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In this book we will take a look at the New Haven's Electric Locomotive and multiple unit cars. New Haven was the pioneer of main line AC electrification in the United States. Due to the New York State Act of 1903, steam locomotives would be banned in Grand Central Terminal and the Park Avenue Tunnel by July 1, 1908.

New Haven's experience with DC was that it was only good for light traction. So, in order to operate over its own lines and into Grand Central, the New Haven would have to operate on both a 650 volt DC third rail and 11,000 volt AC overhead wire, a formidable challenge for 1905-1907. This four track mainline electrification would be expanded to New Haven, Conn. by 1914, Cedar Hill Yard by 1915 and over the Hell Gate Bridge route by 1917.

The route covered includes from New York on to New Haven and Springfield, Connecticut with photographs of the electrics and diesels and includes an electric locomotive roster. Four Ways West Publications, hardcover, 128 pages, 8.5 x 11 x .5 in., Color photographs; roster.

Volume Two continues Four Ways West Publications Publications' New Haven Railroad pictorial series of all-color books, this time focusing on New Haven's operations in central Connecticut and Rhode Island. This book also reviews New Haven's road-switchers and switchers purchased from ALCO, EMD, Fairbanks-Morse, General Electric and Lima between 1931 and 1965.

The photographic trip begins at Old Saybrook and covers New Haven's back lines in Connecticut and the branch lines of Rhode Island as well as the Shore Line route from New London to Providence ending at Boston Switch. Four Ways West Publications, hardcover, 128 pages, 8.5 x 11 x .5 in., all Color photographs.

This black & white photo book covers the switchers and Road-Switchers of the New Haven railroad beginning with the 1931 class DEY-1 ALCO demonstrator switcher of 1931 up through the GE U25bs of the early 1960s. In between are the various switcher and Road-Switchers produced for the New Haven by ALCO, GE, EMD and Fairbanks-Morse.

Bob's Photo, softcover, 48 pages, 8.5 x 11 x .25 in., B&W photographs with captions.

Based on the Bob's Photo collection, this book covers New Havens early ALCO diesel locomotives plus the demonstration locomotives of Baldwin and Fairbanks-Morse. ALCO DL109 pg. 3-25; ALCO FA-1, FB-1, FB-2 pg. 26-43; Demonstrators pg. 44-47. Index pg. 48.

Bob's Photo, softcover, 48 pages, 8.5 x 11 x.25 in., B&W photographs with captions.

Volume 3 presents in B&W photographs ALCO PAs, Fairbanks-Morse C-Liners and EMD's FL9s of the New York, New Haven and Hartford. Some text is provided with the photographs.

Contents:

• Class DER-3 (PA), p. 3-23
• Class DER-4 (CPA24-5), p. 24-30
• Class EDER-5 (FL9), p. 41-47.

Bob's Photo, softcover, 48 pages, 8.5 x 11 x.25 in., B&W photographs with captions.

Black and White photographs from the Bob's Photo collection printed on high-gloss paper. An excellent reference for the model railroader and historian.

Contents:

• Electric Zone Map, p. 3
• Class EP-1
• pp. 4–7
• Class EP-2, pp. 8–11
• Class EP-3, pp. 12–13
• Class EP-4, pp. 14–15
• Class EP-5, pp. 16–17
• Class EF-1, pp. 18–20
• Class EF-2, p. 21
• Class EF-3, pp. 22–23
• Class EF-4, pp. 24–25
• Class EY-1, pp. 26–28
• Class EY-2, pp. 29–31
• Class EY-2a, p. 32
• Class EY-3, p. 33
• Class EY-2b, pp. 34–35
• MU Cars, pp. 36–37
• Railroad Roof Steel MUs, pp. 38–39
• Round Roof Steel MUs, pp. 40–42
• Stainless Clad MUs, p. 43
• Oak Point Yard, p. 44
• Stamford Yard, p. 45
• Van Nest Shops, pp. 46–47
• Index to photographs, p. 48.

NJ International, softcover, 96 pages, 11 x 8.5 x.25 in., B&W and Color photographs.

When introduced in 1955, the New Haven's EP-5 locomotives drew considerable attention from the media for both technical innovation and a sleek, streamlined appearance. But, the New Haven Railroad was beset with financial and management problems that would lead to poor performance records and reduced service reliability.

Bankruptcy and a re-evaluation of the New Haven's physical plant would lead to the only heavy overhaul the locomotives would ever see. By the time of the Penn Central merger, 40 percent of the fleet was in dead storage.

The final locomotive was retired in 1977.

Contents:

• Introduction, pp. 5–6
• A Need for Modernization, pp. 7–13
• The EP-5 Jets, pp. 14–27
• The First Decade, pp. 28–45
• A Decline to Oblivion, pp. 46–64
• Ignitrons Elsewhere (Virginian and PRR), pp. 65–69
• Appendix I: Comparative Performance, pp. 70–71
• Appendix II: Service History, p. 72
• Appendix III: The Wreck and ICC Report, pp. 72–77
• EP-5 Operating Instructions, pp. 78–93
• Models and Memorabilia, pp. 94–96.

