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| RAILFANNING SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA IN THE 1950s | Vintage railfanning action in southern California in the 1950s, at locations which include Cajon and Beaumont Passes, SP’s Glendale and Burbank Jcts., ATSF’s Elsinore Branch and LAUPT, with a wide variety of motive power both diesel and steam. Computer enhanced and color corrected 16mm film footage, with added sound effects and narration. By Pentrex; Historic Hot Spots series. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:20 | | Video Number: | R-030 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| RAILROAD SIGNAL | New York Central’s public relations department takes you exploring the workings of NYC’s extensive signal system. Included is operation and maintenance, but the best part is the continuing array of steam power that passes before you, Black and white, sound. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:18 | | Video Number: | X-170 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| RAILROADS IN NATIONAL DEFENSE | An early 1950s film from the Association of American Railroads, showing the importance of our railroads in time of a national crisis. Many fine steam and diesel runbys are included in this footage. Color, sound. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:14 | | Video Number: | R-140 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| RAILRODDER | How would you like to travel from the East Coast to the West Coast of Canada in only 25 minutes? Join famous silent comedian Buster Keaton as he travels from coast to coast in a most entertaining style. This comedy classic is complete with scenery, Canadian National trains and a nice musical score. Produced in 1965 by the National Film Board of Canada. Donated by POTOMAC CHAPTER, NRHS. Color, sound. Converted to video from a 16mm film in the NRHS collection. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:25 | | Video Number: | R-040 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| RAILS ACROSS THE SUMMIT | The narrow-gauge doubleheaded steam trains are running between Chama and Antonito on the Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad, carrying passengers over one of the most spectacular routes in North America. Color, sound. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:28 | | Video Number: | R-150 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| RAILS CHICAGO | A re-release of a 1987 tape, with current additions by Steve Neff of Neff Video Productions. The coverage of major Chicago railroads is good, with heavy emphasis on Conrail and Santa Fe. Good footage of the IC and South Shore electric commuter operations. Color, stereo sound. By Green Frog Productions. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:00 | | Video Number: | R-050 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| RAILS TO STEEL CITY | A video by Steve Neff covering the mainline rail operations around Pittsburgh. A complete mix of rail operations, including good coverage of the now-defunct PATrain between Pittsburgh and Versailles. Color, stereo sound. By Green Frog Productions. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:10 | | Video Number: | R-100 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| RAILS TO THE TWIN PORTS | Pentrex camera crews spent four seasons of 1999 exploring the railroad facilities of the Twin Ports of Duluth MN and Superior WI, including the six major railroads which serve them (BNSF, UP, CP, CN, WC, DM&IR). Also, join them for a cab ride on the North Shore Scenic along Lake Superior in restored ex-GN NW5. Color, stereo sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:55 | | Video Number: | R-110 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| RAILSCENE #22 - Spring 1990 | This “railway video magazine” gives us views of selected railway action highlights in Great Britain in the Spring of 1990. By Railscene Limited. Donated by WALTER GAY. | | Length (HH:MM): | 2:30 | | Video Number: | R-155 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| RAILSCENE #23 - Summer 1990 | This “railway video magazine” gives us views of selected railway action highlights in Great Britain in the Summer of 1990. By Railscene Limited. Donated by WALTER GAY. | | Length (HH:MM): | 2:00 | | Video Number: | R-156 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| RAILSCENE #24 - Autumn 1990 | This “railway video magazine” gives us views of selected railway action highlights in Great Britain in the Autumn of 1990. By Railscene Limited. Donated by WALTER GAY. | | Length (HH:MM): | 2:00 | | Video Number: | R-157 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| RAILWAY & TROLLEY MEMORIES | This video is from two sections of film footage. The first portion, in color, shows primarily steam in the days of regular service. The second part, in black & white, is of various trolley and interurban traction, ending with the Indiana Railroad in color. Color and black & white, silent. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:40 | | Video Number: | R-165 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| RAILWAY WITH A HEART OF GOLD | A fond look at the quaint narrow-gauge Tal-y-Llyn Railway high in the mountains of northern Wales. Beautiful scenery, delightful commentary. Because of the age of this Eastman Color print, the color is faded on the red side. Color, sound. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:14 | | Video Number: | R-170 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| THE RATHOLE | Shot in October 1994, this video shows Norfolk Southern operations between Danville, Kentucky and Oakdale, Tenn. Color, sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:30 | | Video Number: | R-185 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| RATON PASS - King Coal, The Chief and the “BALJ” | See one of the greatest shows in modern railroading as you view Amtrak’s “Southwest Chief” and plenty of Santa Fe freight trains operating across the summit of Raton Pass in northern New Mexico. Color, sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:30 | | Video Number: | R-190 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| REBUILDING THE READING CAR DUMPER - Port Reading, NJ - September, 1942 | The Reading Railroad’s coal car dumper at Port Reading, NJ was taken out of service for a major overhaul in September, 1942, and rebuilt in less than 10 days! Rare Reading and CNJ tugboat scenes and the rebuilding are covered in detail. Black and white, sound. By Silver Brook Junction Publishing Co. Donated by PETER URBAITIS. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:45 | | Video Number: | R-225 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| REFLECTIONS OF AMERICAN RAILROADING | Dr. H. R. Blackburn began filming trains in 1935. Specializing in high-speed pacing and fast action, his films are highly recognized as some of the most exciting movies of railroading. See steam and diesel action on 19 railroads, plus a bonus section shot on 12 different traction lines. Black & white, narration. By Herron Rail Services. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:18 | | Video Number: | R-230 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| RETURN TO BLUE RIDGE | High iron drama in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia as N&W 1218 operates on its first public excursions in April 1987, and also runs side-by-side with the 611 at the 1987 NRHS Roanoke Convention (remember?) and rolls through the Appalachians to West Virginia in August 1987. Published by Locomotion Pictures of England. Donated by ROANOKE CHAPTER, NRHS. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:52 | | Video Number: | R-250 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| ROCK ISLAND RAILROAD | This tape features views from the 16mm cameras of Emery Gulash and Jerry Carson, taken from the 1950s through the 1970s. See Rock Island’s famous passenger trains and long freight trains across the plains of America. Color, dubbed sound. From Green Frog Productions. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:00 | | Video Number: | R-750 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| RUNNIN’ THE HIGHLINE - BNSF’s Gateway Subdivision | Ride in the cab of a BNSF freight train up the former Western Pacific highline between Keddie, CA and Klamath Falls, OR. Scenes of the train and the beautiful areas it traverses are also shot from the ground. Color, stereo sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:47 | | Video Number: | R-900 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SACRAMENTO NORTHERN | Journey back 50 years and travel California’s Sacramento Northern Railway from the Bay Area to Chico, plus branches, all in 1940. See a catenary-equipped carferry, helper operations and more. Color, sound and narration. Produced by Catenary Productions, released by Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:50 | | Video Number: | S-200 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SACRAMENTO RAILFAIR 1991 | The 10th Anniversary celebration of the California State Railroad Museum brought a large gathering of steam locomotives under some gorgeous skies. See interviews with the crews who restored and operated several locomotives, and also see an overview of the movement of Union Pacific 844 and 3985 plus Southern Pacific 2372 and 4449 to Sacramento for Railfair. Color, sound. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:00 | | Video Number: | S-205 | | Number of Copies: | 2 |
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| SACRAMENTO ‘99 - Rails to the Golden State Official Video | Re-live the 1999 joint convention of NRHS and Railway & Locomotive Historical Society, which was headquartered in Sacramento CA. This official convention video covers all the convention trips and Railfair ‘99, plus the pre-convention inbound trip. Also featured are cab rides on McCloud Railway and in 844. Color, stereo sound, narration. By Valhalla Video Productions. Donated by CENTRAL COAST CHAPTER, NRHS. | | Length (HH:MM): | 2:12 | | Video Number: | S-207 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SALUDA MOUNTAIN | A documentary film on operations on North Carolina’s Saluda Hill, including views and interviews. Produced by Personal Video Production. Donated by WINSTON-SALEM CHAPTER, NRHS. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:00 | | Video Number: | S-225 | | Number of Copies: | 2 |
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| SAN DIEGO RAILROAD MUSEUM | Enjoy a detailed look at the operating collection of the San Diego Model Railroad Museum in Balboa Park, CA, which houses the largest indoor model railroad exhibit in the United States. Color, sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:30 | | Video Number: | S-227 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SAN JOSE STEAM CELEBRATION | Complete coverage of the 1992 NRHS Convention at San Jose, CA is included on this excellent tape, with Union Pacific #3985 over Altamont Pass to Stockton, Daylight #4449 on numerous pre-convention and convention trips, plus a post-event trip back north, SP 2472 along the Peninsula, and deadheaded with 4449 at Watsonville. Color, sound. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 2:00 | | Video Number: | S-231 | | Number of Copies: | 2 |
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| SAND PATCH GRADE | A review of the CSX rail action on Sand Patch Grade in south central Pennsylvania, ranging from Cumberland, MD to Rockwood, PA. You may view the many transitional CSX paint schemes as well as some limited Amtrak action in this tape, as trains work their way across the Alleghenies. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:00 | | Video Number: | S-230 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SANTA FE 3751 - Return to Steam | Follow Pentrex’s camera crews as the long journey to restore Santa Fe 4-8-4 #3751 to service began in 1986 with its movement from a park in San Bernardino to a shop for a complete rebuilding, trial break-in runs and finally its four-day maiden voyage a few days later. Color, sound. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:00 | | Video Number: | S-234 | | Number of Copies: | 2 |
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| SANTA FE ODYSSEY - Volume II - The 1970’s | This two-tape set features Emery Gulash’s 16mm films of the Santa Fe, done in the late 1970’s as the railroad postured itself for the 1980’s. Coverage includes numerous points between Chicago and California, with passenger and freight action, and numerous different paint schemes. Each tape is one hour. Color, sound. By Green Frog Productions. | | Length (HH:MM): | 2:00 | | Video Number: | S-239 S-240 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SANTA FE SALUTE! | Take a historic trip on the Santa Fe - in the era just prior to Amtrak’s takeover. See first generation Warbonnets, Alco PAs, Santa Fe passenger trains and more. This tape was originally released in 1989 by Hopewell Productions. Color and black & white, sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:00 | | Video Number: | S-245 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SANTA FE VINTAGE DIESELS - Volume I | Originally shot in 8mm by Dick Wallin, this shows a wide variety of Fairbanks-Morse, Baldwin, Alco and EMD locomotives in both freight and passenger service. Line drawings and specifications are given for each locomotive. Color, stereo sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:50 | | Video Number: | S-246 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SANTA FE: THE DIESEL LOCOMOTIVE - Its Servicing, Maintenance, and Repair | Behind the scenes views at Santa Fe’s shops in San Bernardino, Barstow and Winslow during the 1950s of the complete servicing of early freight and passenger diesels. Color, sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:25 | | Video Number: | S-241 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SANTA FE’S ARIZONA MAINLINE | A look at the Santa Fe’s high-density, high-speed mainline across the state of Arizona. A fascinating combination of scenery and heavy-duty railroading, which includes a lot of intermodal traffic. Color, sound. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:20 | | Video Number: | S-232 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SANTA FE’S MOJAVE MAINLINE | View high density railroading on the busy Santa Fe mainline across California’s Mojave Desert. Included is the Needles Subdivision between Needles and Barstow. The new Warbonnet paint scheme is increasingly evident on this tape. Color, sound. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:15 | | Video Number: | S-233 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SANTA FE’S NEW MEXICO MAIN - The Belen Cutoff | Diesel fans of the Santa Fe will enjoy the varied activity on the mainline between Belen and Clovis, NM. Pictured are the vanishing SD45, SDF45 and GP30 units as well as the new Warbonnet units. Some Amtrak action adds to the color of this tape, geared toward the modern enthusiast looking for diesel action. By WB Video Productions. Donated by WICHITA CHAPTER, NRHS. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:00 | | Video Number: | S-235 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SANTA FE’S NEW MEXICO MAINLINE - Volume I - The Clovis Subdivision | View Santa Fe freights in action on its Clovis Subdivision in in the Abo Canyon and other scenic locations. Color, sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:30 | | Video Number: | S-236 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SANTA FE’S NEW MEXICO MAINLINE - Volume II - The Gallup Subdivision | View Santa Fe freights in action on its Gallup Subdivision in western New Mexico, as well as Amtrak’s “Southwest Chief”. Color, sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:30 | | Video Number: | S-237 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SANTA FE’S PASADENA SUBDIVISION | Vintage footage of streamlined passenger trains in the 1950s and early 1960s along Santa Fe’s busy Pasadena Subdivision mainline. Computer enhanced and color corrected 16mm film footage, with added sound effects and narration. By Pentrex; Historic Hot Spots series. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:00 | | Video Number: | S-242 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SD40-2’S IN THE CANADIAN ROCKIES | A film narrative on CP Rail’s SD40-2 diesel helpers on Rogers Pass in western Canada, a service which ended with completion of the Rogers Pass tunnel project in 1989. Tape includes on-train and trackside sequences. By Wild Rose Productions. Color, track sound, narration. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:42 | | Video Number: | S-250 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SEASHORE - 50 YEARS OF PRESERVATION | The Seashore Trolley Museum, Kennebunkport, ME is the oldest and most comprehensive collection of transit vehicles in the world. Shot in June, 1989, this tape shows some of the Museum’s restored vehicles in action. See a three-car North Shore train, Lehigh Valley Transit 1030-”Liberty Bell Limited”, a Crandic interurban and more. Highball Productions. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:00 | | Video Number: | S-400 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SHASTA DAYLIGHT - 4449’s Finest Video Hour | In July, 1991, following a chemical spill in the Sacramento River, Southern Pacific operated excursions with Daylight #4449 between Dunsmuir and Mount Shasta City as a public relations gesture. Enjoy perfect sunshine in this tape, which even includes some doubleheading with 4-6-2 #2472. Color, sound. By Goodheart Productions. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:00 | | Video Number: | S-475 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SIX HIRED GUNS — 25 YEARS OF SOUTHERN STEAM | Spectacular video scenes shot from helicopters of steam locomotives Nos. 722, 750, 4501, 610, 2839, and 2716. Color, sound, narration by Jim Bistline. By Sunday River Productions. Donated by BALTIMORE CHAPTER NRHS. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:23 | | Video Number: | S-480 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SMOKE AROUND GOTHAM (1988 NRHS Convention) | Experience again the four headline excursions of the 1988 “Garden State in ‘88” NRHS convention. Morristown & Erie’s Alco “Centuries” lead a trip up ex-NYC’s West Shore Route to Selkirk Yard. The remaining trips use Nickel Plate Berkshire No. 765, including a run to Port Jervis over Moodna Viaduct. Color, sound, narration. By Hopewell Productions. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:52 | | Video Number: | S-510 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SNOW ON THE RUN | This is a reproduction of a Southern Pacific-produced film from the winter of 1951-52, dedicated to the railroad’s snow-fighting employees. Included is rare footage of the City of San Francisco being dug out after being trapped in a snowslide for three days. Color, narration. By Pentrex Vintage Films. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:18 | | Video Number: | S-550 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SOUTHERN 4501 ‘85 | Southern 4501 is viewed on two trips operated out of Greensboro, NC in 1985, one to Keysville, VA via Danville and the second via Winston-Salem, Roanoke, Hurt and return. Brief visits are made to the Roanoke Transportation Museum and the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum. By JMJ Productions. Donated by GREENSBORO CHAPTER, NRHS. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:48 | | Video Number: | S-600 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SOUTHERN BELLE | Pride of the Kansas City Southern, the Southern Belle made its debut in September 1940. The run from Kansas City to New Orleans in 18 hours is preserved through rare footage in this historical film, which also includes a beauty contest for “Miss Southern Belle”. Color, sound. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:18 | | Video Number: | S-625 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SOUTHERN PACIFIC 2472 | Southern Pacific 4-6-2 #2472 made its first really long journey in September, 1992, when it traveled from San Jose to Los Angeles and return on the Pacific Limited excursion. See the scenic Pacific Ocean coastline as this steamer hauls a colorful excursion train. Color, sound. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:00 | | Video Number: | S-680 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SOUTHERN SHORT LINES, Part 2 | Features entirely steam operations on five Southern U.S. shortline railroads, one of which is a woodburner. Included are the Rockton Rion, Anderson Quarry, ET&WNC, NARC and Mississippian Railroads. Color, silent. Filmed by Harry P. Dodge. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:40 | | Video Number: | S-630 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SP’s CENTRAL CALIFORNIA MAINLINE - San Joaquin Subdivision | A variety of Southern Pacific trains roll past Bakersfield, Goshen Junction, Fresno, Modesto, Lathrop Wye, Stockton Tower, El Pinal, Lodi, Elvas Tower and Roseville in 1996. Color, stereo sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:13 | | Video Number: | S-682 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SP’s GEEPS AND CADILLACS - Vintage Workhorses | Forty year-old GP9, SD7 and SD9 diesel locomotives move freight over Southern Pacific’s central California mainline from Roseville to Fresno and branchlines in the 1990s. Included is a cab ride in Geep 3742 downgrade at Galt. Color, stereo sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:52 | | Video Number: | S-681 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| ST. LOUIS STEAM CELEBRATION | A video synopsis of all the steam activities surrounding the 1990 NRHS Convention at St. Louis, filmed by six different Pentrex camera crews. See Cotton Belt 819, Frisco 1522, Norfolk & Western 1218 and Union Pacific 844 all strutting their stuff for the faithful in June, 1990. | | Length (HH:MM): | 2:00 | | Video Number: | S-215 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| STATION MASTER | This comedy short, produced around 1919, stars Billy West, who copied Charlie Chaplin. West, in this film, runs an old railroad station in a very humorous way. Black & white, silent with music soundtrack. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:20 | | Video Number: | S-700 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| STEAM ACROSS AMERICA - Volume I - The East | Pentrex takes you across the eastern United States during the 1950’s and early 1960’s, viewing steam on the Norfolk & Western, the Pennsylvania Railroad, Nickel Plate Road, Burlington and Duluth, Missabe & Iron Range. Originally captured on 16mm film by Bruce Ward. Color, live audio, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:35 | | Video Number: | S-715 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| STEAM ACROSS AMERICA - Volume II - The West | Pentrex returns to the late 1950’s in the western United States. You’ll see mainline steam action on the Union Pacific, Southern Pacific, Colorado & Southern, Great Western, among others. This reproduction of 16mm film shot by Bruce Ward is in color, with live audio and narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:35 | | Video Number: | S-716 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| STEAM DRIVEN MAN: Chad O’Connor | When Congress decided to fund construction of two locomotives for the Promontory Point Historic Site in Utah, Chad O’Connor, who had built and filmed many steam locomotives, was given the task. This film shows his workshop, highlights his collection of films and has excerpts of several personal interviews. Color, stereo sound,narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:38 | | Video Number: | S-765 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| STEAM IN EAST TENNESSEE | A first run excursion of N&W Class A #1218 on a Watauga Valley Chapter NRHS excursion over the old Southern line from Bristol to Morristown, TN and return on June 25, 1989. This tape is in color, with exciting actual sound and narration with some musical background. Produced by Emory Video Productions. Donated by WATAUGA VALLEY CHAPTER, NRHS. | | Length (HH:MM): | N/A | | Video Number: | S-725 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| STEAM IN THE 50s | A look at steam operations, mainly in the Chicago area, on 14 railroads, as seen through the 16mm camera of Jerry Carson. His films were converted to videotape and most sequences were shot in the mid to late 1950s. The color is good to excellent, and the sound is stereo. By Green Frog Productions. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:00 | | Video Number: | S-735 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| STEAM LOCOMOTIVE | Produced in 1943, this classic New York Central documentary is the story of the mighty Hudson, a class of steam locomotive long loved by steam fans. You’ll see service, maintenance and operation of the NYC’s Hudson-type in this classic film. Black and white, sound. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:20 | | Video Number: | X-170 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| STEAM LOCOMOTIVE RESTORATION - Into the 21st Century | A panel discussion on steam locomotive restoration as conducted at the 1992 NRHS San Jose Convention. Panelists included Union Pacific’s Steve Lee, SP 4449’s Doyle McCormack, Norfolk Southern’s Carl Jensen, SP 2472’s Mike Mangini and Santa Fe 3751’s Scott Brittin. Moderator is Mark Cedeck, St. Louis Chapter, NRHS. Produced by Mark I Video. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:20 | | Video Number: | S-745 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| STEAM OVER TENNESSEE PASS - The Steam Event of 1997 | Union Pacific’s Northern No. 844, combined with UP’s re-built A-B-A set of E-units and 18 passenger cars, lead a June 1997 special from Denver Union Station through the Royal Gorge and over Tennessee Pass to Salt Lake City. Color, sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:30 | | Video Number: | S-736 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| STEAM TO CHICAGO | View various steam excursion trains as they made their way to Chicago for the 1993 NRHS Convention. You’ll see the inbound Independence Limited coming from Knoxville, TN on the NS, UP Challenger 3985 as it is re-routed off some planned routes because of the 1993 Midwest floods. Color, sound. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:00 | | Video Number: | S-738 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| STEAM TO HUNTINGTON 1225 765 1218 | A video chronicle of the pre-convention movement of Pere Marquette 1225, Nickel Plate 765 and Norfolk & Western 1218 to the 1991 NRHS Convention at Huntington, WV. Particular emphasis is placed on 1225’s trip from Owosso, MI to Lima, OH where it joined 765 to Huntington. Color, sound. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:30 | | Video Number: | S-740 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| STEAM TO LOS ANGELES - 1989 | Follow Union Pacific #8444 as it departs Cheyenne to begin a trip to Los Angeles to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Los Angeles Union Passenger Terminal. Arriving in L.A., view UP 8444 and Southern Pacific Daylight 4449 arrive side-by-side. Following, watch the 8444 and 4449 storm up Cajon Pass side-by-side. By Pentrex. Color, track sound, narration. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:15 | | Video Number: | S-750 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| A STEAM TRAIN PASSES | Produced by Film Australia in 1974, this beautifully photographed film with no narration is a recreation of steam train travel in the 1940s. You’ll spend the day with the crew of an American-looking 4-6-2 from the kindling of the boiler’s fire, through the operation of the train from morning to night. A definite must see! Color, sound. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:24 | | Video Number: | A-825 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| STEAMTOWN GRAND OPENING | Footage shot of the various activities of Steamtown’s Grand Opening celebration held during July 4th weekend, 1995. Includes both static displays and excursion trips. Color, sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:00 | | Video Number: | S-770 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SUBWAY — THE EMPIRE BENEATH NEW YORK’S STREETS | Documentary produced in 1994 of the history and operations of the New York City Subway System. Black & white and color, sound, narration. By Transit Gloria Mundi Productions and A&E Networks. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:50 | | Video Number: | S-835 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SUGAR CANE TRAIN | Originally produced by the Paradise Television Network in 1991, this film allows one to ride the Hawaiian narrow gauge Lahaina-Kaanapali and Pacific Railroad behind steam through sugar cane fields and golf courses in the shadow of the West Maui Mountains. Included is a train over the 400-foot Hahakea trestle. Color, stereo sound. By Mountain Automation Corporation. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:30 | | Video Number: | S-840 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SUNRISE/SUNSET: A Day at Gibbon Junction | Seventy-three freight trains make their appearance 29 miles west of Grand Island, NE and 14 miles east of Kearney on the Union Pacific from 6:10 am till 9:09 pm in 1997. Train symbols and other statistics are shown. Color, stereo sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:13 | | Video Number: | S-846 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| SUNSET LIMITED EXTENSION TO MIAMI | A complete amateur video synopsis of the inaugural run of Amtrak’s Sunset Limited from New Orleans to Miami between March 31 and April 2, 1993. Coverage of the numerous ceremonies is provided, as well as the first revenue trips westward. Videotaped by Bob Sunderland. Donated by GULF COAST CHAPTER, NRHS. | | Length (HH:MM): | 2:00 | | Video Number: | S-850 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| THE SUPER CHIEF | Another classic color publicity film from the Santa Fe Railway, showing rail passenger travel at its best between Chicago and California. Complete on-board views of 1950’s-vintage sleeping, dining, dome and coach equipment are included. Color, narration. Reproduced by Pentrex Vintage Films. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:15 | | Video Number: | S-875 | | Number of Copies: | 2 |
