> Anyway, good job, as always!
I see that it is Saturday Encore & Pix Posting time, so let me get to some "bookcovers," posters ‘n stuff, most of which have been provided B4, but on which pages, WHO KNOWS! <grin>
Ok, ok - I'll ASK: WHERE THE BLAZES IS ROB Send us an e-mail or something just to let us know you haven't disappeared into the ether . . . <geesh>
Manager Lars
Nice Post from the Larsman on a Saturday at that!
Taking a bit of time off down there in the Keys, eh <grin> Sounds like you're about to establish residency!
Appreciate those book covers - posters, etc. on Pullman International! Nicely done, Sir.
This is "it" for me 'til Monday AM . . . so enjoy the weekend to all who frequent this joint!
ENCORE! Saturday - ENCORE! Saturday
Initially Posted on Page 146 of the "original" Thread
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
G-day Toma and all present.
Leon- I would "really" appreciate a coffee right about now. I have a terrible head cold. Thanks
Yes, it's true. I have caught a cold after 8 or 9 months without a cold or flu. I don't feel the best. <groan> I'm going to drop off some pictures and get back to the acknowledgements later.
http://www.lundsten.dk/us_signaling/aspects_up1988/index.html
If you go to this webcite, you can find the signals that closely resemble to what we use today. These signals were used on the Union Pacfic back in 1988, but they are the closest representation I could find on what is used.
Here is a small NP passenger train/ frieght sitting in the siding at Centralia. I do not know exactly were Centralia is located. Here's a littl info on the train.
Mixed Train Daily Northern Pacific Railroad's mixed train No. 596-591 poses on siding at Centralia before starting out on one of its final runs. Dwindling business forces the railroad to abandon passenger service on its Willapa Harbor branch line from Centralia to South Bend. Photographer Alan deLay was hired by The Oregonian to document the train a week before the final run. The actual last train ran on March 19, 1954. Mixed passenger and freight trains were once common on branch lines around America. Although they ran on a timetable schedule, the pace was slower than regular passenger trains. Departure and arrival times at Centralia were coordinated with mainline passenger trains for the convenience of travelers. The rest of the trip was leisurely enough to accommodate the switching of freight cars along the way. Allan deLay photo.
Photo from: www.pacificcohistory.org/sw2004_2.htm
Here is a picture of the Grand Canyon railway's bueatifully restored FA-1s. In this picture you can only see two of the four locomotives they own.
photo from: www.flickr.com/photos/meleniephx/117439916/
A smile to begin the week!
Stay alert! You can observe a lot by watching.
(A Yogi-ism!)
Are we READY for a new work week (for many)
Let's begin it with a <light> or <traditional> breakfast from the Menu Board, some pastries from The Mentor Village Bakery case and a mugga freshly ground ‘n brewed coffee <unleaded> or <regular>!
Looks as if this may be our final day of snow ‘n ice cover here in mid-continent USA as the temps are expected to rise into the 50s. Tomorrow perhaps the 60s and "zap" it'll be all gone. <sniff> <sniff> Juneau and I hate to see it go, but such are the ways of winter into spring, eh
Just one weekend evening ACKNOWLEDGMENT and that was from James at 8:39 PM Saturday. Nothing inclusive, but a visit nonetheless . . . Great looking passenger "steamer" and a fine looking FA!
Quiet place on Saturday, fer sure, fer sure EXCEPT for the Proprietor who provided 4 Posts to keep us "up on the Forum"! 2ME!
Looks like our new schedule has "worked" as our guys all took Sunday off - well deserved!
Reminder: Ruth has the bar from 9 AM until Leon the Night Man comes in at 5 PM ‘til closing.
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