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Title:
PRR Erecting & Machine Shop, #7 of 10, c. 1953
Description:
Here is the seventh of ten original photos by Douglas C. Jones that were taken in the Juniata section of Altoona, Pennsylvania, c. 1953. Shown here is a portion of the storage yard at the Pennsylvania Railroad's Erecting & Machine Shop. Partially visible at the top left is PRR engine #4230, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during June of 1923, rebuilt in this very Shop as an I-1SA in August of 1934, and retired in October of 1959 after 36 years of faithful service. In the center is Maintenance-of-Way flatcar #495955; stored on its deck is a new cast-steel trailing truck which, at this point in history, may never be installed. In the foreground are numerous high-grade steel steam locomotive driving wheels which have run their last miles and are soon headed to the Recycling Center.
Photo Date:
2/2/1953
Upload Date:
6/13/2021 6:02:43 PM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
RollingStock,Winter,Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 4230(2-10-0)
PRR 2824(2-8-0)
Views:
434
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR Erecting & Machine Shop, #2 of 10, c. 1953
Description:
Here is the second of ten original photos by Douglas C. Jones that were taken in the Juniata section of Altoona, Pennsylvania, c. 1953. Shown here is a portion of the storage yard at the Pennsylvania Railroad's Erecting & Machine Shop. The north wing of the Shop is visible in the background. In front of it, at the left, are two ALCo-built diesel-electric locomotives awaiting repairs. In the foreground is the Shop's Turntable.
Photo Date:
2/2/1953
Upload Date:
6/13/2021 6:01:22 PM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Winter,Yard
Locomotives:
Views:
155
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 4250, I-1SA, c. 1953
Description:
Here is an original photo by Douglas C. Jones that was taken from the 17th Street Bridge in the Juniata section of Altoona, Pennsylvania, c. 1953. Parked in front of the southwestern face of the Pennsylvania Railroad's East Altoona Roundhouse is engine #4250, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during June of 1923, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in September of 1943, and retired in March of 1953 after 30 years of faithful service. Visible at the left is the access ramp connecting the Bridge with the Roundhouse.
Photo Date:
2/2/1953
Upload Date:
7/10/2021 8:03:00 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Bridge,Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 4250(2-10-0)
Views:
335
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 6821, M-1, #2 of 2, c. 1953
Description:
Here is the second of two original photos by Douglas C. Jones that were taken from the 17th Street Bridge in the Juniata section of Altoona, Pennsylvania, c. 1953. Prominent here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6821, an M-1 (4-8-2) "Mountain" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works during September of 1926 and retired in April of 1956 after 30 years of faithful service.
Photo Date:
2/2/1953
Upload Date:
7/11/2021 2:04:53 PM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Bridge,Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 6821(4-8-2)
Views:
209
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR Locomotive Ready Tracks, #4 of 8, c. 1953
Description:
Here is the fourth of eight original photos by Douglas C. Jones that were taken from the 17th Street Bridge in the Juniata section of Altoona, Pennsylvania, c. 1953. Prominent here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6753, an M-1B (4-8-2) "Mountain" built in Juniata as an M-1A during May of 1930, rebuilt as an M-1B in November of 1948, and retired in February of 1958 after 28 years of faithful service. The road numbers of the other locomotives pictured here are not recorded.
Photo Date:
2/2/1953
Upload Date:
7/12/2021 8:36:18 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Bridge,Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 6753(4-8-2)
Views:
270
Comments:
0
Title:
"Pictorial Review Of Progress," Page 5, 1953
Description:
Here is page five of a 22-page booklet published by the Pennsylvania Railroad entitled "A Pictorial Review Of Progress On The Pennsylvania." It was issued originally in March of 1953. Right-Hand Photo Caption: "Heavy diesel repairs are made at the Altoona Works." Partially visible here is PRR engine #5857, an EP-20 built by GM-EMD in February of 1948 and rated at 2,000 horsepower.
Photo Date:
3/1/1953
Upload Date:
12/26/2024 11:08:30 PM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Locomotives:
PRR 5857(E7A)
Views:
181
Comments:
0
Title:
"Trains" Magazine, April 1953
Description:
Here is a half-page book review by David P. Morgan of Alfred W. Bruce's (1952) tome entitled "The Steam Locomotive In American." The review was published in the April 1953 issue of "Trains" magazine, page 80. Photo Caption: "Pennsy's S-1 class 6-4-4-6: 'probably the best-appearing [streamlined] job.'" Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6100, an S-1 (6-4-4-6) built in Juniata during January of 1939 and retired in January of 1949 after just ten years of revenue service.
