The 2,500 mile mid-American Wabash railroad is thoroughly detailed. The Wabash was the only east-west railroad from the eastern end of Lake Erie to Kansas City. In 13 chapters, this book gives a complete history of the Wabash Railroad with 550 photos, a complete locomotive roster and a large appendix. Whiskey1 "

Follow the Flag and examine more than 240 color photos of this classic railroad, which left the Midwest rail landscape in 1964. The Wabash operated one of the more exotic diesel rosters and they're all illustrated in this system-wide tour. All Color." Whiskey1 "

One hundred years ago the last major railroad was built into Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The name of this railroad was the Wabash Pittsburgh Terminal Railway and was the brainchild of city native Joseph Ramsey, Jr. who was President of the Wabash Railroad. Financed by millionaire George Jay Gould, this new railroad connected his 15,000 mile railroad empire to the Iron City. Its construction created an epic adventure, set around the 20th Century. The struggle to build the railroad consumed four long years of wrangling, construction delays, labor disputes, accidents and weather related problems. Once built, the line lasted but a few short years before entering receivership, finally passing into the history books in 1916. Whiskey1 "

This book is a must-have for fans of this famous Midwestern railroad. In its heyday, the Wabash operated more than 2,500 miles of track in the heart of the U.S. This book contains 54 official drawings of Wabash trestles, bridges and signboards and nearly 50 pages of historic black and white photographs of steam and diesel locomotives. Official Wabash equipment paint guidelines are also included. Whiskey1 "

Follow the Wabash as its eclectic diesel fleet highballs hotshot auto traffic and fabled passenger trains. Our book celebrates the color work of fabled photographer Emery Gulash and continues as the N&W extends its paint and influence after the 1964 merger. Whiskey1

More then 300 color photos of these Mid-Western fallen flags. Also includes AA, ART, M&LS and NJi&I. Whiskey1 "

This is the long-awaited Volume 3 of the Santa Fe in Color Series and features the last three decades (1965-1995) of the Santa Fe in Texas. 405 color photos. Whiskey1

This is an illustrated history of the electric railways that operated in Warren County, Pennsylvania. Includes the Warren Street Railway, Warren & Jamestown Street Railway and Corry & Columbus Traction. Over 80 photos. Whiskey1 "

Wartime on the Railways is an account of the part played by Britains railways during the Second World War, dealing not simply with operational matters or the impact of enemy action, but also looking at the part played by railway workshops, the wartime experience of the railways ships, with the narrative augmented by personal accounts from railwaymen, and women as the war years saw many jobs traditionally handled by men taken over by them. " Whiskey1 "

This book is a photographic record of railroad depots in Washington State. The photographs have been selected to illustrate variations in size, architectural style and commonality as dictated by the railroad companies. In addition the book presents for the first time a comprehensive data summary of all known depots in Washington State; size, construction date and materials used are listed. Significant changes, rebuilding and replacement are addressed. Major railroads that operated within the state_Northern Pacific, Great Northern, Union Pacific and Milwaukee Road_are included in the book along with predecessors, successors and subsidiaries. Compilation of the data from surviving records involved extensive travel and research. Data sources include state archives, historical museums, railroad museums and national archive collections. The book will doubtless be of interest to architectural, railroad and urban historians as well as railway enthusiasts. Residents of Washington State can verify if an when a depot formerly existed in their locality. Whiskey1 "

The Watauga & Yadkin River Railroad was the short-lived dream of a Pennsylvania lumber baron. From 1911 to 1918, William J. Grandin planned to harvest the 60,000 acres of virgin timber that would one day supply the premiere names of the American furniture industry- Drexel, Bernhardt, Broyhill, American Drew. This tract was located in a triangle between North Wilkesboro, Boone, and Lenoir, North Carolina, and Grandin built a self-titled state-of-the-art mill and village to fuel his dream. By 1912, he had constructed his 20 mile railroad and village, with dreams to expand his railroad over the Blue Ridge Mountains. However, Mother Nature had other plans, and provided stiff resistance to the enterprise. This is the story of that struggle and those who survived. Whiskey1 "

