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From the Editor
Magazine:
NASG Dispatch 1993 #1 February
Page:
4
Author:
Mike Palmiter
Category:
Model Railroads and People
Scale:
S
A 1992 survey done by Model Railroader magazine showed 1.4% of their readers modeling in S-scale, and 9.6% of the people considering S-scale their secondary favorite. At the time that meant around 21,000 people interested in S-scale. The author proposes how to reach those people.
Meet an S Gauger
Magazine:
NASG Dispatch 1993 #1 February
Page:
5
Author:
Bob Jackson
Category:
Model Railroads and People
Scale:
S
Introduces Russ Mobley (the third general director of the NASG, and owner of Amity Star Models).
Englewood
Magazine:
NASG Dispatch 1993 #1 February
Page:
6
Author:
Mike Palmiter
Category:
Structures - Depots/Stations/Yards
Englewood Station in Chicago. The author shares photos of the model he built, prototype photos, the track arrangement at the station (four railroads intersected there), and a track plan for his 22'x26' HO-scale that modeled the area along with a photo.
S Lore
Magazine:
NASG Dispatch 1993 #1 February
Page:
11
Author:
Jim Kindraka
Category:
Model Repair
Scale:
S
Notes about brass models, including remembering that these are hand-built, one-off models, replacing worn-out flexible tubing between motor and gear tower, universal joint cracking issues, and Alco RS-11/RS-18/RS-32 running problems.
More Lore...
Magazine:
NASG Dispatch 1993 #1 February
Page:
12
Author:
Mike Palmiter
Category:
Electronics
Scale:
S
The author describes how he takes audio speakers, dresses them up as buildings, and places them around his layout.
The Jet Age
Magazine:
NASG Dispatch 1993 #1 February
Page:
14
Author:
Mike Palmiter
Category:
Locomotives - Electric
Scale:
S
The author describes how he built a New Haven EP5 from various parts, including an American Models FP7 chassis.
A.F. Service Committee Report
Magazine:
NASG Dispatch 1993 #1 February
Page:
19
Author:
Doug Peck
Category:
Model Railroad Organizations
Scale:
S
Updates on the 1992 and 1993 NASG A.F. Commemorative cars.
The Little Train That Could
Magazine:
NASG Dispatch 1993 #1 February
Page:
21
Author:
Mike Palmiter
Category:
Railroads
History and information about the Chicago, South Shore and South Bend Railroad. Includes many prototype photos, and the Cummins Siding track plan (and car movement diagrams).
'S' Fest '92
Magazine:
NASG Dispatch 1993 #1 February
Page:
32
Author:
Pete Mihelich
Category:
Model Railroad Shows
Scale:
S
Report on the 1992 Fall S Fest in Elk Grove Village, IL.
Lighting the Way
Magazine:
NASG Dispatch 1993 #1 February
Page:
33
Author:
Mike Palmiter
Category:
Structures - Trackside
Scale:
S
The author describes how he built his own illuminated signal lights, purely for scenic effect. Includes a photo and construction diagram.
Minutes of the Board of Trustees Meeting
Magazine:
NASG Dispatch 1993 #1 February
Page:
34
Author:
Mark McFrederick
Category:
Model Railroad Organizations
Scale:
S
The secretary's report of what happened at the NASG BOT meeting at the 1992 NASG Convention.
NASG National Membership Meeting
Magazine:
NASG Dispatch 1993 #1 February
Page:
35
Author:
Mark McFrederick
Category:
Model Railroad Organizations
Scale:
S
The secretary's report of what happened at the NASG general membership meeting at the 1992 NASG Convention.