Photo Date:
4/1/1953
Upload Date:
8/31/2019 10:33:45 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 6100(UNKNOWN)
Views:
431
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 4375, I-1SA, 1953
Description:
East Altoona. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide via Al Chione that was taken in East Altoona, Pennsylvania, in May of 1953. The photographer is not identified. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4375, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during January of 1923, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in January of 1943, and retired in December of 1953 after 31 years of faithful service. Partially visible in the background is the PRR's Erecting & Machine Shop.
Photo Date:
5/5/1953
Upload Date:
3/29/2018 11:14:18 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 4375(2-10-0)
Views:
695
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR Juniata Scales Overview, c. 1953
Description:
BRT-174. Here is an image of an aerial photo that was taken at the Juniata Scales in Altoona, Pennsylvania, c. 1953. At the left is the brick Scales Building, at the right is the wooden Scales Building. Note the Yardman atop the fully-loaded hopper that's just beginning to coast down the hump. William E. Burket Collection.
Photo Date:
8/15/1953
Upload Date:
6/24/2022 10:10:44 PM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
Views:
73
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 5501, T-1, c. 1953
Description:
Duplexes. Here is a duplicate 35mm B&W slide showing Pennsylvania Railroad engine #5501, a T-1 (4-4-4-4) "Duplex" built in Juniata during November of 1945 and retired in December of 1953 after just eight years of revenue service. The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. (Gift from Mann.)
Photo Date:
8/15/1953
Upload Date:
5/28/2021 10:05:21 PM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 5501(4-4-4-4)
Views:
498
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR Juniata Shops, c. 1953
Description:
WB. Here is an image of an aerial photo by an unidentified photographer that was taken in Altoona, Pennsylvania, c. 1953. Shown here are the yard and the turntable at the Pennsylvania Railroad's Erecting & Machine Shop during the transition from the "Age of Coal" to the "Age of Oil." Looks to me like the diesels have firmly gained the upper hand as there are six of them marshalled for shop entry, but there's only one steamer in a like position. In the foreground are several steam locomotives awaiting future work, but one of them ~ a switcher ~ has already bitten the dust . . . alas. William E. Burket Collection.
Photo Date:
8/15/1953
Upload Date:
8/23/2020 12:37:52 PM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
Views:
178
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR Westbound Receiving Yard in East Altoona, 1953
Description:
WRY. Here is an aerial photo by Mr. Tom Hollyman that was taken in East Altoona, Pennsylvania, during August of 1953. Shown here is the Pennsylvania Railroad's Eastbound Receiving Yard, constructed about 1903. In the foreground, workers are making light repairs to loaded cars in transit. Visible at the bottom of the hill, on the left, are the east- and westbound passenger tracks. Beyond them, in the smoky distance, is the East Altoona Coaling Tipple.
Photo Date:
8/15/1953
Upload Date:
8/27/2020 6:13:31 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
Views:
376
Comments:
1
Title:
PRR Sandblasting Facility, c. 1953
Description:
WRY. Here is an image of an official photo that was taken in Altoona, Pennsylvania, c. 1953. Shown here is the Pennsylvania Railroad's sandblasting facility co-located with the Westbound Receiving Yard. Note the narrow-gauge tracks in the foreground and the two sand-jennies in the background. William E. Burket Collection.
Photo Date:
9/22/1953
Upload Date:
7/23/2022 3:51:44 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard
Locomotives:
Views:
60
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR "It's A Dog's Life," Page 17, 1953
Description:
Here is a one-page article entitled "It's A Dog's Life." It was published originally in the October 1953 issue of "Pennsy" magazine, page 17. Top Photo Caption: "'Brownie' smiles as she shakes hands with her friend, Ralph Rollo, switchman at East Altoona."
Photo Date:
10/1/1953
Upload Date:
4/15/2022 11:33:32 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard
Locomotives:
Views:
35
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR Locomotive Ready Tracks, c. 1953
Description:
East Altoona. Here is an image of a photo by an unidentified photographer that was taken in Altoona, Pennsylvania, c. 1953. Shown here are two dozen unidentified Pennsylvania Railroad steam locomotives that've had their fires dropped for the last time. Photo taken from Juniata's 17th Street Bridge. William E. Burket Collection.