The southwestern Pennsylvania town of Connellsville lay in the middle of a massive reserve of high quality coal. Connellsville coal was so soft and easily worked that one man and a boy could cut and load ten tons of it in ten hours. This region became a major source of coke, a vital material in industrial processes, above all in steel manufacture, producing forty-seven percent of America`s supply in 1913. But by the 1920s, what had seemed to be a gold mine was turning into a devastating economic, environmental and social loss. In Wealth, Waste and Alienation, Kenneth Warren draws from primary source material, including the minutes and letters of the Carnegie Steel Company, the United States Steel Corporation, and the archives of Henry Clay Frick, to explain the birth, phenomenal growth, decline and death of the Connellsville coke industry. Its rich natural resources produced wealth for individuals, companies, and some communities, but as Warren shows, there was also social alienation, waste, and devastation of the natural environment. The complicated structure of enterprise, capital, and labor which made this region flourish unwound almost as quickly as it arose, creating repercussions that are still reverberating in what¡s left of Connellsville today, a kind of postindustrial rural shell of its former productive glory. Whiskey1 "

If you ever wanted to learn just about anything about the Disneyland Railroad, this book is for you! The book documents, in elaborate detail, the history and operation of the Disneyland steam trains. Included is information on exactly how the locomotives are operated, including custom-made drawings with call-outs of a locomotive cab interior; In-depth histories of the locomotives including their -vital statistics, rolling stock both old and new, stations and servicing structures; Over 100 never-before-published color photographs and over 20 custom-made CAD drawings of the locomotives, cars and stations; Notes on modeling the Disneyland Railroad, including tested formulas for creating close approximations of the colors used on the trains; Discussions of the wide variety of collectibles available for the Disneyland Railroad, including both common and rare items of interest; A written and photographic tour of the Roundhouse, with descriptions of the day-to-day activities of those who keep the trains running and What it's like to ride in the cab, with thorough discussions of the locomotive controls; firing techniques, and operating procedures. Whiskey1 "

Those striking images of stagecoaches traversing rugged mountain terrain are no mere marketing gimmick, but part and parcel of Wells Fargo's storied past. When Henry Wells and William Fargo founded the company in 1852, the gold rush had already brought thousands of people to California and uncovered the largest amount of wealth then known to the world. Wells Fargo served a unique role as a banking, express or transporting, and mail-delivery agency. In 1857, the company helped establish the Overland Mail Company; in 1861, it operated the Pony Express; and in 1866, it put together a 3,000-mile network of stagecoaches running between California and Nebraska. Three decades later, Wells Fargo covered the nation over a web of iron rails. Miners and merchants, ranchers and farmers alike depended on Wells Fargo. The company always used the fastest means possible for its deliveries and fund transfers, whether by riverboat, ocean steamer, pony express, stagecoach, railroad, or the fastest method of all, the telegraph. Whiskey1 "

The complete story of the railroad running through Wellsboro, Pennsylvania, from its humble beginnings as the Fall Brook Coal Company in 1859, and continuing as the Fall Brook Railway, the New York Central, Penn Central, Conrail, the Wellsboro and Corning and finally, the Tioga Central. Detailed history, plus RARE photos of FBCC steam locomotives, NYC steam and diesel, PC diesels and more! Over 40 photos. Whiskey1 "

This is a look at the trolleys of Clinton and Lycoming Counties in Pennsylvania. Included are trolley lines of Williamsport, Montoursville and Jersey Shore. Well illustrated. Whiskey1 "

This is an illustrated history of electric railways in Chester County of Pennsylvania. Over 40 photos, car barn plans, rosters, and fold-out maps. Whiskey1 "

