Gentlemen, I have been going through my HO scale collection and selling off items that don't fit the time frame for my future layout (1966-68). I'm giving this group first crack at this exquisite, ha
Neat video. What caught my eye was even the couplers and deck were painted Chinese Red. Is this a special paint job for this JD shoot and not something the Q normally did for their new 60' flat cars
In this Savanna image I'm fascinated by the Q engine/caboose lead in the foreground crossing the MILW branch line. It appears the Q lead crosses the MILW branch in the middle of the MILW turnout. Is
To the leadership of the BRHS, I am offering my services to assist with the CB&Q meet at Rochelle in October. I just wrapped up my duties as chairperson for the CNWHS annual meet that took place in R
For sale is a Precision Craft Models F3 A-B-A power set in CB&Q aluminum with red pin-striping and black nose stripes. Highly detailed and in perfect condition, all 3 units are powered and each inclu
Sorry I'm late to the party regarding the Burlington Lines Freight Train Operating Data Sheets, but how can a get my hands on a copy for my layout research? Rick Woods Rockton, IL --In CBQ@yahoogroup
Rupert, I should be able help you as I have experience running trademark searches. You can contact me off list to get the ball rolling. -- Rick Woods New York Central Kankakee Belt (aka "The Streator
One minor correction regarding the Sandwich Fair -- it's not the oldest in the state. That honor goes to the Knox County Fair (in Knoxville, near Galesburg). They started in 1851 and had their 167t
As I will be modeling the NYC Kankakee Belt line and will feature Zearing on my layout, I'm curious to know more about pool power run throughs between the Q, UP and NYC/PC. I'm pretty sure that the U
Louis, my father has a photo in his collection showing CB&Q 4200 operating in hump service in Galesburg. I've asked him is there is a date on the photo. This website corroborates this: https://www
Yes Rupert, my father's photo is the same as yours right down to the added text along the bottom of the photo. On the back of the photo is written details about the engine as follows: Baldwin-built i
Another photo from my father and wondering if anybody else has seen this before and can peg the location: Written on the back of the photo: Originally St. Louis, Keokuk & Northwestern Ry. Built at Ha
The ex-Fulton County Narrow Gauge that the Q bought and standard gauged from Galesburg to West Havana was also known as the "Pea Vine". -- Rick WoodsElkhorn, WI _._,_._,_ Groups.io Links: You receive
For someone who has the operating data sheets book or CD reprint put out by the Archives Committee, can somebody please contact me offline at rwoods613atgmaildotcom to discuss pooled power run-throug
1944 topographical map of Wyoming IL shows the Q-RI interchange track and 2 sidings as well as the footprint of the buildings along the right of way. -- Rick WoodsNew York Central Kankakee Belt (aka
I wasn't fortunate enough to procure the operating data sheets book nor the CD "reprint" by the Archives Committee while either was available. In researching for my future model railroad pike, I'm lo
Wow, what a find! Thanks for sharing. Rick Woods Elkhorn, WI -- Rick WoodsNew York Central Kankakee Belt (aka "The Streator Connection") East Troy, WI _._,_._,_ Groups.io Links: You receive all mess
Useful sites I use for my research into maps and structures: First is the web address to the ILHAP 1940 aerial photos website: http://maps.isgs.illinois.edu/ilhap/ Zoom and pan to the area you want t
I have to totally agree with Leo on the Richard Paseman book. Leo's review and spot on - for me it was a slow read because I wanted to carefully read and absorb every little detail. The $18.95 on A
In Galesburg, ice was indeed harvested off Highland Lake which was the first steam engine water reservoir for the Q located in what is now East Galesburg. I don't believe the Q was directly involved