Photo Date:
11/4/1953
Upload Date:
7/15/2022 12:00:26 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
Views:
166
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR Locomotive Ready Tracjs, 1954
Description:
ARB. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by Homer G. Benton that was taken in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on 22 May 1954. Prominent here are several sets of locomotives ~ both oil-powered and coal-fired ~ waiting for westbound helper/pusher duty. From left to right, there are three A-B-A sets of GM-EMD EH-15's, a pair of Baldwin-built "Centipedes," three "Decapods," and another pair of "Centipedes." Photo taken from the 8th Street Bridge in Juniata, looking East toward the 17th Street Bridge and the East Altoona Roundhouse.
Photo Date:
5/22/1954
Upload Date:
7/22/2018 1:22:08 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard,Steam,Signal
Locomotives:
Views:
419
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 9685, EH-15, 1954
Description:
ARB. Here is an original photo by an unidentified photographer that was taken in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on 10 June 1954. Prominent here (R to L) is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #9685 and two more units whose road numbers are not recorded. All were built by GM-EMD and rated at 1,500 horsepower each. #9685 was constructed as an EH-15 in February of 1949, but later regeared and reclassified as an EF-15. Photo taken from the 8th Street Bridge in Juniata, facing toward the East Altoona Roundhouse.
Photo Date:
6/10/1954
Upload Date:
6/4/2023 3:08:15 PM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard,Steam,Signal
Locomotives:
PRR 9685(F3A)
Views:
177
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR East Altoona Roundhouse, 1954
Description:
East Altoona. Here is an image of a photo by Mike Zollitsch that was taken in Altoona, Pennsylvania, in June of 1954. Prominent here is the Pennsylvania Railroad's 50-stall East Altoona Roundhouse and several adjacent structures. Although the diesel era has begun, there're still some of steam locomotives to be seen. The Powerhouse and its smokestack are not pictured. Partially visible at the far left is Juniata's 17th Street Bridge. William E. Burket Collection.
Photo Date:
6/21/1954
Upload Date:
7/15/2022 5:28:38 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Bridge,Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
Views:
182
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR East Altoona Inertia, #1 of 2, 1954
Description:
East Altoona. Here is the first of two successive images of photos (converted to B&W) by Mike Zollitsch that were taken in Altoona, Pennsylvania, in June of 1954. Prominent here is the Pennsylvania Railroad's East Altoona Roundhouse. In front of it are several stored steam locomotives, as well as one that's shifting two freight cars about the Yard. The sky-high smokestack marks the location of the Powerhouse. Photo taken from Juniata's 17th Street Bridge. William E. Burket Collection.
Photo Date:
6/23/1954
Upload Date:
7/15/2022 10:00:07 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
Views:
144
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR East Altoona Inertia, #2 of 2, 1954
Description:
East Altoona. Here is the second of two successive images of photos (converted to B&W) by Mike Zollitsch that were taken in Altoona, Pennsylvania, in June of 1954. Prominent here are numerous Pennsylvania Railroad steam locomotives that have been stored for future use. Over by the Ash Pit, though, there's one engine that appears to be under power. Photo taken from Juniata's 17th Street Bridge. William E. Burket Collection.
Photo Date:
6/23/1954
Upload Date:
7/15/2022 10:01:46 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
Views:
147
Comments:
0
Title:
Altoona & Logan Valley #51, 1954
Description:
ALV. Here is a photo by an unidentified photographer that was taken in the Juniata section of Altoona, Pennsylvania, on or about 7 August 1954. Shown here is Altoona & Logan Valley Electric Railway streetcar #51. It's on its last run between Downtown Altoona and Juniata. In this context, it's paused on Chestnut Avenue Hill between Altoona and Juniata, waiting for its companion to proceed. The banner proclaims: "End of Street Cars."
Photo Date:
8/7/1954
Upload Date:
5/24/2021 4:29:47 PM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Transit
Locomotives:
ALV 51(Trolley)
Views:
159
Comments:
0
Title:
Altoona & Logan Valley #53, 1954
Description:
ALV. Here is a photo by an unidentified photographer that was taken in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on 7 August 1954. Shown here (L to R) is Altoona & Logan Valley Electric Railway streetcar #53 and two more cars whose road numbers are not recorded. They're part of the ceremonial ~ and last ~ day of streetcar operations in Altoona.
