Download or read book The Complete Book of North American Railroading written by Kevin EuDaly and published by Crestline Books. This book was released on 2016-09 with total page 355 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Celebrate over 150 years of the North American railroad with this visual history. You'll be amazed by over 400 modern and vintages photographs of these trains!
Download or read book Railroading Economics written by Michael Perelman and published by NYU Press. This book was released on 2006-06 with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Most economic theory assumes a pure capitalism of perfect competition. This book is a penetrating critique of the rhetoric and practice of conventional economic theory. It explores how even in the United States—the most capitalist of countries—the market has always been subject to numerous constraints. Perelman examines the way in which these constraints have been defended by such figures as Henry Ford, J. P. Morgan, and Herbert Hoover, and were indeed essential to the expansion of U.S. capitalism. In the process, he rediscovers the critical element in conservative thought—the “forgotten traditions of railroad economics”—that has been lost in the neoliberal present. This important and original historical reconstruction points the way to a discipline of economics freed from the mythology of the market.
Download or read book Basic Model Railroading written by Kent J. Johnson and published by Kalmbach Publishing, Co.. This book was released on 1998 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You'll appreciate the simple tips and techniques, detailed photos, diagrams, and drawings provided by the editors of Model Railroader magazine. Includes information on locomotive maintenance, painting and weathering, wiring, and much more.
Download or read book Garden Railroading written by Kent J. Johnson and published by Kalmbach Publishing, Co.. This book was released on 2002 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive collection of informative articles from Garden Railways magazine addresses the main topics of the hobby such as site considerations, developing a plan, landscaping, trackwork, power, and gardening.
Download or read book N Scale Railroading written by Martin McGuirk and published by Kalmbach Publishing, Co.. This book was released on 2009 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There have been numerous advances in N scale railroading since the first edition of this book, and the author addresses them all, from track to train control. He takes beginners through step-by-step chapters that show them how to build and operate a complete N scale 4 x 8-foot railroad based on his Androscoggin Central, an interesting and challenging New England railroad. From planning through bringing the layout to life, everything is covered. The book is also beneficial for experienced modelers looking to build a new N scale empire.
Download or read book This Was Railroading written by George B. Abdill and published by Pickle Partners Publishing. This book was released on 2017-01-12 with total page 307 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is Part 1 of a historical collection of rare photos and true stories about the tracks, trains and trainmen of the Pacific Northwest...including Northern California. Railroading is the massive Mallet and the caboose hop. It is the lonely track walker, the roundhouse rumors, the water tender, the engineer’s long-spouted oil can. It is the age of steam centered in the most romantic field of industry and commerce ever to intrigue Mr. America. And here in this book of beauty and memory is the graphic story of railroading as the “New West” saw it and rode with it. Railroading to author George B. Abdill is the sound and picture of black bulk streaking and shrieking through the night with a jet of steam trailing back along the boiler. He saw and heard this as a boy on an Oregon farm and has carried it in his heart ever since. Now as a Southern Pacific engineer—“hoghead” to you—and a dedicated collector of railroadiana, he raises the lid of his personal locker to all other railroaders, active and armchair. Get into the cab and as Engineer Abdill steams up the grade he’ll spin you tales of the rails and illustrate them with a part of his precious collection, many of these photographs museum pieces of the first water, most of them never before published, all are rare.
Download or read book Railroader written by Howard Green and published by Page Two. This book was released on 2018 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hunter Harrison, the revolutionary railroader from Memphis, dramatically turned four publicly traded companies into cash machines. Starting as a laborer when he was a wayward teenager, Harrison spent a half century in the rail business and nearly two decades running Illinois Central, Canadian National, Canadian Pacific, and CSX. Never accepting the status quo, Harrison not only renovated established railroads, he forced an industry to shape up. As the pre-eminent proponent of Precision Scheduled Railroading, Harrison created approximately $50 billion in shareholder value. Charming, intimidating, and not afraid to make enemies, the no-bullshit CEO let nothing get in his way. At the same time, he was a talent scout and coach to thousands, and a devoted father and husband for more than fifty years. Railroader offers insights into running all businesses. Howard Green's highly personal biography is deeply researched, based on conversations with Harrison over several years. It also includes candid stories from Harrison's family and colleagues - those who admired him and those who criticized him. Green's access and decades of experience give him the unparalleled ability to tell the story of this uncompromising leader who both inspired and infuriated.
Download or read book Getting Started in Garden Railroading written by Allan W. Miller and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2011-02-28 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Getting Started in Garden Railroading Here's your invitation to get started in a great hobby that's fun for the entire family. Large Scale trains are big, rugged, durable, and colorful - designed for safe and reliable operations both indoors and outdoors. When you combine model railroading with the real-life environment of a vibrant, growing garden, you'll discover a whole new world of creative opportunities, challenges, and enjoyment to fill your all-important leisure hours. This book provides all the step-by-step guidance needed to get started in this fascinating pastime. Among other things, you'll find: • Details of procedures for planning, constructing, powering, landscaping, operating, and maintaining a complete garden railroad. • More than 200 full-color photos of products construction techniques, and inspiring examples of what can actually be achieved in garden railroading. • The most comprehensive listings of manufactures, suppliers, clubs, publications, print and video references, and Internet Web site addresses ever published in a model railroading handbook. • Answers to the most frequently asked questions about what it takes to get started in this diverse and affordable hobby. • Tips and techniques provide by experienced garden railroaders from around the world. Garden railroading: A great hobby for all seasons, and for all the right reasons!
