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C. H. Geletzke, Jr. :: Other Railroading Products :: Books

The Detroit & Toledo Shore Line Railroad-Expressway For Industry

MSRP: $$74.95 plus $8 shipping

By: Charles H. Geletzke, Jr. and Wilbur E. Hague This new volume covers the never-before published history of the D&TSL from 1897 through its inclusion in the Grand Trunk Corporation in 1981 with the final chapter bringing the reader up through 2011. This 264 page hardbound with dust jacket contains 271 b&w and color photos, stories, anecdotes, drawings, complete track diagrams, statistics,complete rosters of equipment, Dispatcher's Train Sheets and was compiled for both the serious historian and the modeler. Since 1903 the Shore Line's ownership was evenly divided between its two owners the Toledo, St. Louis & Western (Clover Leaf), which later became the Nickel Plate and the Grand Trunk Railway (later, Grand Trunk Western). Additionally, this book contains a listing of all structures and bridges and for you modelers a list of every on-line industry ever served by the railroad. The Little Nickel Plate, produced most of its revenue hauling bituminous coal north from its Toledo connections during the winter months and finished autos and auto parts south from the auto plants of southern Michigan. Today this road is part of the Canadian National system and continues hauling coal to southeastern Michigan.
:: P. O. Box 542, Temperence, MI 48182-0542
Contact by Email :: (734) 854-4560

 

Casemate Publishers :: Other Railroading Products :: Books

Fogg in the Cockpit

MSRP: $32.95 (Catalog No. 9781612000046)

Often referred to as the dean of American railroad artists, Howard Fogg's career spanned half a century and some 1,200 paintings. However, few of his enthusiasts have been aware of his career as a fighter pilot in the U.S. 8th Air Force during World War II. Fortunately Fogg left behind a diary, proving himself as adept with a pen as with a brush. Based in England with the 359th Fighter Group, Captain Fogg flew 76 missions in bomber escort and ground attack roles at the controls of P-47s and P-51s. From his backstage encounter in a London theater with Lawrence Olivier and Vivian Leigh, to the chaplain's benediction on D-Day, to a mission escorting B-17s near the snow-capped Alps to drop supplies to French freedom fighters, his diary offers a firsthand look at his fascinating wartime career. The diary is supplemented with material by Richard and Janet Fogg, and incorporates photographs, examples of Howard’s early paintings, political cartoons, sketches, and paintings that typify his railroad art. From the details of the airmen's life to the decisions that affected their fates, Fogg in the Cockpit presents a hidden side of one of the 20th century's great artistic geniuses.
Casemate Publishers :: 908 Darby Rd, Havertown, PA 19083
Contact by Email :: (610) 853-9131

 

Charles Freericks :: Other Railroading Products :: Books

Southern California Locals: A Railroad Enthusiast's Field Guide to Local Trains in Southern California

MSRP: $9.99 (Catalog No. 978-1475166781)

Over 500 trains listed. This book is intended for the Southern California railroad enthusiast and consists of a compilation of local trains serving the area ostensibly from as far north as Santa Barbara to as far south as San Ysidro and from as far west as El Segundo to as far east as El Centro. This book is an amateur compilation, put together with interviews and e-mail exchanges with others. It is not, cannot, and does not claim to be absolutely complete. It is as complete as the information the author was able to obtain.
Charles Freericks :: 2436 3rd Street #A, Santa Monica, CA 90405
Contact by Email :: (310) 488-5726

 

Frenchman River Model Works :: Other Railroading Products :: Other

HO (1/87) Scale 169' 3 Track Carfloat

MSRP: $125.00 (Catalog No. 152)

HO (1/87) Scale 169ft 3 Track Carfloat This kit represents a 3 Track Carfloat built in the early 1950's and was used in the everyday transfer of freight cars from shore to shore including many interchange operations between differnet railroads. It features a welded steel hull and will accommodate 8, 40' rail cars (3 per outer set of rail and 2 on the middle). Our kit consists of highly detailed resin castings featuring scale weld lines, scuttle hatches, cleat bases and toggle pockets already cast in place. The parts in this kit require very little cleanup allowing quick assembly time. One of the unique details of our kit is the Micro Engineering Company's code 100 nickel silver rail cast into place on the deck allowing you the option of electrifying your track. Highly detailed Britannia metal castings including cleats, bridge hooks, and tire bumpers along with rope and chain allow you to build an accurate model of a very recognizable, everyday element of water front operations. #152 HO (1/87) SCALE 3 TRACK CARFLOAT $125.00 +$5.00 shipping & handling
Frenchman River Model Works :: 72191 VM Hwy, Stratton, NE 69043
Contact by Email :: (308) 276-2174