Photo Date:
8/7/1954
Upload Date:
12/18/2024 12:28:47 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Transit
Locomotives:
ALV 53(Trolley)
Views:
79
Comments:
0
Title:
Altoona & Logan Valley #72, 1954
Description:
ALV. Here is a photo by an unidentified photographer that was taken in the Juniata section of Altoona, Pennsylvania, on or about 7 August 1954. Shown here is Altoona & Logan Valley Electric Railway streetcar #72. It's on its last run between Juniata and Downtown Altoona. In this context, it's just departing the terminus at Chestnut Avenue and 4th Street in Juniata. One of the new buses replacing the venerable trolleys is visible at the right, racing up the hill. The banner proclaims: "Altoona Moves Ahead:"
Photo Date:
8/7/1954
Upload Date:
5/24/2021 4:31:25 PM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Transit
Locomotives:
ALV 72(Trolley)
Views:
192
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 8680, H-10S, 1954
Description:
Young. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by Andrew D. Young that was taken in Altoona, Pennsylvania, in 1954. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #8680, an H-10S (2-8-0) "Consolidated" built by the American Locomotive Company during October of 1913 and retired in 1954 after 41 years of faithful service. Produced and distributed by Evda Slides of Maryland Heights, Missouri ("267-5, #8680, Altoona, Pa., 1954").
Photo Date:
8/15/1954
Upload Date:
3/15/2018 12:15:20 PM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 8680(2-8-0)
Views:
614
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 2857, H-9S, 1954
Description:
Anderson. Here is an original photo by an unidentified photographer that was taken in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on 31 August 1954. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #2857, an H-9S (2-8-0) "Consolidated" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an H-8B during November of 1910, rebuilt as an H-9S in December of 1917, and retired in February of 1959 after 49 years of faithful service. (#2 of 7)
Photo Date:
8/31/1954
Upload Date:
11/25/2023 9:17:51 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 2857(2-8-0)
PRR 6169(2-10-4)
Views:
165
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 5141, H-9S, 1954
Description:
Anderson. Here is an original photo by an unidentified photographer that was taken in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on 31 August 1954. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #5141, an H-9S (2-8-0) "Consolidated" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as number "1138" during August of 1913, renumbered "5141" in 1915, and retired in October of 1956 after 43 years of faithful service. The name of the person pictured at the right is not recorded. (#1 of 7)
Photo Date:
8/31/1954
Upload Date:
11/25/2023 6:36:47 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 5141(2-8-0)
PRR 2857(2-8-0)
Views:
135
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 533, L-1S, 1954
Description:
Anderson. Here is an original photo by an unidentified photographer that was taken in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on 31 August 1954. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #533, an L-1S (2-8-2) "Mikado" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works in December of 1916 and retired in August of 1959 after 43 years of service. (#5 of 7)
Photo Date:
8/31/1954
Upload Date:
11/25/2023 6:36:05 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 533(2-8-2)
Views:
133
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 6169, J-1, 1954
Description:
Anderson. Here is an original photo by an unidentified photographer that was taken in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on 31 August 1954. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6169, a J-1 (2-10-4) "Texas" built in Juniata during September of 1944 and retired in November of 1958 after just 14 years of revenue service. The name of the person pictured at the right is not recorded. (#3 of 7)
Photo Date:
8/31/1954
Upload Date:
11/25/2023 9:18:43 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 6169(2-10-4)
Views:
170
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 6400, B-6SB, 1954
Description:
Anderson. Here is an original photo by an unidentified photographer that was taken in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on 31 August 1954. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6400, a B-6SB (0-6-0) switcher built in Juniata during December of 1926 and retired in August of 1955 after 29 years of faithful service. (#4 of 7)
Photo Date:
8/31/1954
Upload Date:
11/24/2023 10:23:23 PM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 6400(0-6-0)
Views:
86
Comments:
0
Title:
"Pennsy" Magazine, October 1954
Description:
Here is the front cover of the October 1954 issue of "Pennsy" magazine. The photographer is not identified. Photo Caption: "Paul H. Leighou, machinist at Juniata Shop No. 1, Altoona, has been a PRR man for 40 years. He is also a veteran of World War I, a Shriner, and is active in civilian defense as well as in local politics."
