Author: Mark A. Stevens
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1625851316
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 185
Book Description
As general manager for Erwin, Tennessee-based Clinchfield Railroad, Thomas D. Moore found an eighty-six-year-old vintage 4-6-0 ten-wheeler steam engine--the Clinchfield No. 1. Miraculously, the engine had escaped the cutter's torch when, in the mid-1950s, the railroad retired its steam fleet, shuttered passenger service and embraced the diesel era. Moore wanted the No. 1 fully restored and its long life on the rails--which had included being the first train to reach the victims of the 1889 Johnstown, Pennsylvania flood--celebrated as a goodwill ambassador for the railroad. The revived Clinchfield No. 1 led beloved excursion trains that visited seven state capitals, bringing joy to passengers from the Appalachian Mountains to Tampa, Florida. Join authors Mark A. Stevens and A.J. "Alf" Peoples on the journey of the real-life little engine that could.
The Clinchfield No. 1: Tennessee's Legendary Steam Engine
Author: Mark A. Stevens
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1625851316
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 185
Book Description
As general manager for Erwin, Tennessee-based Clinchfield Railroad, Thomas D. Moore found an eighty-six-year-old vintage 4-6-0 ten-wheeler steam engine--the Clinchfield No. 1. Miraculously, the engine had escaped the cutter's torch when, in the mid-1950s, the railroad retired its steam fleet, shuttered passenger service and embraced the diesel era. Moore wanted the No. 1 fully restored and its long life on the rails--which had included being the first train to reach the victims of the 1889 Johnstown, Pennsylvania flood--celebrated as a goodwill ambassador for the railroad. The revived Clinchfield No. 1 led beloved excursion trains that visited seven state capitals, bringing joy to passengers from the Appalachian Mountains to Tampa, Florida. Join authors Mark A. Stevens and A.J. "Alf" Peoples on the journey of the real-life little engine that could.
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1625851316
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 185
Book Description
As general manager for Erwin, Tennessee-based Clinchfield Railroad, Thomas D. Moore found an eighty-six-year-old vintage 4-6-0 ten-wheeler steam engine--the Clinchfield No. 1. Miraculously, the engine had escaped the cutter's torch when, in the mid-1950s, the railroad retired its steam fleet, shuttered passenger service and embraced the diesel era. Moore wanted the No. 1 fully restored and its long life on the rails--which had included being the first train to reach the victims of the 1889 Johnstown, Pennsylvania flood--celebrated as a goodwill ambassador for the railroad. The revived Clinchfield No. 1 led beloved excursion trains that visited seven state capitals, bringing joy to passengers from the Appalachian Mountains to Tampa, Florida. Join authors Mark A. Stevens and A.J. "Alf" Peoples on the journey of the real-life little engine that could.
The Clinchfield No. 1
Author: Mark A. Stevens
Publisher: History Press Library Editions
ISBN: 9781540210821
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
As general manager for Erwin, Tennessee-based Clinchfield Railroad, Thomas D. Moore found an eighty-six-year-old vintage 4-6-0 ten-wheeler steam engine--the Clinchfield No. 1. Miraculously, the engine had escaped the cutter's torch when, in the mid-1950s, the railroad retired its steam fleet, shuttered passenger service and embraced the diesel era. Moore wanted the No. 1 fully restored and its long life on the rails--which had included being the first train to reach the victims of the 1889 Johnstown, Pennsylvania flood--celebrated as a goodwill ambassador for the railroad. The revived Clinchfield No. 1 led beloved excursion trains that visited seven state capitals, bringing joy to passengers from the Appalachian Mountains to Tampa, Florida. Join authors Mark A. Stevens and A.J. Alf" Peoples on the journey of the real-life little engine that could."
Publisher: History Press Library Editions
ISBN: 9781540210821
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
As general manager for Erwin, Tennessee-based Clinchfield Railroad, Thomas D. Moore found an eighty-six-year-old vintage 4-6-0 ten-wheeler steam engine--the Clinchfield No. 1. Miraculously, the engine had escaped the cutter's torch when, in the mid-1950s, the railroad retired its steam fleet, shuttered passenger service and embraced the diesel era. Moore wanted the No. 1 fully restored and its long life on the rails--which had included being the first train to reach the victims of the 1889 Johnstown, Pennsylvania flood--celebrated as a goodwill ambassador for the railroad. The revived Clinchfield No. 1 led beloved excursion trains that visited seven state capitals, bringing joy to passengers from the Appalachian Mountains to Tampa, Florida. Join authors Mark A. Stevens and A.J. Alf" Peoples on the journey of the real-life little engine that could."