The Golden State of California was once a beehive of interurban electric railways and the interurban played a major role in the development of intercity public transportation. Unfortunately, the interurban's major role in public travel between cities and towns was short lived. The interurban outpaced the motor car until the depression. But with a motor car parked at home Americans were able to travel with out needing interurbans. Only those interurbans that operated freight, express and mail service and offered commuter trains were able to survive until World War 2. During and after World War 2, the motor bus and automobile triggered the demise of the interurbans. This book presents a pictorial history of California interurbans, beginning in San Diego and following the coast up to Los Angeles, home of the Pacific Electric. The story then moves to the San Franciso Bay region where there were numerous carriers. Included in the book are the Central California Traction Company, Glendale & Montrose Railway, Key System, Northern Electric Railway, Northwestern Pacific Railway, Pacific Electric Railway, Peninsular Railway, Petaluma & Santa Rosa Railway, Sacramento Northern, San Diego Electric Railway, San Diego & Southwestern Railway, San Francisco & San Mateo Ry, San Francisco Napa & Calistoga Ry, Southern Pacific (Interurban Electric), Tidewater Southern and Visalia Electric. Over 579 illustrations Whiskey1 "

The West Point Route consisted of the Western Railway of Alabama and the Atlanta & West Point Railroad, operating in Georgia and Alabama. Once considered by David Morgan of Trains magazine to be the "All American Railroad", but not selected because of its short 225-mile length, it had full-blown passenger and freight operations. Controlled by Atlantic Coast Line with Southern, forwarding such trains as the Piedmont Limited and The Crescent. This book gives a detailed, cogent, and well-documented history of this well-known but little understood operation. Whiskey1 "

This book completes the Pittsburgh Railroad Book trilogy that spanned the life of this railroad and its predecessor Little Saw Mill Run line, the receivership years under the ill-fated Wabash Pittsburgh Terminal Railway, and the rebirth as part of the Pittsburgh & West Virginia Railway. As testament to the longevity of the West Side Belt, one can still visit portions of the right of way and occasionally see a train pass by. Whiskey1 "

This book documents the construction of railroads in West Virginia, largely to access the untouched stands of timber in counties such as Upshur, Webster, Nicholas and Randolph, Two men were the driving force behind these railroads, industrialists and politicians- as well as friends and rivals- Johnson Newlon Camden and Henry Gassaway Davis. Sawmills and towns sprang up all along the railroads as vast quantities of lumber were harvested from the forest of West Virginia. As the forests were denuded, mines opened, more towns were built and coal replaced lumber as the principal freight. While sections of the West Virginia & Pittsburgh have been abandoned, the present day successor to the B&O still hauls coal along these rail lines to the voracious power plants of the eastern United States. This book contains numerous maps, photographs and illustrations. Whiskey1 "

Beginning as a narrow gauge line in 1880, its name and gauge changed in 1881 and in the ensuing years it opened a huge swathe of timber and coal territory in northern West Virginia to use, creating such towns as Elkins, Davis, and Thomas. A major connection was made with the C&Os Greenbrier Branch at Durbin, W. Va. in 1900. Sold to the Gould interests in 1902 it became an important part of the Western Maryland Railway in 1905 and contributed heavily to that roads prosperity in the coal and lumber trade down to modern times. The story is carried down through the WM and Chessie System eras to todays CSX operations on the remaining lines. Whiskey1 "

This is the complete history of West Virginia's largest logging railroad which was also its last, operating from 1912-1972. It operated Shay, Heisler, and Climax geared steam locomotives and in the last 15 years also had diesels. The book covers the locomotives, cars and operations as well as background on the company and its owners, the Raine family. Photos show all aspects of the operation and the people involved. Meadow River was at one time the largest producer of hardwood lumber in the world. Some of its equipment has survived to operate on tourist lines." Whiskey1 "

This is a look at the logging railroads of West Virginia. Includes both the locomotives used and the companies that operated in the state. Well illustrated. Whiskey1

This is an overview history of West Virginia railroads from their origins to modern times, including the N&W, C&O, B&O, Western Maryland, Virginian and New York Central (Kanawha & Michigan subsidiary) as well as short lines and logging railroads. This is the first of a series about railroads in the Mountain State. This book gives a general history of each line from its construction into the state, the lines, coal traffic and branches. Many maps help explain how each railraod served the state's main industry- coal mining. The emphasis of the book is on the period 1940 to 1960. 200 Illustrations. Whiskey1 "

