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The Marent Gulch Trestle
ArticleNot identifiedScientific American1883188329-DecArticle describing construction of the original wooden Marent MT trestle, with engraving apparently based on an F. Jay Haynes photograph
History of a High Viaduct
ArticleMason, Sampson D.Journal of the Association of Engineering Societies18891889AprilArticle describing the history of the Marent MT viaduct
The Marent Gulch Viaduct
ArticleMorison, George S.ASCE TRansactions189125SeptArticle describing construction of the first iron viaduct at Marent MT
Buildings and Structures of American Railroads
BookBeg, Walter C.Book1893Reprinted in its entirety by Newton K. Gregg. Covers many railroads, with considerable attention to NP. General perspective sketches of many structures with basic dimensions. Several varieties of depot are shown, some of which can be modeled from the AMB kit. Keywords: section tool house, handcar house, section house, agent's dwelling, snow shed, car shed, water tank, coal house, engine house, freight house, depot
Jay Cooke, Financier of the Civil War
BookOberholtzer, Ellis PaxsonBook1907Reprinted 1968 by Augustus M. Kelly, Publishers, New York, NY. Two-volume biography of Cooke, his financial ventures, and the early NP until his exodus. Keywords: Jay Cooke
Guidebook of the Western United States: Part A. The NP Route
BookCampbell, Marius and othersU. S. Geological Survey Bulletin 6111915Bulletin611Geological guidebook of the Northern Pacific main line from St. Paul to Seattle showing both Helena and Butte routes, with side trip to Yellowstone. Narrative description of geology and cultural details of most stations along the route. 27 maps showing route, stations, and geology, 27 plates, 37 figures. This is a significant scientific paper as well as a snapshot of the entire main line in 1915. Keywords: Geology, map, guidebook
Hoodoo Third Trick, The
ArticleBliss, Chick R.Railroad Stories193310MarAnecdote from night operator at Lombard MT train order office. Keyword: Lombard,
How Engine Builders Make Photos
PhotoWarner, Paul TRailroad Stories 193516FebA Baldwin employee describes the procedures followed in making a locomotive builders photo. The engine used as an example is the new NP 2651. 4 pictures. Keyword: Class A-2, Northern, 4-8-4, Baldwin
One of the Most Disgraceful Accidents
ArticleBliss, Chick R.Railroad Stories193619MayAnecdote of recent incident of runaway freight car wrecked at Logan MT. Keywords: Logan, Bozeman, wreck
Car that Rerailed Itself, The
ArticleBliss, Chick R.Railroad Stories193619MayMontana anecdote of freight car derailed and then rerailing itself. Evidence provided by tie damage. Keyword: Laurel, Oneida, Craver
Famous Engineers: The Millionaire Hogger
ColumnAllen, StookieRailroad Stories193620AugShort profile of Northern Pacific Railway locomotive engineer Lew Hutton of Missoula MT, silver mine owner and philanthropist. Keyword: employees
Stampede Switchback, The
ArticleDuncan, MikeRailroad Stories193721AprBuilding, description and operation on switchback at Stampede Pass that preceded tunnel and allowed earlier opening of line to Tacoma. Keyword: Stampede Pass.
Great Hinckley Fire, The
ArticleRoot, JamesRailroad Stories193721JanFirst person account by heroic engineer on St Paul & Duluth of running a train thru a Minnesota forest fire and saving the lives of hundreds. Keyword: Fire, Hinckley, Finlayson, ‘SP&D’, Skalley, James Root.
Early Days in Washington Territory
ArticleCarter, Charles FRailroad Magazine193722SepSketchy account of attempts of Washington towns to get rail service in 1870’s. Keywords: Henry Villard, Orphan Road, Olympia, Seattle, Tenino, Seattle, ‘Columbia & Puget Sound’, ‘C&PS’
Phantom Switching
ArticleChapman, A. L.Railroad Magazine193722SepAnecdote of freight car moved by wind 12 miles over Northern Pacific Railway main from Wadena to Verndale MN in 1912. Keyword: anecdote, St. Paul Division.
Out of Control
ArticleEvans, S. G.Railroad Magazine193823FebFirst person account by Northern Pacific Railway fireman of a runaway freight on Bozeman Pass. Keywords: Bozeman, Muir, Livingston, runaway
Female Agent
ColumnJohnson, H BRailroad Magazine193823MayOn the Spot entry on Northern Pacific Railway’s only woman agent, Alma Rivett Floberg, at Ravensdale WA. Keywords: employees.