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| SUPER TRAINS | The first half of this video shows the newest (in 1997) freight locomotives used in the U.S., including the SD80MAC as explained by UP’s Steve Lee. The second half covers high-speed passenger trains throughout the world, including France’s TGV and Germany’s maglev test train. Color, stereo sound, narration. By Pentrex and KAOS Entertainment. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:02 | | Video Number: | S-880 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| TEHACHAPI | Views shot in 1993 of Southern Pacific and Santa Fe freight trains at and in the area of Tehachapi Loop, the busiest single-track mountain railroad in the world. Color, sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:20 | | Video Number: | T-250 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| THIS IS MY RAILROAD - SOUTHERN PACIFIC - Diesel Version | The diesel version of a 1950’s-vintage Southern Pacific publicity film shows action along the entire Espee system behind first generation diesel power, including EMD E and F units and Alco PA’s. Excellent color and clarity has been maintained in this reproduction. Pentrex Vintage Films. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:30 | | Video Number: | S-675 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| THIS IS MY RAILROAD - SOUTHERN PACIFIC - Steam Version | The steam version of a 1947-vintage Southern Pacific public relations film, which shows Daylights along the cost, cab-forwards pulling freights, rotaries operating in snowstorms over Donner Pass, and more. Excellent clarity and color has been maintained in this reproduction. Pentrex Vintage Films. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:00 | | Video Number: | S-676 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| THOROUGHBRED CONNECTION | An advertising film prepared by the Norfolk Southern in 1994 for its prospective coal and merchandise commodity customers. Color, sound. By Image & Sound Productions,Ltd. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:16 | | Video Number: | T-520 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| THREE IN STEAM | Three professional movies in color. STEAM PEOPLE, made in 1988, covers N&W 1218’s rebirth and the people who made it happen. GOING HOME (1983) is similar to STEAM PEOPLE but chronicles the N&W 611. MODERN COAL-BURNING STEAM LOCOMOTIVE is a 1945 classic (black and white) dealing with construction and operation of the Class A and J locomotives. Donated by NORFOLK SOUTHERN CORPORATION. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:06 | | Video Number: | T-500 | | Number of Copies: | 2 |
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| THREE INTERURBANS | A three-part film showing Chicago, North Shore & Milwaukee from 1922, Fonda, Johnstown & Gloversville from 1943 and Columbus, Delaware & Marion from 1932. Black and white, silent. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:20 | | Video Number: | T-300 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| THROUGH THE RATHOLE — CAB RIDE | Experience a ride in a GP60 locomotive cab of Norfolk Southern’s trailer train, the Triple Crown #252 between Emory Gap, Tenn. and Danville, Kentucky. Color, sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:00 | | Video Number: | T-540 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| THROUGH THE ROCKIES BY RAIL | This film, produced in the 1930s, actually consists of several films about travel through the Rockies via Denver & Rio Grande Western. Plenty of steam action is seen. Black and white, sound. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:30 | | Video Number: | T-550 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| THUNDER ON THE RAILS | Take a video journey back to the Old West on the Virginia & Truckee and the Nevada Northern. Experience cab rides in Baldwin steam locomotives. Color, sound. By Skyfire. Donated by CHICAGO CHAPTER, NRHS. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:30 | | Video Number: | T-525 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| THUNDERING RAILS | Produced by Universal for the Association of American Railroads in 1950, this outstanding film gives us a view of American railroading in its Golden Age, complete with a 1940s-style script. The vast railroad scenes are breathtaking, highlighted by a runby of four Pennsy diesels on famed Rockville bridge, pacing shots of Alco PA’s and Baldwin Sharks, N&W J’s and many more. Black and white, sound. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:20 | | Video Number: | T-585 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| TOCCATA FOR TOY TRAINS | Produced by Charles and Ray Eames in 1957, this classic short on the nostalgia of old toy trains (even before Lionel!) is a delight for young and old. Another excellent film for toy train shows. Color, sound. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:14 | | Video Number: | T-625 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| TODAY’S CHICAGO RAILROADS | An overview of the Chicago rail scene, including a look at 19 different railroads at numerous busy locations around the Windy City. Hot-spots such as Dolton, McCook and State Line Tower, plus numerous passenger action is included. An excellent primer on where to see trains in Chicago. Color, sound. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 2:00 | | Video Number: | C-450 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| TODAY’S ILLINOIS CENTRAL: Main Line of Mid America - Volume One: North | This video explores the northern half of Illinois Central railroad from the industrial Chicago area through to Fulton KY. You will travel down the main line viewing locals, switch jobs, through-freights and fast intermodal trains hard at work. Includes scenes of the Union Pacific, Conrail, Norfolk Southern, CSX, and Burlington Northern. Color, stereo sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:39 | | Video Number: | I-402 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| TODAY’S ILLINOIS CENTRAL: Main Line of Mid-America - Volume Two: South | The secrets of the southern half of the Illinois Central unfold as the camera takes us from Fulton, KY to New Orleans via Memphis, Yazoo City and Jackson. Although almost entirely freight action – from yard work thru fast intermodals – old passenger stations are also shown. Color, stereo sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:39 | | Video Number: | I-403 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| TODAY’S MAINE RAILROADS | Pentrex has covered all the rail action in the remote areas of the Pine Tree State in this video. Viewers will see Bangor & Aroostook, Canadian Pacific, St. Lawrence & Atlantic, Belfast & Moosehead Lake and Guilford, as well as a glimpse of VIA Rail Canada in this tape. Color, sound. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:35 | | Video Number: | M-255 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| TODAY’S NORTHWESTERN PACIFIC | A three-year look at the Northwestern Pacific, operating between the Southern Pacific connection at Suisun City and Willits, CA, from 1990 to 1992. Included are sequences from the Eureka Southern and newly-formed North Coast Railroad, connecting at Willits. Lumber is the chief commodity on this route. Color, sound. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:50 | | Video Number: | N-550 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| TODAY’S ST. LOUIS RAILROADS | An overview of the rail action in the greater St. Louis area, including hot spots like Gratiot tower, Merchants Bridge and numerous locations in East St. Louis. A variety of action, with all roads covered. