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Magazine Articles By Rich Newmiller
Horseshoe Curve
Magazine:
Scale Rails 2006-02
Page:
27
Category:
Railroads
A full description of the famous curve near Altoona, Pennsylvania. The article covers the history of the area, shows a number of modern-day photos, and covers the Railroaders Memorial Museum in Altoona itself.
Reading and Blue Mountain Northern Railroad
Magazine:
Scale Rails 2006-01
Page:
23
Category:
Railroads
Extras:
A functional railroad serving nine counties in eastern Pennsylvania, which runs on track once owned by the PRR. Article includes many photos of the area.
The Hercules Cement Plant
Magazine:
Scale Rails 2005-11
Page:
28
Category:
Industries
Photos and full discussion of the Hercules Cement plant in Stockertown, Pennsylvania.
The Strasburg Railroad & The Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania
Magazine:
Scale Rails 2005-12
Page:
30
Category:
Museums
Extras:
The article describes the museum and the history of the Strasburg Railroad (one of the oldest short-line railroad in the U.S.). Includes photos of locomotives, switch tower interior, and exhibit hall.
Welcome to Steamtown
Magazine:
Scale Rails 2005-10
Page:
26
Category:
Museums
Extras:
Steamtown opened in 1986 to show people the significance of railroad steam. It occupies 40 acres in northeastern Pennsylvania. The article includes many recent photos and a description of the museum's inventory.