 

G. Boreas Publishing :: Other Railroading Products :: Books

The Little Yellow Trolley Car

MSRP: $9.95

This new children's book tells the true story of Shelburne Falls & Colrain Street Railway car No. 10- from its operation to its storage in a farmyard to its restoration and operation at the Shelburne Falls Trolley Museum in western MA. Colorful cut-paper illustrations and emotive narration make this the perfect gift for the young railfan in your family or the young at heart!
G. Boreas Publishing :: 83 River Road, Leyden, MA 01337
Contact by Email :: (413) 624-3953

 

John Pechulis Media :: Other Railroading Products :: Videos/DVDs

Lehigh & New England Railroad Volume 2

MSRP: $30.00 (Catalog No. LNEV2)

In volume 2, we continue our look at the Lehigh & New England Railroad We'll view operations in the cement belt from Bath to Martins Creek, including joint switching of the Northampton & Bath, Lackawanna and the Erie Lackawanna railroads. Leaving the cement belt, we'll look at mainline operations from Pen Argyl into New Jersey, with interchange operations of the New York, Susquehanna & Western at Hainesburg and Blairstown. Approaching Goshen, we'll see brief scenes of the Erie Lackawanna. At Maybrook, the Lehigh & New England, as well as the Lehigh & Hudson River railway, Erie and Erie Lackawanna and O&W railroads interchanged traffic destined for the New England states with the New Haven railroad. Filmed between 1954 and 1961, the majority of the coverage comes from the Randolph Kulp film collection of the Lehigh Valley Chapter NRHS, with additional scenes from the Arthur Angstadt collection and Charlie and Ken Bealer.
John Pechulis Media :: 129 Hemlock St, Sugar Notch, PA 18706
Contact by Email :: (570) 899-0656

 

MCM Rail Videos & Collectibles :: Other Railroading Products :: Videos/DVDs

Steam Across the Border

MSRP: $17.95 (Catalog No. MCM 071)

Featuring SP 4449 and CP 2816 In 2000 and 2001, two separate steam excursions, with two different steam locomotives, commenced within 10 miles of each other. SP 4449, painted in a rare black paint scheme, powered an Employees Special over the BNSF system. We chased it from New Westminster, B.C. to Wenatchee, WA. Approximately 14 months later, CP 2816 made her 'maiden run' after a complete restoration from Port Moody, B.C. to Calgary. We followed her on the CPR mainline through the Fraser Valley on her first day's run. Two big steam locomotives showing off their power and sounds at speed on one DVD. See video trailer on our website. DVD length: 35 minutes
MCM Rail Videos & Collectibles :: 404 Bury Lane, West Vancouver, BC V7S 1K3
Contact by Email :: (604) 926-4851

 

MCM Rail Videos & Collectibles :: Other Railroading Products :: Videos/DVDs

Trains Unlimited Steam Charter on BC Rail - 2000

MSRP: $24.95 (Catalog No. MCM 070)

Featuring ex-CPR #3716 In May 2000, Trains Unlimited chartered a BC Rail passenger Extra that travelled from North Vancouver to Kelly Lake, B.C. and return. This DVD features trackside shots, long pacing scenes, onboard shots and six photo run-bys as we cover Days One and Two of the three day charter. The weather was perfect on both days and highlights the spectacular scenery of the BC Rail Mainline from the Coast to the bench lands of the Cariboo starring #3716 at her best. Also included: Rare coverage of #3716 double heading with Royal Hudson #2860 on an opening season special from North Van to Squamish. See video trailer on our website. DVD length: 58 minutes
MCM Rail Videos & Collectibles :: 404 Bury Lane, West Vancouver, BC V7S 1K3
Contact by Email :: (604) 926-4851

 