Photo Date:
10/1/1954
Upload Date:
9/6/2022 9:18:05 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Locomotives:
Views:
97
Comments:
0
Title:
"Pennsy Power Parade," Page 13, 1954
Description:
Here is page four of a 15-page cover article by Walter A. Lucas entitled "Pennsy Power Parade." It was published originally in the December 1954 issue of "Railroad" magazine, page 13. Photo Caption: "American type No. 1390 was a fast passenger hauler with high wheels and a high stack." Photo Credit: D.A. Somerville Collection. Pennsylvania Railroad engine #1390 is a D-16A (4-4-0) "American" built in Juniata during 1896 and retired in July of 1916 after 20 years of faithful service.
Photo Date:
12/1/1954
Upload Date:
4/16/2017 1:36:59 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 1390(4-4-0)
Views:
462
Comments:
0
Title:
"Pennsy Power Parade," Page 18, 1954
Description:
Here is page nine of a 15-page cover article by Walter A. Lucas entitled "Pennsy Power Parade." It was published originally in the December 1954 issue of "Railroad" magazine, page 18. Top Photo Caption: "Old 7606, American type, old Class O, new Class D-8-a, built at Altoona, March, 1888." Photo Credit: Harry H. Schadde Collection. Pennsylvania Railroad engine #7606 is an D-8A (4-4-0) "American" built in the Altoona Machine Shops during March of 1888 and retired in November of 1902. Bottom Photo Caption: Ordered at the turn of the century to compete with Reading's famous Camelbacks, this baby had a combination Belpaire and Wootten firebox. Pennsy had only three, sold them to the Long Island." PRR engine #700 is an E-1 (4-4-2) "Atlantic" built in Juniata during 1899, sold to the Long Island Rail Road in December of 1903, and retired in 1911.
Photo Date:
12/1/1954
Upload Date:
4/16/2017 2:07:58 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 7606(4-4-0)
PRR 700(4-4-2)
Views:
739
Comments:
0
Title:
"Pennsy Power Parade," Page 22, 1954
Description:
Here is page 13 of a 15-page cover article by Walter A. Lucas entitled "Pennsy Power Parade." It was published in the December 1954 issue of "Railroad" magazine, page 22. Top Photo Caption: "One of the Pennsy's powerful J1 Class freight locomotives: No. 6474. Sixty-five of these 2-10-4's were put into service between 1942 and 1944." Engine #6474 is a J-1 (2-10-4) "Texas" built in Juniata during February of 1943 and retired in September of 1957. Bottom Photo Caption: "Several K4s Class passenger engines wore streamlined shrouds during early days of diesel revolution. No. 1120 looked like this in 1940." Engine #1120 is a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917, streamlined in 1940, and retired in December of 1954.
Photo Date:
12/1/1954
Upload Date:
4/16/2017 2:40:22 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Roster,Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 6474(2-10-4)
PRR 1120(4-6-2)
Views:
842
Comments:
0
Title:
"Pennsy Power Parade," Page 23, 1954
Description:
Here is page 14 of a 15-page cover article by Walter A. Lucas entitled "Pennsy Power Parade." It was published ioriginally n the December 1954 issue of "Railroad" magazine, page 23. Top Photo Caption: "Wind-tunnel test shaped silouette of these Altoona-built streamlined passenger steamers. K4s Class still runs on parts of the PRR high iron." Engine #3768 is a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during June of 1920, streamlined in 1936, and retired in October of 1953. Middle Photo Caption: "The latest thing in electric motive power is this beautiful two-unit Westinghouse job, shown leaving Philadelphia for a fast run to Patomac Yard." Engine #4996 is an E-3B built by Baldwin-Lima-Hamilton and Westinghouse during June of 1951 and retired in June of 1965. Bottom Photo Caption: "No. 5786, typical of PRR's diesel fleet, pulls out of Chicago on Eastbound run." Engine #5786 is a BP-20 built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works in December of 1948, rated at 2,000 horsepower, regeared and reclassified as a BF-16Z, and retired in September of 1962.