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Morning Sun Books, hardcover with dust jacket, 128 pages, 8.5 x 11 x.5 in., all Color photographs with captions.

Follow the struggle of the New Haven out on the road during the 1950s as it makes a valiant effort to modernize its operations while enduring onerous financial burdens and dubious management.

Contents:

• Introduction, pp. 3–7
• Steam and M.U.T.'s, pp. 8–29
• Electrics, pp. 30–51
• Diesel-Electric Switchers and Road-Switchers, pp. 52–59
• Road Diesels, pp. 60–105
• The Railroad Adapts, pp. 106–116
• Wrecks, pp. 117–123
• Stations, pp. 124–128.

Volume 3 illustrates the New Haven's fascinating self-propelled passenger equipment, both electric and diesel, as well as the Mack railbus models. The RDCs, the diverse fleet of electric MU equipment, and the DOT Turbo era on New Haven are all featured!Hardcover with dust jacket, 128 pages, 8.5 x 11 in., Color photographs with captions.

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This final volume covers switchers and electric motive power of the New Haven, from the smallest GE 44-tonners to the Alco, Lima, and EMD Sw12100s (and others)! Electric coverage includes early electrics, the "Virginians", "Jets", and post-New Haven electric operations by Penn Central.Hardcover with dust jacket, 128 pages, standard portrait size, Color Photographs.

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Morning Sun Books, hardcover with dust jacket, 128 pages, 8.5 x 11 x.5 in., all Color photographs with captions.

This book is a history of those New Jersey streetcars that existed during the era of color photography. Unfortunately by that time most of the lines had been abandoned. The earliest color photo presented is from 1941 and the latest is from 2001.

Text, maps, color reproductions of advertising, postcards and company heralds complete the coverage.

Contents:

• Atlantic City & Shore Railroad, pp. 4–19
• Atlantic City Transportation Co., 20-43
• Five Mile Beach Electric Railway, pp. 44–53
• NJ Transit, pp. 54–128.

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Morning Sun Books, hardcover with dust jacket, 128 pages, 8.5 x 11 x.5 in., all Color photographs with captions.

The Great Steel Fleet, Pace-maker Fast Freight, Early Bird Service - all famous slogans carried out by the equipment of the NYC System. This book examines these cars in over 300 Color photographs taken from the postwar years and into the 1960s, with expert commentary.

Contents:

• Passenger Equipment: Head End, pp. 4–10
• Coaches, pp. 11–19
• Sleepers, Parlor Cars, pp. 20–29
• Observation Cars, pp. 30–36
• Rider Coaches, p. 37
• Freight Equipment: Stock Cars, p. 38
• Refrigerator Cars, pp. 39–41
• Gondolas/Flat Cars, pp. 42–50
• Covered Hoppers, pp. 51–58
• Open-top Hoppers, pp. 59–63
• Intermodal/Auto Cars, pp. 64–67
• Box Cars, pp. 68–88
• Cabooses, pp. 89–103
• Miscellaneous/Non-Revenue Equipment, pp. 104–128.

Morning Sun Books, hardcover with dust jacket, 128 pages, 8.5 x 11 x.5 in., all Color photographs with captions.

The Great Steel Fleet, Pacemaker Freight Service, Century Green - all the NYC terms and more are examined in almost 300 Color photographs with expertly researched captions.

Contents:

• Passenger Equipment, pp. 4–35
• Despatch Shops, pp. 36–37
• Box Cars, pp. 38–41
• Pacemaker Freight Service, pp. 42–62
• Reefers, pp. 63–68
• Covered Hoppers, pp. 69–75
• Gondolas, pp. 76–81
• Flat Cars, pp. 82–89
• Flexivan, pp. 90–93
• Automobile Cars, pp. 94–95
• Hoppers, pp. 96–100
• Stock Cars, p. 101
• Cabooses, pp. 102–113
• Company Service Cars, pp. 114–127
• Conclusion, p. 128.

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This book is a sampling of B&W photographs with captions of New York Central's electric equipment. Based on the collection of Bobs photographs, the captions are provided by noted railroad author David R. Sweetland. This book includes a map of NYC's electric territory into Grand Central Terminal and a roster of electric operating equipment including motors, MU cars, heater cars and roster.

Bobs Photo's, softcover, 48 pages, 8.5 x 11 x .25 in., B&W photographs with captions, roster.

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Late steam and the first and second generation diesel fleet are examined with detailed description by noted diesel expert Jerry A. Pinkepank, author of the well know Diesel Spotter's Guide series from Kalmbach. This volume covers steam, electric, and diesel up to number 4940. Morning Sun Books, hardcover with jacket, 128 pages, 8.5 x 11 x .5 in., all Color photographs with captions.

