Railroads employed "date nails" to mark the last time ties were replaced. I have only come across these relics on what is now the CN Iron Range Sub and in Two Harbors outside the museum. The most... (more)
In 1995, high-tech propane switch heaters had yet to come to the CSX interlocking at Miller Tower in Cherry Run, WV. Old kerosene switch pots were still in use. They were dirty, smelly and requi... (more)
Christmas 'snow clear' is displayed as green over red on the northbound White River Junction South Siding Switch interlocking signal ahead of the Amtak Vermonter on Sunday night. During lightly f... (more)