Merrill Publishing Associates :: Other Railroading Products :: Books

Windy City Steam: Photos from the Roy Campbell Collection

MSRP: $29.95

Windy City Steam features steam railroading in the Chicagoland area. There are 21 railroads represented: Illinois Central; Cleveland, Cincinnati, Chicago & St. Louis (Big 4); Chicago & Eastern Illinois; Chicago, Indianapolis & Louisville (Monon); Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe; Elgin, Joliet & Eastern; Grand Trunk Western; Wabash; New York Central; Indiana Harbor Belt; Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific; Pere Marquette; Chicago Great Western; Baltimore & Ohio; Wisconsin Central; Minneapolis, St. Paul & Sault Ste. Marie (Soo Line); Pennsylvania; Chicago & Alton; Chicago, Burlington & Quincy; Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul & Pacific; and Chicago & North Western. Introduction, Preface, Table of Contents and Bibliography. 122 pages, perfect bound, 208 photos
Merrill Publishing Associates :: P.O. Box 51, Merrill, WI 54452
Contact by Email :: (715) 536-3700

 

Merrill Publishing Associates :: Other Railroading Products :: Books

Davenport Locomotive Works

MSRP: $19.95

Selected excerpts from "Davenport Locomotive Works Rod Locomotive Catalog", Tenth edition, twenty-fifth anniversary (ca. 1927) and "Catalogue of Davenport Steam Locomotive Repair Parts", Davenport Locomotive & Manufacturing Corporation (ca. 1930-1933). The catalogs illustrate the line of locomotives produced by the Davenport Locomotive Works and successor companies, Davenport, Iowa. Introduction, Bibliography, 107 pages perfect bound.
Merrill Publishing Associates :: P.O. Box 51, Merrill, WI 54452
Contact by Email :: (715) 536-3700

 

Michael Schwab Studio :: Other :: Other

Signed Michael Schwab Amtrak Studio Print Posters

MSRP: $150

Originally created for the current award-winning Amtrak ad campaign, Michael's designs were greeted with great enthusiasm nationwide. After many requests, the studio is now releasing these prints for a limited time. Shown: Adirondack, 2010, 16 x 21", Signed, Open Edition, Digital Studio Print on Archival Paper. Many more available on our website.
Michael Schwab Studio :: 108 Tamalpais Avenue, San Anselmo, CA 94960
Contact by Email :: (415) 257-5792

 

Mid America Rail Video :: Other Railroading Products :: Videos/DVDs

Illinois Central "Sunset Series" Circa 1989-90

MSRP: $49.00

For 2012, Mid America Rail Video has lowered the price and added free shipping for all Illinois Central "Sunset Series" DVDs (which cover the 1989-90 time period). New 2012 pricing with free shipping products include: One DVD (Approx one hour only $10.00, Five DVD Set (Each approx one hour) only $49.00.
Mid America Rail Video :: 25004 Cashel Bay Road, Manhattan, IL 60442
Contact by Email :: (815) 478-5624

 

Mid America Rail Video :: Other Railroading Products :: Videos/DVDs

Illinois Central 1960s Special Passenger Excursions & More

MSRP: $22.00

Our most popular DVD release ever! only $22.00 (includes free shipping) 52 minute DVD / No Sound / From Color Super 8mm Film 1960, '66 & '67 ICRR special passenger excursions from St. Louis Union Station to Southern Illinois branch lines and Springfield , IL. with classic high-nose IC geeps, Pullman-green and orange/brown IC cars, and even leased GM&O passenger cars! IC geep cab rides on the abandoned s/b main at Belleville & long-gone branch lines. Vintage highlights from a 1960 CB&Q #4962 steam excursion in Kansas City. Film of a 1967 GM&O head-on collision just south of St Louis; black & white GM&O GP-30s; an SP Freight with F-units; a Frisco freight & more. Original film by Ray Gehl that truly captured the 1960s era of trains, people & autos!
Mid America Rail Video :: 25004 Cashel Bay Road, Manhattan, IL 60442
Contact by Email :: (815) 478-5624

 