The book begins with passenger diesel power (E-units, PA's, Erie-builts). In between the various diesel models are 24 color pages of steam locomotives in service. The second title of Morning Sun Books' detailed exploration of New York Central's diesel, electric and fleet steam locomotives. Like the first volume, this title also explains how these locomotives fit into NYC's changing operations.

As in volume 1, the evolution from first generation to second generation power is amply illustrated. Morning Sun Books, hardcover with jacket, 128 pages, 8.5 x 11 x .5 in., Color photographs.

Photographs from the collection of Ed May, Commentary by Richard L. Stoving. This exciting look at New York Central steam power features photographs from the collection of legendary photographer Ed May. You will find photographs of seventeen distinct classes of NYC steam locomotives taken between 1917 and 1952 printed from negatives produced by Edward L. May

Features many pre-1930 images from the Lavelle collection. In fact, most of the 79 beautiful B&W photographs in the book were taken before World War II. These photographs are run large on the page so you can see all of the details- no snapshots here! There is also a map of the Harlem and Putnam Divisions inside.

The Railroad Press, softcover, 56 pages, standard portrait book 8 x 10 in., 79 B&W photographs, high-quality paper.

The Railroad Press presents a beautiful look at New York Central steam power in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. This newest book from TRP features 82 premium B&W photographs from Ed May's steam collection, plus 2 New York Central Division maps.This historic work was researched and written by Richard L. Stoving, and is the final book in his well-documented NYC Steam series.The Railroad Press, softcover, 56 pages, standard portrait book 8 x 10 in., B&W photographs and 2 maps.

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• New Softcover Richard L. Stoving The Railroad Press

A beautiful look at New York Central steam power on main lines and branches. This newest book from TRP features 91 premium B&W photographs from Ed May's steam collection, along with 10 maps and a wealth of information regarding NYC's operations in New York state.Excellent photo reproduction.The Railroad Press, softcover, 80 pages, standard portrait book 8 x 10 in., 91 B&W photographs, 10 maps.

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• New Softcover Richard L. Stoving The Railroad Press

The book is a geographically organized selection of B&W photographs from the Edward May photo collection. Complete with extensive photo captions this book presents what locomotives would have been seen on the New York Central in the states of Missouri, Illinois, Indiana and Michigan from the 1920s until the end of steam.This is a quality reproduction of the photographs which are pretty much 3/4 wedge shots with very little background clutter.

An occasional coal dock or water tower appears in the background. Also included are maps of the NYC for the selected states.The Railroad Press, softcover, 60 pages, standard portrait book 8 x 10 in., B&W photographs with captions and maps.

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• New Softcover Richard L. Stoving The Railroad Press

A beautiful look at New York Central steam power on the less-documented western part of the system. This newest book from TRP features 84 premium B&W photographs from Ed Mays steam collection, along with 5 maps and a wealth of information regarding NYC's western lines.Volume 2 covers Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, New York and Ontario, Canada.

This important work was researched and written by Richard L. Stoving.The Railroad Press, softcover, 64 pages, 11 x 8.5 in., black & white pictures with captions.

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Softcover, 86 pages, 8.

5 x 11 in., Color photograph with extended captions. This title is a mile-by-mile tour of the Upper Harlem Line beginning at Brewster, NY at mile 51 from Grand Central Station through mile 127 at Chatham, NY. All photographs are in color. Most locomotives are Alco RS units but others including railcars are included.

Some New Haven, NYO&W and Penn Central show up also. Most pages have 3-4 photos per page which are smaller to fit the page.

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• New Softcover George Povall SilverLake Images 2024

Hardcover with dust jacket, 128 pages, 8.5 x 11 in., Color photographs with captions.

Look back on the fabled West Shore of the New York Central System when it was a major commuter railroad operating with ALCO's and Baldwin's serving the northeast edge of New Jersey. After years of scaling back its facilities, the line emerged as a major freight route for Penn Central, Conrail, and now CSX.

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• New
• Hardcover
• Walter E. Zullig, Jr.
• Morning Sun Books

Morning Sun Books, hardcover with dust jacket, 128 pages, 8.5 x 11 x.5 in., all Color photographs with captions.

The story of the Pennsylvania Railroad, Long Island Railroad, New Haven and their successors that used Penn Station from an electric traction point of view.

Contents:

• Introduction, pp. 4–9
• Getting to Manhattan: The PRR's Original New York Zone, pp. 10–31
• The Great Alternating Current Electrification, pp. 32–40
• Electrical Technology for Motive Power, pp. 41–62
• Operations, pp. 63–94
• Systems Engineering or Things Other Than Trains, pp. 95–113
• A Review of Movable Bridges and Catenary Structures, pp. 114–126
• Conclusion, pp. 127–128.

The BMT is featured in this first entry celebrating the best of photographer Matthew J. Herson. From 1960-90, Herson sought out ideal photographic locations in New York City via his work with electrical contractors for the NYCTA - allowing him access to several non-public locales for rare and fascinating subway photography.Morning Sun Books, softcover, 96 pages, standard landscape size, Color photography with captions.

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