This is second in a series of books on the railroads of West Virginia. This volume deals with the C&O. The era is mid-20th Century (1935-1965) and the story is not only told with words and photos but also with many maps and drawings that show C&O's lines in WV really worked and how they comprised the key element of the seven state C&O system. This is very much a reference book and gazatteer and publishes information lacking from the several previous books on various aspects of this subject. Among the areas covered are the Alleghany Sub-Division, Greenbrier Sub-Division, New River Sub-Division, Kanawha Sub-Division, Branch Lines and passenger trains. Whiskey1

This is a look at the New York, Westchester and Boston. Includes many views of the construction of the line, the rolling stock and the scrapping of the line." Whiskey1 "

Throughout history, Americans have embraced technology with a special enthusiasm, and the innovation of the trolley car is no exception. This industry fueled the growth of many towns and cities in Connecticut, and Western Connecticut was able to keep pace with other parts of the state because of it. Although short lived, the trolley changed the landscape of the state and spurred progress in ways never imagined just a few years before. Whiskey1 "

Enjoy the 'speed lettered' rolling stock of this legendary road through over 275 color photographs of passenger cars, freight cars and non-revenue equipment. Explore the Western Maryland Archive of 'official' color photography of rolling stock as well as the best WM fans have to offer. Whiskey1 "

This is a history of the Western Maryland. Includes a look at Alpha Jet Fast Freights, Hagerstown, hoppers, coal, shay locomotives and more. Well illustrated. Whiskey1 "

This book details the glory years of the WM during the 1940's, 50's and 60's. Thirty-five steam photos and thirty-one 'fireballs' are featured in this all-steam, all-first generation diesel tour of the system. Whiskey1 "

The best compilation of Western Maryland steam and early diesel to ever be assembled and in full color! These rare images are spread through 128 pages and detailed by author Jerry Plant in glorious detail. Whiskey1

This is a look at the boxcars and refrigerator cars of the Western Maryland. Well illustrated. Whiskey1

At the end of the 19th century, railroads entered the mountains of eastern and central West Virginia for the first time. This opened up vast areas of virgin forest to the lumberman. Later, valuable coalfields were discovered beneath the forests. The development of the region was in full swing by the first decades of the 20th century. G. H. Broadwater, a photographer from Thomas, West Virginia, traveled the Western Maryland Railway and the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad in state between 1906 and 1912, taking over 2,000 photos of these budding industries, workers and developing towns. Broadwater's photographs give vivid insight into the early development of West Virginia's industries and a fascinating period in the states history." Whiskey1 "

A color history of the Western Maryland in its last three decades through the camera lens of its Vice President of Operations, George M. Leilich. Whiskey1 "

This is a history of the Bradford & Kendall Street Railway, Olean Street Railway and Western New York & Pennsylvania Traction Company. Well illustrated.

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More than 300 vintage color photos of the equipment roster of "the Feather River Route". From the flashy orange, black and silver box cars on its freight roster to the glittering of its equipment contributed to the CZ pool, WP was a class act. Whiskey1 "

Featuring WP steam and early diesel locomotives during the 1940's, 50's, & 60's. Rare photos of the WP's FT's in their original green & yellow scheme; then to California Zephyr orange and silver colors. Also included is the short-lived Zephyrette, RDC cars and more. Whiskey1 "

See WP's F-units at work during the late-1960's to early-1980's, second generation diesels in both silver/orange and Perlman green. Also included is the prestigious California Zephyr! Whiskey1 "

A fascinating new book detailing the construction and history of all depots and stations along the Western Pacific route from San Francisco to Salt Lake City. Meticulously researched, this volume includes official drawings of the depots, together with hundreds of photographs both in color and black & white. Over 400 vintage photographs with more than 100 in color. Over 50 original Western Pacific architectural drawings Whiskey1 "

A wonderful chronological look at Western Pacific's motive power development from the end of steam to the UP merger. Lots of great action! Whiskey1