The 1 & Only
Author: A. J. Peoples
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780578130163
Category : Railroad trains
Languages : en
Pages : 147
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780578130163
Category : Railroad trains
Languages : en
Pages : 147
Book Description
Building the Clinchfield
Author: James A. Goforth
Publisher: The Overmountain Press
ISBN: 9781570722912
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
Following one of the most scenic routes in the country, the Clinchfield Railroad penetrates the most rugged mountain barriers in the eastern United States. Much has been written about the Clinchfield, but this volume by a retired chief engineer of the railroad fills a unique niche. He places a special emphasis on what was built, when it was built, and who did the building, including a brief biography of George L. Carter, the driving force that put it all together. Filled with photographs, maps, schedules. copies of letters, diagrams and other documents, this is a valuable source of information for researchers and rail enthusiasts.
Publisher: The Overmountain Press
ISBN: 9781570722912
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
Following one of the most scenic routes in the country, the Clinchfield Railroad penetrates the most rugged mountain barriers in the eastern United States. Much has been written about the Clinchfield, but this volume by a retired chief engineer of the railroad fills a unique niche. He places a special emphasis on what was built, when it was built, and who did the building, including a brief biography of George L. Carter, the driving force that put it all together. Filled with photographs, maps, schedules. copies of letters, diagrams and other documents, this is a valuable source of information for researchers and rail enthusiasts.
The CSX Clinchfield Route in the 21st Century
Author: Jerry Taylor
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780253350855
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 165
Book Description
CSX's Clinchfield Railroad follows one of the most scenic routes in the country and runs through the most rugged mountain barriers in the eastern United States. More than 3,000 laborers built the Clinchfield, using construction standards unheard of at the time. The railroad was finished in 1915 when George Carter, the driving force who put it all together, hammered in the last spike. Because of its enduring innovative construction, engineers have yet to enlarge its tunnels or strengthen its bridges. In its heyday, the Clinchfield was not well known outside its territory, but its history, including its genesis and challenging assembly, has fascinated railfans for years. Jerry Taylor and Ray Poteat take us on a mile-by-mile trip through the tunnels and over the bridges of the Clinchfield's route in their fascinating portrayal of this railroad's current operations.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780253350855
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 165
Book Description
CSX's Clinchfield Railroad follows one of the most scenic routes in the country and runs through the most rugged mountain barriers in the eastern United States. More than 3,000 laborers built the Clinchfield, using construction standards unheard of at the time. The railroad was finished in 1915 when George Carter, the driving force who put it all together, hammered in the last spike. Because of its enduring innovative construction, engineers have yet to enlarge its tunnels or strengthen its bridges. In its heyday, the Clinchfield was not well known outside its territory, but its history, including its genesis and challenging assembly, has fascinated railfans for years. Jerry Taylor and Ray Poteat take us on a mile-by-mile trip through the tunnels and over the bridges of the Clinchfield's route in their fascinating portrayal of this railroad's current operations.
The Geology and Coal Resources of Russell County, Virginia
Author: Geological Survey (U.S.)
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Coal
Languages : en
Pages : 266
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Coal
Languages : en
Pages : 266
Book Description
Geological Series, Bulletin
Author: Virginia. Division of Mineral Resources
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Geology
Languages : en
Pages : 762
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Geology
Languages : en
Pages : 762
Book Description
Report of Investigations. [no.2002 to No.7380]
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Mineral industries
Languages : en
Pages : 760
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Mineral industries
Languages : en
Pages : 760
Book Description
Information Circular
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Mines and mineral resources
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Mines and mineral resources
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
Technical Paper - Bureau of Mines
Author: United States. Bureau of Mines
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Mines and mineral resources
Languages : en
Pages : 1448
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Mines and mineral resources
Languages : en
Pages : 1448
Book Description