Trains Feb 2018

Northwest’s own granger lineBy Robert W. ScottThe Eastern Washington Gateway short line reiterates what it’s like to be at the mercy of the harvestMysteries solvedBy Tyler TrahanTrains unravels seven physical phenomena that cause derailments, wear, or worseMap of the Month: Harrisburg, Pa., circa 1950By Bill MetzgerAttractions included PRR electrification, three major yards, and a landmark bridgeUnique bridge: A Puget Sound landmarkBy Robert W. ScottChambers Bay span is small, vital, and one of a kind in the U.S.Our love affair with timeless cab unitsBy Ron FlanaryCSX restores Clinchfield No. 800 in another tribute to the streamlined iconSmooth sailing aheadBy Bill StephensMoney flows into New York New Jersey Rail to rebuild and expand the harbor’s last carfloat operationIn My Own Words: Best practices in firing locomotivesBy Don DeShieldsA 1940s Santa Fe fireman learns tips and tricks from the master railroaders