Rail Images/Craftsman Printing :: Other Railroading Products :: Books

Birmingham Southern Railroad Company: The First Century

MSRP: $30.00

- 144 pages, includes complete history of the South's premier industrial shortline from its beginnings in 1878 to contemporary operations - Laminated, hardbound edition with color front and back covers - Color and Black & White photos from the BSRR and US Steel archives and author's collection - All time steam and diesel rosters - Maps and aerial photographs
Rail Images/Craftsman Printing :: 4080 Mountain View Drive NW, Pinson, AL 35126
Contact by Email :: (205) 681-2553

 

Sonrisa Publications :: Other :: Books

Amtrak's Empire Builder Route Map

MSRP: $20.00

Handy guide to today's Empire Builder travelling from Chicago to Portland and Seattle. Designed for quick reference in the field or on the train using a narrow format that fits in your pocket or camera bag. Each page highlights approximately 50 miles of track and provides the location of both passenger stops and the host railroad's freight stations along the way. All passenger stations and many other points are identified using GPS coordinates given in latitude and longitude. This allows you to track your progress while travelling on the train with a GPS unit or to catch the train while railfanning trackside. In addition, radio frequencies of road channels used on the route are shown on each page and in an index at the back. Detailed maps scaled at a constant 5 miles per inch, GPS coordinates for stations, Host railroad radio channels, Station index, detector and tunnel locations, Major highways shown for reference, Inside covers contain locator maps keyed to easily locate detail maps. Printed on heavy ivory-colored stock for reduced glare and increased durability. 59 pages, coil bound, approx. 4.25 x 11 inches
Sonrisa Publications :: P.O. Box 334, Raymond, WA 98577-0334
(360) 942-2117

 

Soo Line Historical & Technical Society :: Other Railroading Products :: Calendars

2012 Soo Line Historical & Technical Society Photo Calendar

MSRP: $15.00

The 2012 SLHTS Photo Calendar From the Publishers of The Soo Outstanding photos from top Soo Line photographers Contemporary and Historic; Steam and Diesel; something for everyone The Soo Line covered systemwide Improved production values 11 x 17 (unfolded); a usable calendar that's sure to become a collectible $15.00 Each + $2.00 P&H per order All proceeds to benefit the SLHTS Quantities are limited; order yours today!
Soo Line Historical & Technical Society :: 2124 N Locust St, Appleton, WI 54914
Contact by Email :: (414) 507-1439

 

Yard Goat Images :: Other Railroading Products :: Videos/DVDs

Steamin' Summer Volumes 1-3

MSRP: $59.95 (Catalog No. 1126)

Volume 1: Enjoy the 100th Birthday for Little River 110 with a 3-day event featuring 5 steam locomotives pulling multiple trips, including two quintuple-headers! See Flagg Coal 75 being loaded onto a specially equipped lowboy trailer, followed by a 3-truck convoy to Rock Island. 91 Minutes; Volume 2: We follow the double-headed QJs going to Rock Island while pulling a heavy freight train. See NKP 765 coming from Indiana to the Train Festival. Attend a photo special at Silver Creek & Stephenson. The last chapter is Day 1-2 of the Rock Island Train Festival, including Walcott, IA trips and the all-day excursions. 80 Minutes; Volume 3: Day 3-4 of the Train Festival including Walcott, IA trips and the all-day excursions, including the Nebraska Zephyr trip to Bureau Junction, IL. Next we follow NKP 765 and the double-headed QJs as they travel home. Enjoy a weekend with Southern 401 at the Monticello Railway Museum! 87 Minutes. Multiple tripod-mounted HD cameras, organized by chapters, minimal narration.
Yard Goat Images :: 112 3rd AV NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413
Contact by Email :: (612) 623-0167

 

Yard Goat Images :: Other Railroading Products :: Videos/DVDs

Steam in the Mountains - 2 Volume DVD Series

MSRP: $44.50

Eight chapters: Mount Rainier Scenic RR (including NRHS 2011 Convention trip), Durango & Silverton Photo Freight, Conway Scenic RR, The Black Hills Central, Mount Washington Cog Railway (from 2008 when steam still ruled), Steam on the Western Maryland, The Cumbres & Toltec, and German Narrow Gauge Steam. Running time over 3 hours, multiple tripod-mounted HD cameras, great sound, conveniently organized by chapters and with minimal narration. The DVDs are also available separately.
Yard Goat Images :: 112 3rd AV NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413
Contact by Email :: (612) 623-0167

 

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