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:00 | | Video Number: | S-220 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| TODAY’S STEAM ACROSS AMERICA | A two-tape set showing footage of operations of numerous steam locomotives in the U.S. in 1995. Color, sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 4:00 | | Video Number: | T-627 T-628 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| TOUR OF THE M-10000 | In 1934, the Union Pacific Railroad introduced a revolutionary new passenger train by sending it on a 12,000 mile tour of the U.S., stopping at 65 cities en route. The M-10000 was articulated, streamlined and powered by a distillate engine. This original Union Pacific Railroad silent B&W film footage has been computer- enhanced, in cooperation with the Union Pacific Historical Society, and audio has also been added. B&W, sound. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:15 | | Video Number: | T-670 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| TOWER 55 | Experience non-stop rail action at this interlocking tower in Fort Worth TX, with trains from Union Pacific, Santa Fe, Burlington Northern, Southern Pacific and Amtrak. You will also see interior shots of the control panels and computer screens that were used prior to the tower’s abandonment. Color, stereo sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:48 | | Video Number: | T-680 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| TRACKS AHEAD - Volume I | Four hours of everything-rail including toy trains, scale model layouts, rapid transit systems, rail shops, artists, photographers, clubs, tunnels, operating railroads and museums. Color, narration. Two-tape set. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 4:00 | | Video Number: | T-701 T-702 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| TRACKS OF THE IRON HORSE | Produced by the Union Pacific in 1981, this documentary is the story of the transcontinental railroad and the part it played in developing the American West. Beginning with exploratory surveys in 1820, the film ends with the present significance of the railroad. Color, sound. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:28 | | Video Number: | T-700 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| TRAIN WRECKS, CRASHES & DISASTERS – Vol. 1 (1934-1955) | A black & white recapitulation of some spectacular train accidents between 1934 and 1955, including the Long Island collision at Kew Gardens, NY in 1950, the PRR Woodbridge, NJ derailment of 1951 and the 1955 derailment of New Haven’s Federal express at Bridgeport, CT. Black & white, narration, graphic footage. By Video Rails. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:45 | | Video Number: | T-750 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| TRAINS OF NEW ENGLAND - Fond Memories | Rare footage of some of New England’s most famous trains, including New Haven R3 and Moguls, the “Flying Scotsman”, B&M’s “Flying Yankee”, and B&A Berkshires and Hudsons. Also shows trains of the 1939 New York World’s Fair. Color enhanced, narration, musical score. By A&R Productions. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:42 | | Video Number: | T-735 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| TRAINS THAT PASSED IN THE NIGHT | A video biography of noted rail photographer O. Winston Link, whose night views of Norfolk & Western steam trains in the 1950s became legendary. Numerous vintage N&W steam footage, coupled with revisits to the scenes of the famed night shots make for a highly interesting documentary. Color, black & white, sound. By Roanoke Chapter, NRHS. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:52 | | Video Number: | T-751 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| TRANS EUROPE - Rhaetische Bahn | In this two-tape set, view the intricate operations of the private Rhaetischebahn in the fable-like “Land of 150 Alpine Valleys” in eastern Switzerland. Color, sound, narration. By Trans Europe Enterprises. Donated by HARRY H. OLMSTED. | | Length (HH:MM): | 3:50 | | Video Number: | T-756 T-757 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| TRANS EUROPE - The Austrian Railways Today | This magnificent and colorful program closely examines the Austrian Federal railways in the 150th anniversary jubilee year, with special focus on several steam lines and celebrations. Color, sound, narration. By Trans Europe Enterprises. Donated by HARRY H. OLMSTED. | | Length (HH:MM): | 2:40 | | Video Number: | T-752 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| TRANS EUROPE - The Bergensbanen (Norway’s Oslo-Bergen Railway) | Fascinating documentary focusing on Norway’s renowned “Bergensbanen” mountain railway line connecting the capital of Oslo to the important seaport of Bergen on the western coast. Color, sound, narration. By Trans Europe Enterprises. Donated by HARRY H. OLMSTED. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:45 | | Video Number: | T-753 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| TRANS EUROPE - The Bern Loetschberg Simplon Railway | View this railway line in the towering Bernese Alps, as this famed private standard gauge railway travels a direct and scenic route from the northern Swiss financial and industrial centers to the Italian frontier exiting the long Simplon tunnel. Color, sound, narration. By Trans Europe Enterprises. Donated by HARRY H. OLMSTED. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:45 | | Video Number: | T-754 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| TRANS EUROPE - The Gotthard Bahn | Paralleling the ancient path of the breathtaking Sankt Gotthard alpine pass, this standard gauge railway connects the northern centers of Switzerland to the Latin localities of southern Ticino via a serpentine course including loops and spirals, with huge variations in height. Color, sound, narration. By Trans Europe Enterprises. Donated by HARRY H. OLMSTED. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:50 | | Video Number: | T-755 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| TRANS EUROPE - Train Journeys in Viking Lands | View selected passenger and freight trains in Norway, Sweden and Finland, with a background of breathtaking scenery. Color, sound, narration. By Trans Europe Enterprises. Donated by HARRY H. OLMSTED. | | Length (HH:MM): | 2:40 | | Video Number: | T-758 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| TROPICANA STEAM - Sugar Cane Railways of Cuba | See ancient Baldwin, Alco and Vulcan steam locomotives working the sugar cane fields of Cuba on rail operations that have stood in a time warp since the 1950’s. Classic old U.S.-built locomotives haul the cane harvest. Color, sound. Produced by Nick Dodson. By Railfilms Limited. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:55 | | Video Number: | T-800 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| U-BOAT SURVIVORS | In 1959, General Electric introduced a new line of roadswitchers called the Universal Series, which are today commonly known as “U-Boats”. See the entire line in chronological order, with key identification features and statistical data being given. Numerous surviving U-Boats across the country are shown. Color, live stereo sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 2:00 | | Video Number: | U-100 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| UNION PACIFIC 3985 CHALLENGER | Enjoy the 3985 at its best following its conversion to an oil-burning locomotive in early 1990, pulling fast freight as well as excursions through Nebraska and Wyoming. Color, sound. