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Magazine Articles By Doug Mahrer

A More Complete History of the Chartiers Branch Part 1

This installment starts by covering the history prior to the branch receiving its name, and then starts the description from Carnegie west to Bridgeville. Includes lots of photos and diagrams.

A More Complete History of the Chartiers Branch Part 2

This installment continues with the Bridgeville area, covering historically-interesting topics, and including photos of the area, both modern and old. Then, onward toward Canonsburg, with information and photos of Mayview, Boyce, and Hills. It also covers the Bell (PRR) and Greer (Montour) tunnels, with a map indicating their location. Finally, the article reaches Canonsburg, with photos of the area, including one of the Pittsburgh Railways crossing over the Chartiers branch track near Richfol. Includes a design diagram of the Richfol passenger shelter as built in 1918.

Mark Twain and the PRR

The author's references to the PRR.