Photo Date:
12/1/1954
Upload Date:
4/16/2017 2:43:13 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Roster,Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:
PRR 3768(4-6-2)
PRR 4996(Steeple Cab)
PRR 5786(DR6-4-2000)
Views:
1067
Comments:
0
Title:
"Pennsy Power Parade," Page 53, 1954
Description:
Here is page 15 of a 15-page cover article by Walter A. Lucas entitled "Pennsy Power Parade." It was published originally in the December 1954 issue of "Railroad" magazine, page 53.
Photo Date:
12/1/1954
Upload Date:
4/16/2017 2:45:43 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Locomotives:
Views:
194
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 352, I-1SA, #1 of 3, 1954
Description:
East Altoona. Here is the first of three original photos by an unidentified photographer that were taken in East Altoona, Pennsylvania, in the Winter of 1954. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #352, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built in Juniata as an I-1S during November of 1918, rebuilt s an I-1SA in June of 1942, and retired in January of 1956 after 38 years of faithful service. Parked on the ready track just West of the East Altoona Roundhotse, #352 is poised for action.
Photo Date:
12/21/1954
Upload Date:
11/15/2017 3:56:38 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 352(2-10-0)
Views:
853
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 352, I-1SA, #3 of 3, 1954
Description:
East Altoona. Here is the third of three!original photos by an unidentified photographer that were taken in East Altoona, Pennsylvania, in the Winter of 1954. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #352, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built in Juniata as an I-1S during November of 1918, rebuilt as an I-1SA in June of 1942, and retired in January of 1956 after 38 years of faithful service. In the center is HOMER Tower and the Westbound Classification Yard, to the right is the East Altoona)Coaling Tipple. Photo taken from the 17th Street Bridge in Juniata.
Photo Date:
12/21/1954
Upload Date:
11/15/2017 3:58:42 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Tunnel,Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 352(2-10-0)
Views:
1026
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR E7A 5901 - Pennsylvania RR
Description:
Almost a stark, cropped and solarized print of PRR 5901 at an unknown location and date. PRR 5901 now resides at the RR Museum of Pennsylvania in Strasburg, PA.
Photo Date:
1/1/1955
Upload Date:
1/31/2013 11:08:03 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Gary Everhart
Categories:
Roster
Locomotives:
PRR 5901(E7A)
Views:
741
Comments:
3
Title:
PRR I-1S, "Decapod," c. 1955
Description:
East Altoona. Here is an original 35mm color slide (converted to B&W) by an unidentified photographer that was taken at the Roundhouse in East Altoona, Pennsylvania, c. 1955. Prominent here is an unidentified Pennsylvania Railroad "I" Class (2-10-0) "Decapod" that's heading toward Juniata's 17th Street Bridge. Pictured in the background are numerous snow-capped, soon-to-be-scrapped steam locomotives. In the foreground is a tiny portion of the left-to-right flowing Little Juniata River on its merry way via the mighty Susquehanna River to Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean.
Photo Date:
1/23/1955
Upload Date:
10/17/2024 6:35:11 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Winter,Yard
Locomotives:
Views:
33
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR, "Super Texas," c. 1955
Description:
Here is an image of an artist's concept for a Pennsylvania Railroad J-2 (2-10-10-4) "Super Texas" steam locomotive. Rumor has it that it was to be hand-fired! Edward Kaspriske Collection.
Photo Date:
1/23/1955
Upload Date:
6/7/2023 6:47:46 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam
Locomotives:
Views:
151
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 2-10-0 #44XX - Pennsylvania RR
Description:
The unknown photographer noted on the back of the photo " "Pennsy 2-5-2 (sic) taken in Altonna, Pa yards - 1955" Obviously he meant "2-10-2" or "2-10-0". I believe in the background is the Juniata roundhouse. The day in 1955 is approximate.
Photo Date:
6/1/1955
Upload Date:
8/23/2013 4:05:25 PM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Gary Everhart
Categories:
Roster,Steam,Action
Locomotives:
Views:
276
Comments:
2
Title:
PRR East Altoona Vistas, #1 of 3, 1955
Description:
Dziobko. Here is the first of three successive images of photos by John Dziobko, Jr., that were taken in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on 15 July 1955. Shown here is the western entrance to the Pennsylvania Railroad's 50-stall East Altoona Roundhouse. Photo taken from Juniata's 17th Street Bridge. Willliam E. Burket Collection.