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:00 | | Video Number: | U-560 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| UNION PACIFIC 8444-1987 | See Union Pacific 4-8-4 #8444, in its restored two-tone grey paint scheme, running Cheyenne to Omaha and back, down to Denver, and an assault on Sherman Hill. See this beauty operating at 70 miles per hour in the style familiar to UP fans. Color, track sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:00 | | Video Number: | U-580 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| UNION PACIFIC TRILOGY | From the vaults of the Union Pacific Historical Society, three rare UPRR promotional films: “Rivers of Steel” (1984, 10 min.) depicts many of the railroad’s routes along America’s rivers; “8444” (1981, 11 min.) shows this engine in action, with recollections from the employees who knew her best; “Meet Uncle Pete” (mid-1960s, 44 min.) provides a fascinating snapshot of the UP as we travel the system. Color, sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:15 | | Video Number: | U-670 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| UNION PACIFIC’S 40TH ANNIVERSARY STEAM EXCURSION | Union Pacific Railroad operated its first official steam excursion on May 17, 1953 between Denver, CO and Laramie, WY for the Rocky Mountain Railroad Club. On May 15, 1993, a re-creation of this event was operated, with UP 3985 masquerading as UP 3967 for one day. Color, sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:15 | | Video Number: | U-610 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| UNION PACIFIC’S CLINCHFIELD CHALLENGE | Union Pacific Challenger #3985 made its first trip east of the Mississippi River in November, 1992 as it traveled on CSX’s former Clinchfield route, prompted by the 50th running of the famed Santa Claus Special. See this large locomotive operate over the famed Clinchfield route. Color, sound. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 2:00 | | Video Number: | U-555 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| UNION PACIFIC’S ELEGANT E-9’s | Join Pentrex as UP’s restored A-B-A set of E-9s pull their first excursion train, on a run from Denver CO to Laramie WY over Sherman Hill, including the ferry move from Cheyenne WY to Denver. UP’s Steve Lee explains the history of the units and their recent reconstruction. Color, sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:35 | | Video Number: | U-597 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| UNION PACIFIC’S FEATHER RIVER ROUTE | A video visit to the former Western Pacific Feather River Canyon route, taken over by Union Pacific in 1982. Mainline action at noted locations such as Keddie Wye, Clio Trestle, Williams Loop highlight the California scenery on this tape. A side stop is made at the Portola Railroad Museum to see the operating locomotives at this excellent museum. Color, sound. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:00 | | Video Number: | U-600 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| UNION PACIFIC’S MARYSVILLE SUBDIVISION - Volume I | The western portion of this line is covered in 1997 from Gibbon Junction to Marysville, CA. Intermodal freights and coal trains are pulled by the railroad’s newest motive power. Color, stereo sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:15 | | Video Number: | U-650 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| UNION PACIFIC’S MARYSVILLE SUBDIVISION - Volume II | This video covers the eastern portion of this UP subdivision from Marysville, CA to Kansas City. See intermodals, drag freights and coal trains pulled by the railroad’s newest motive power, both GE and EMD “AC” diesels plus diesels from other railroads. Color, stereo sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:16 | | Video Number: | U-651 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| UNION PACIFIC’S MIGHTY TURBINES | In the 1950s, UP became the only railroad ever to place a fleet of gas turbine-electric locomotives into regular mainline service. In this video, you’ll learn the whole story, beginning with the experiments in 1938 until the end in 1962. Included is a 1938 GE promotional film “The Steam-Electric Arrives!”. Color and B&W, sound, narration. By Pentrex | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:46 | | Video Number: | U-652 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| UP 3985 OVER CAJON | Follow this locomotive as it travels from Las Vegas, through California, and into Barstow, CA on special excursions in May, 1994. A highlight of this tape is an exciting ride in the cab of the Challenger. Color, sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:15 | | Video Number: | U-115 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| VARIETY PROGRAM A | Contains: the color cartoon STOP, LOOK & LISTEN; and a live action short called TROLLEY, BY GOLLY, which gives an affectionate look at trolleys. Color/black and white, sound. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:28 | | Video Number: | V-101 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| VARIETY PROGRAM B | The program consists of two short films on one reel: SLOW TO BRIGHTON, a time lapse film on one of Great Britain’s railways; OMAHA, METROPOLIS OF THE PLAINS, a 1953 March of Time production about midwest rail operations. Black and white, sound. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:30 | | Video Number: | V-102 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| VARIETY PROGRAM C | Contains: a Fox-Movietone newsreel of scenes of classic streamliners of the 1930s entitled THE COMING OF THE STREAMLINERS; and a short on railway signals in France titled LIGHTS ALL THE WAY. Color/black and white, sound. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:30 | | Video Number: | V-103 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| VARIETY PROGRAM D | This program consists of five short films on one reel: THE SHASTA ROUTE; CHICAGO TO L.A.; CLEAR TRACK AHEAD, a newsreel; FAREWELL TO STEAM ON THE AT&SF; and a March of Time segment titled NEW TRAINS FOR OLD. Black and white/color, sound. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:30 | | Video Number: | V-104 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| VARIETY PROGRAM E | This program consists of three short films on one reel: THE SANTA FE STEAM LOCOMOTIVE; and two films dealing with Lionel trains, RAILROAD STORY and IRON PONIES. Black and white, sound. Converted to video from a 16mm film in the NRHS collection. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:30 | | Video Number: | V-105 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| VARIETY PROGRAM G | This film consists of four short films, which are reproductions of some of the oldest railroad footage in existence. WESTERN TRAINS OF LONG AGO features trains photographed between approximately 1896 and 1903; A TRIP TO SALT LAKE CITY is an early Biograph comedy; THE GEORGETOWN LOOP is a trip over this Colorado railroad; RAILROAD RAIDERS OF ‘62 is a 1911 film about the Civil War locomotive, “The General.” Black and white, silent. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:30 | | Video Number: | V-107 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| VIGNETTES OF THE CHESAPEAKE AND OHIO | Veteran photographers Vic Ketcham, Joe Slanser and Karl Walters visited famous C&O locations during the 1950s and 1960s, and the footage included in this video is the result. View the last of steam and the first- and second-generation diesels of the B&O. Color, music, narration. By Clear Block Productions. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:55 | | Video Number: | C-442 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| VIGNETTES OF THE READING COMPANY | Video of films shot by Charles Houser Jr. of Reading Company’s operations from the late 1940s through the 1960s. Also includes Mack Railbus tests, P-RSL, and “The Berksie” doodlebug. Color and black and white, music, sound, narration. By Clear Block Productions. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:00 | | Video Number: | V-450 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| VIRGINIAN VIGNETTES | A tape made from some old films shot on the Virginian Railway between 1949 and 1956, prior to the N&W merger. This black and white silent film has a musical background and narration. By JMJ Productions. Donated by BLUE RIDGE CHAPTER, NRHS. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:26 | | Video Number: | V-500 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| THE WABASH RAILROAD | A tape made from the 1952-vintage 16mm color films from the camera of Emery Gulash, covering the Wabash at such locations as Detroit, Fort Wayne, Mexico, MO, Windsor, Ontario and Toledo, OH. Freight and passenger action is included. Color, dubbed sound. By Green Frog Productions. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:00 | | Video Number: | W-245 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| WEST SIDE - Slim Gauge Logging in Tuolumne County | See California’s West Side Lumber Company logging operations in the Sierra Nevada Mountains during the 1950’s, as Don Olsen’s vintage films are reproduced on this tape. Many unusual scenes from over the years are included. Black and white, color, sound. By Pentrex for Catenary Video Productions. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:10 | | Video Number: | W-300 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| WESTERN COAL PROJECT | Produced in the 1970s by Detroit Edison, this is the story of how coal is shipped from Montana to Michigan where it is consumed for energy to that state. Coal is mined and shipped via rail over the Burlington Northern to Superior, Wisconsin, where the coal is placed onto ships for the final journey to Michigan. Donated by BURLINGTON NORTHERN. Color, sound. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:20 | | Video Number: | W-450 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| WESTERN MARYLAND SCENIC RAILROAD | A brief overview of the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad, operating out of Cumberland, MD over former WM trackage to Frostburg, MD, using Alco diesels that have been specially painted in WM colors. An excellent primer to see before riding or chasing this route. Color, sound. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:30 | | Video Number: | W-500 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| WESTERN PACIFIC - The WP’s First 50 Years - 1910-1960 | See the first half-century of Western Pacific Railroad’s operations, recreated in rich detail from an extraordinary collection of archival films. Passenger, freight, steam, diesel are all featured. Black and white, color and full sound track. By Catenary Video Productions. | | Length (HH:MM): | 2:00 | | Video Number: | W-550 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| WHEELING & LAKE ERIE - The New Generation | After 41 years, 1990 witnessed the revival of a grand old railroad name. In scenes ranging from 1990 through 1992, view its different types of hand-me-down motive power in action. Plus, a segment on Operation Lifesaver. Color, sound, narration. By Revelation Audio-Visuals. Donated by HARRY H. OLMSTED. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:00 | | Video Number: | W-555 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| WHEN STEAM WAS KING | Three short films of steam operations on NYNH&H, NYC, C&O, PRR, NKP, Erie, L&N, GN, UP, T&P and ATSF. Filmed in the 1940s by Carl Dudley and released by Blackhawk Films. Color and black and white, sound, music. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:25 | | Video Number: | W-557 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| WINCHESTER & WESTERN - A Big Little Shortline | View the operations of the unique shortline Winchester & Western in Virginia, as well as their collection of some of the most interesting locomotives found in railroading. Color, sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:30 | | Video Number: | W-560 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| WINTER ALONG THE UPPER MISSISSIPPI | See cold-weather action on the Soo Line, Burlington Northern, Chicago & North Western, Chicago Central & Pacific, Dakota, Minnesota & Eastern and Green Bay & Western, all of which serve the upper Mississippi River valley between Clinton, IA and Winona, MN. Color, sound, lots of snow. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:30 | | Video Number: | W-575 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| WISCONSIN CENTRAL | The Wisconsin Central is a regional carrier spun off from the heart of the former Soo Line, and this excellent documentary covers the entire system, line by line, and gives an overview of the operations and motive power on the WC. Color, sound. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:30 | | Video Number: | W-600 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| WORKING ON THE RAILROAD - A Story of Altoona, Pennsylvania | This documentary show Altoona, PA when it was the high tech center of the industrial world and the Pennsylvania Railroad dominated the region. Captures the history of Altoona’s love affair with the PRR through the personal reminiscences of railroad workers and their families, and explains how the rise and fall of the “iron horse” impacted Altoona. Also uses historical photos and exclusive vintage film footage. Produced and donated by PENN STATE PUBLIC BROADCASTING. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:59 | | Video Number: | W-900 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| WORKIN’ ON THE COAST STARLIGHT | Join the crew of Amtrak’s “Coast Starlight” at Los Angeles Union Station and travel with them to Seattle, for a behind-the-scenes look into the services and support world that passengers never get to know. Color, stereo sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:42 | | Video Number: | W-903 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| WORKIN’ ON THE SANTA FE | Six Santa Fe safety training and promotional films from the 1950s and 1970s: “Team Effort” (track repairmen), “Count the Seconds” (safety for yard workers), “The Continuing Challenge” (causes of derailments on high-speed trains, 1974), “Barstow: Nerve Center in the Desert” (Barstow Yard), “Pay Day” (reducing freight damage claims, 1950s), “Argentine Yard: A Design for Tomorrow”. Color, sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:30 | | Video Number: | W-905 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| WORKIN’ ON THE UNION PACIFIC | From the vaults of the Union Pacific Historical Society, six rare 1970s-era UP publicity and training films: “The Trainmaster: Man on the Move”, “Wired for Safety” (electricians), “Careful, Carman!”, “Rails on the Move” (steel rail from its manufacture to installation), “Track Team” (trackworkers), “Freight Car Pit Stop” (car repair facility). Color, sound, narration. By Pentrex. | | Length (HH:MM): | 1:35 | | Video Number: | W-907 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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| YOUR TRACK TO PROFIT | A Reading Railroad film promoting their freight service, produced in the 1960s. Shows advantages shippers would have using the Reading. Color, sound. | | Length (HH:MM): | 0:15 | | Video Number: | Y-500 | | Number of Copies: | 1 |
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