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Jim Strain, club president, gives a weekly report of happenings at the railroad.
Sunday was hot with a temp in the high 90s. There was a light breeze however and the humidity wasn't so high, that made the day tolerable and 350 passengers came out to ride the WF&P behind 535, 5205 & 13. 928 was fired but didn't make a run due to a clogged burner which was cleaned out by Lawson & Fritschle so it will be ready for next Sunday, which is predicted to be just as warm. Thanks to all who volunteered in the heat as we need the extra help to give everyone a break.
Today (Wed) saw a limited crew due to the heat but J&J Scott, Keaton, Brennan and Paul Smith make a tough group and spent the day at Glencoe. The 1300 is almost primed and ready for it's cover coat of paint. Jim will be glad to have this ready for the fall busy season.
Jim
Photos attached are;
Passengers waving as they leave Glencoe.
Rich Owings running #13
John Errante and Bob Rands discussing the work needing to be done on 401's valve gear.
We had two large B-day parties on Sunday and this helped bolster the passenger count.
Steve Marx and 535
Kids enjoying the 180 & caboose.
John Bell with 535
Neubie with 535 and Fritschle with 5205 at the wye
Neubie as conductor on 535
Devin Lawson & Matt Grewe putting 535 and it's consist to bed.
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