Download or read book Model Railroading with M T H Electric Trains written by Adelman and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2011-02-28 with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The model railroad empire of MTH Electric Trains continues to steam ahead and revolutionize the O gauge electric train market with its innovative product lines, helping to make O gauge the fastest growing segment in model railroading. This is the first operator's handbook devoted to MTH's unique features and characteristics, including the new MTH Digital Control System. Model railroaders can easily construct a complete MTH railroad with the detailed step-by-step instructions in this full-color reference. Thorough coverage of MTH operating systems and related components helps enthusiasts choose the right layout. • First operator's handbook devoted to MTH Electric Trains' unique features and characteristics • Features step-by-step construction of a complete railroad layout from the ground up • Overviews MTH Electric Trains' components and control systems
Download or read book Railroading and the Automobile Industry written by Jeff Wilson and published by Kalmbach Publishing Co. This book was released on 2019-01-30 with total page 99 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This all-new book by Jeff Wilson takes a historical look at both industries and their symbiotic relationship from the 1910s through today. The well-researched book features a wealth of information and prototype photos showing how railroads have handled automobile traffic (parts and finished vehicles), beginning with the steam era. Covered topics include the evolution of the railroad equipment used, including auto parts boxcars, double-door boxcars, piggyback auto trailers, two- and three-deck open auto racks, and enclosed auto racks, how auto production, parts plants and assembly plants work, how railroads get raw materials to plants and deliver vehicles to distribution centers and more!
Download or read book Railroading in Eighteen Countries written by Maj.-Gen. Carl R. Gray and published by Pickle Partners Publishing. This book was released on 2018-12-01 with total page 393 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the story of the Military Railway Service of the United States Army from its beginning in 1862 and including a brief account of the Service in World War I. It is specifically the story of the military use of railroads in World War II and in Korea. General Gray has focused his comprehensive account on the performance of the personnel of the Service, and on outstanding individuals wherever possible. Out of more than 351,000 men and women employees of American railroads serving in all arms in World War II, 43,500 were assigned to various units of the Military Railway Service. This impressive record of their achievements covers history, organization, training and operations in Alaska, England, North Africa, Sicily and Italy, Northern France and Belgium, Southern France, Germany and Austria, Iran, India, the Philippines, New Caledonia, Australia, Japan and Korea. A notable feature of this handsome volume is the wealth of fine photographs of operations in all areas, for the most part photographs not seen before.
Download or read book HO Scale Model Railroading written by Jeff Wilson and published by Kalmbach Publishing, Co.. This book was released on 2003 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Starting with benchwork and ending with realistic scenery, this practical, no-nonsense guide provides insight into the fundamentals of model railroading in the hobby's most popular scale. Features up-to-date techniques and references many significant new products.
Download or read book Railroading for Union Pacific written by John C Ladd and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2013-03-06 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Memoir of four decades working for the Union Pacific Railroad.
Download or read book Intermodal Railroading written by Brian Solomon and published by . This book was released on with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This richly illustrated history chronicles one of the most revolutionary developments in freight railroading during the twentieth century: intermodal shipping, or the use of containers to move cargo between trains, trucks, and oceangoing vessels. It was a development that transformed the movement of freight around the world, with an almost incalculable impact on American industry. Intermodal railroading in North America begins tentatively, with attempts at piggybacking in the 1930s, before moving on to more serious developments in the period from World War II through the 1960s, notably by Canadian Pacific and the New Haven and Southern Pacific railroads. After looking at early intermodal technology and traffic, particularly the formation of pioneering equipment manufacturer and provider TTX, author Brian Solomon turns to the contemporary period. His account of mighty changes in North American shipping ranges from the implications of deregulation and various railroad mergers, to the emergence of partnerships between railroads and trucking and shipping firms. In addition to railroads like Conrail, BNSF, and CSX, this comprehensive history features trucking, freight delivery, and forwarding firms such as J. B. Hunt, Sea-Land, Maersk, and K-Line. It also considers the importance of specialized modern rolling stock, motive power, loading equipment, and intermodal hubs including South Kearney, Seattle, Long Beach, Oakland, and Houston.
Download or read book Railroading in the Eighties written by L. E. Roxbury and published by . This book was released on 1962 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Get Started in Garden Railroading written by and published by Kalmbach Publishing, Co.. This book was released on 2006 with total page 20 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn the basics of garden railroading with this booklet offering tips on choosing plants to arranging the track to best suit the terrain of your yard.
Download or read book Trackwork and Lineside Detail for Your Model Railroad written by Kent J. Johnson and published by Kalmbach Publishing, Co.. This book was released on 2000 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Featuring more than 30 projects from the experts found in Model Railroader magazine, this book focuses on laying and weathering track and creating the realistic lineside details that are found alongside it.