This photographic chronicle illustrates the steam and diesel locomotives, passenger, freight, and work cars used by the Western Pacific in the post-1930 period. Contains mechanical drawings accompanied by photographs, and includes background historical data and a roster. A vivid color section rounds out this nostalgic volume. Whiskey1 "

This book takes a closer look at passenger and freight train operations, including the locomotives and cars. Offers a historical review of WP and its subsidiaries, traffic handled by WP, and data on patterns and seasonal trends. A variety of maps, timetables and schedules set both passenger and freight trains in context. There are many photos featuring steam and diesel locomotives and freight trains. The book portrays the feel and positive, customer-oriented attitude of WP in fulfilling passenger and shipping needs. Whiskey1 "

Tour the 'Feather River Route' with a WP engineer who was also mighty good with a camera. Bob Larson photographed everything from FTs to Bicentennial units across the entire system. Whiskey1

The discovery of oil flowing from a well in the wilds of northwestern Pennsylvania shook the modern world in 1859. Refined as kerosene for lamps, a lubricant for home and industrial needs, and ultimately as a fuel for transportation in the form of gasoline, oil literally changed the world and defined global economics and politics. Western Pennsylvania's Oil Heritage profiles the history of Pennsylvania oil from its discovery and development to its impact on the culture, economy, and environment of the oil region. These vintage postcards provide a glimpse into the wide-ranging history of western Pennsylvania's oil region, from the cradle of the industry at Oil Creek, to the immensely productive Bradford oil field, and on to cities and towns like Oil City, built largely by the black gold. Whiskey1 "

This is a look at the Western Railway of Alabama Montgomery Shops. Includes a site plan and drawings of the planing Mill, Paint shop and car shed. Whiskey1 "

Wheat Belt Route is the story of the hard-luck Wichita Northwestern Railway, originally known as the Anthony & Northern.This little railroad with big aspirations chuffed across the prairies of southwest Kansas for only 28 years, from 1912 to 1940. However, in its brief life, the WNW became a regional legend for its grit and determination in moving wheat and other farm products. Filled with many rare photos, Wheat Belt Route covers the WNW's oddball fleet of passenger rail motorcars, the many ghost towns it once served and a mystery involving a submerged steam locomotive as well as describing Great Plains railroading during the adverse depths of the Dust Bowl era. Whiskey1 "

This is a photo history covering this important coal-hauling railroad, which connected the coal fields with Great Lakes shipping at Toledo, Huron, Loraine, and Cleveland. Picturesque photos cover from the 1860s to 1949 mergers with the Nickel Plate Road. The book includes stations, small and large, old and new steam locomotives, cars, terminals, and other facilities. Whiskey1 "

This looks at the history of trolley service in Missouri. Includes a look at the towns served by trolleys, operations and the decline of trolley service. Well illustrated." Whiskey1 "

For most of the first half of the 20th century the United States led the way in railroad electrification. Before the outbreak of World War II, the country had some 2,400 route-miles and more than 6,300 track-miles operating under electric power, far more than any other nation and more than 20 percent of the world's total. In almost every instance, electrification was a huge success. Running times were reduced. Tonnage capacities were increased. Fuel and maintenance costs were lowered, and the service lives of electric locomotives promised to be twice as long as those of steam locomotives. Yet despite its many triumphs, electrification of U.S. railroads failed to achieve the wide application that once was so confidently predicted. By the 1970s, it was the Soviet Union, with almost 22,000 electrified route-miles, that led the way, and the U.S. had declined to 17th place. Today, electric operation of U.S. railroads is back in the limelight. The federally funded Northeast Corridor Improvement Program has provided an expanded Northeast Corridor electrification, with high-speed trains that are giving the fastest rail passenger service ever seen in North America, while still other high-speed corridors are planned for other parts of the country. And with U.S. rail freight tonnage at its highest levels in history, the ability of electric locomotives to expand capacity promises to bring renewed consideration of freight railroad electrification. Whiskey1 "