Photo Date:
7/15/1955
Upload Date:
12/17/2024 12:48:20 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
Views:
75
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR East Altoona Vistas, #2 of 3, 1955
Description:
Dziobko. Here is the second of three successive images of photos by John Dziobko, Jr., that were taken in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on 15 July 1955. Shown here (L to R) are the Pennsylvania Railroad's East Altoona Roundhouse and powerhouse, the eastbound locomotive ready tracks, the eastbound forwarding yard, as well as a small portion of the left-to-right flowing Little Juniata River. Photo taken from Juniata's 17th Street Bridge. Willliam E. Burket Collection.
Photo Date:
7/15/1955
Upload Date:
12/17/2024 12:48:32 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
Views:
73
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR East Altoona Vistas, #3 of 3, 1955
Description:
Dziobko. Here is the third of three successive images of photos by John Dziobko, Jr., that were taken in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on 15 July 1955. Shown here (L to R) are the Pennsylvania Railroad's cabin ready tracks and the ash pit gantry cranes bracketing several live steam locomotives. Further to the right are several GM-EMD "F" Class diesel-electric engines, poised to displace the steamers forever. Photo taken from Juniata's 17th Street Bridge. Willliam E. Burket Collection.
Photo Date:
7/15/1955
Upload Date:
7/17/2022 2:45:45 PM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
Views:
146
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR Juniata Shops, 1955
Description:
WB. Here is an image of a photo by an unidentified photographer that was taken in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on 15 July 1955. Shown here is a portion of the locomotive storage yard at the Pennsylvania Railroad's Erecting & Machine Shop. Looks to me like it's turntable replacement time! William E. Burket Collection.
Photo Date:
7/15/1955
Upload Date:
8/4/2022 3:54:31 PM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard
Locomotives:
Views:
109
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR East Altoona Roundhouse, 1955
Description:
Dziobko. Here is an image of a photo by John Dziobko, Jr., that was taken in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on 17 July 1955. Emerging from the Pennsylvania Railroad's East Altoona Roundhouse is an unidentified FP-20 built by Fairbanks-Morse and rated at 2,000 horsepower. It's been preceded by an unidentified steam locomotive that's partially visible in the left foreground. Photo taken from Juniata's 8th Street Bridge. Willliam E. Burket Collection.
Photo Date:
7/17/1955
Upload Date:
7/13/2022 10:58:03 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
Views:
147
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 6335, I-1S, c. 1955
Description:
Portraits 6. Here is a steam locomotive portrait of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6335, an I-1S (2-10-0) "Decapod" built in Juniata during August of 1919 and retired in December of 1955 after 36 years of faithful service. The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. (#14 of 43)
Photo Date:
8/15/1955
Upload Date:
3/27/2021 10:39:13 PM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 6335(2-10-0)
Views:
288
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 85, I-1SA, 1955
Description:
Young. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by Andrew D. Young that was taken in Altoona, Pennsylvania, in 1955. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #85, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built in Juniata as an I-1S during 1918, rebuilt as an I-1SA in November of 1943, and retired in January of 1960 after 42 years of faithful service. Produced and distributed by Evda Slides of Maryland Heights, Missouri ("267-1, #85, Altoona, Pa., 1955").
Photo Date:
8/15/1955
Upload Date:
3/15/2018 11:35:45 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 85(2-10-0)
Views:
928
Comments:
0
Title:
PRR 8685, H-10S, c. 1955
Description:
Swartz. Here is a photo by William A. Swartz. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #8685, an H-10S (2-8-0) "Consolidated" built by the American Locomotive Company during October of 1913 and retired in May of 1956 after 43 years of faithful service. The exact date and the location are not recorded. (#1 of 8)
Photo Date:
8/15/1955
Upload Date:
2/5/2025 3:03:36 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Yard,Steam
Locomotives:
PRR 8685(2-8-0)
Views:
29
Comments:
0
Title:
"Open House At Altoona Works," Page 10, 1955
Description:
Here is page one of a two-page article entitled "Open House At Altoona Works." It was published originally in the September 1955 issue of "Pennsy" Magazine, page 10. Photo Caption: "Railroaders show their families through the Diesel Engine Shop during open house for all employees at Altoona Works."
Photo Date:
9/1/1955
Upload Date:
8/22/2022 8:09:29 AM
Location:
Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:
Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:
Locomotives:
Views:
31
Comments:
0
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