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Historic LO&S Car #10 at SRR!

2010-04-08T13:15:00Z

Thought this comment deserves its own thread, so I've copied it here from the "General Discussion" category:

I stopped by the Strasburg Railroad earlier today, and was pleasantly surprised to see Car #10 of the Lancaster, Oxford, and Southern Railroad (or, if you prefer, the "Little, Old, and Slow") sitting on the 'ready' track behind the SRR engine house. It appears to have been completely refurbished (both inside and out), and from the brief glimpse I managed to get, it also appears to be riding on a pair of powered trucks.

Unfortunately, I didn't have time to stop and ask anyone what SRR plans to do with her, but the thought struck me of having old #10 pay the Oxford Region a 'home-coming' visit, perhaps to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the railroad coming to the region!

In addition, I do not believe we would be able to have #10 make an appearance under her own power, nor do I think it would be possible to pull her DIT, since, at least at first glance, there might be some AAR interchange rules compliance issues (forgot to notice if the wheel sets had been modernized with roller bearings, or if they still retained the packed journals; also, #10 is still equipped with antiquated hook-and-loop couplers at each end).

I plan to revisit the SRR either tomorrow or Friday, depending on the weather, so I may get some answers... at the very least I'll get a few dozen photos to add to the site!

- Walt

First Audio Interview for "Brandywine Valley Speaks" - Original Air Date September 19, 2008

2010-01-22T16:33:00Z

This is the first in a series of interviews regarding the revitalization of the Octoraro Railroad Line and its role in the expansion of economic development within southern Chester County, Pennsylvania.

Originally aired on September 19, 2008 on "Brandywine Valley Speaks", a Public Affairs program of BrandywineRadio.com.

Audio Courtesy of BrandywineRadio.com.

"Brandywine Valley Speaks" Audio Interview - Air Date January 8, 2010

2010-01-21T17:09:00Z

This is the second in a series of interviews regarding the revitalization of the Octoraro Railroad Line and its role in the expansion of economic development within southern Chester County, Pennsylvania.

Audio Courtesy of BrandywineRadio.com.

Economic Development Thread

2009-02-05T20:53:00Z

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Transportation Issues in Southern Chester County

2009-02-05T20:46:00Z

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A General Discussion Thread - Welcome; Please Read!

2009-02-04T22:41:16Z

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