Locomotives of the Northern Pacific
TableNot identifiedRailroad Magazine193925MayPart 1 of a locomotive roster of the Northern Pacific Railway. 9 pictures. Listing of 4-4-0, 2-6-0, 4-8-0, 2-6-2, 4-6-0, 4-8-4 and 4-6-2 types in service. Key word: Steam locomotives, roster
Non-revenue car picture
PhotoSteeb, C. T.Railroad Magazine193926AugPhotograph of NP 204419, modified boxcar described in caption as standard equipment for icing express reefers. Keyword: non-revenue equipment, Billings
I Should Have Doubled Down the Hill
ArticleBostwick, Nelson JRailroad Magazine193926JulFirst person account by engineer of runaway in 1900 near Helena. Keywords: accident, Helena, Blossburg
Locomotives of the Northern Pacific
TableNot identifiedRailroad Magazine193926JunPart 2 of a locomotive roster of the Northern Pacific Railway, 6 pictures, listing of 4-6-6-4, 2-6-6-2, 2-8-0, 0-8-0, 2-8-2. 2-8-8-2, 2-8-8-4, and 0-6-0 types and one diesel. Keyword: Steam locomotives, roster
Dynamiter. The
ArticleNowels, Ed L.Railroad Magazine193927DecAccount of a terrorist in Montana named Ike Gravelle who set off explosions along the NP and demanded ransom to desist from his activities. Keywords: Livingston, Bozeman, Dan Boyle, Helena, Rocky Mountain Division, terrorism.
Northern Pacific Conductor No. 1
ArticleThomas. B. A.Railroad Magazine194027AprAnecdote of encounter between Fred Sweetman, senior conductor on the NP and Colonel Custer in 1875. Keywords: employees, General George Armstrong Custer
Boots and Saddles
ArticleCorson, Asa L.Railroad Magazine194027JanFirst person anecdote of boomer telegrapher at Mandan ND in 1890 during final years of Army action against American Indians. Keyword: Mandan, Indians
Once in a Lifetime
ArticleWhite, Victor HRailroad Magazine194028JunAnecdote by passenger of how a passenger arranged to flag North Coast Limited for a short ride in Montana. Keyword: Three Forks, Livingston.
Not on the Highway Maps
ArticleSteeb, C. T.Railroad Magazine194028OctPhoto essay of rail facilities at Lombard Mt. Keywords: Lombard, Rocky Mountain Division.
Golden Spike
ArticleCooper, WalterRailroad Magazine194029DecEyewitness account of Golden Spike ceremony at Gold Creek MT, 1883. One picture. Keyword: construction, Henry Villard
Tea-Train Wreck
ArticleWooldridge, W.M.Railroad Magazine194129MarEmployee’s rambling account of life as an operator in 1880’s Montana, including an 1885 wreck. Keywords: accident, Rocky Mountain Division
DC&N vs. Great Northern
ArticleRalph, GeorgeRailroad Magazine194130SepFirst person account of a crossing war between Great Northern and Northern Pacific Railroad in Crookston MN in 1889. Keywords: Construction, legal, Duluth Crookston & Northern, Crookston, Great Northern Railway
Rail-Dog
ArticleMarvin, S. W.Railroad Magazine194231MayShort feature on Queenie, the canine mascot of Northtown Yard, and section foreman Axel Johnson. Keyword: Northtown.
Along the Iron Pike
ColumnEasley, JoeRailroad Magazine194233OctDrawing of St Paul Division engineer J. P. Gall and his pet blackbird in engine cab. Keyword: St Paul Division
New Northern Pacific 4-8-4
PhotoTilbury, C. L.Trains194338News photo of A-4 Northern keywords: steam, Northern, A-4
Jim Hill Country, The
ArticleCowing, George CecilTrains1943310Profile of Minnesota railroads, with mention of Oakes branch passenger service through Fergus Falls. Keyword: Oakes branch.
He Forgot the Order
ArticleFletcher, Frederick GRailroad Magazine194334OctFirst person story of near miss on Rocky Mountain Division in 1902. Keywords: Greycliffe, Big Timber
NP Wrecking Train
PictureButts, RayRailroad Magazine194334OctPhoto of damaged Mallet NP 4005 dead in tow in wrecking outfit near Easton WA in 1941. Keywords: Easton, Ellensburg, Class Z, 2-6-6-2
Half a Century Ago
ArticleBradford, Tom H.Railroad Magazine194435MarDescribes engine service career on Northern Pacific Railway, 1891 to 1938. Keywords: snow, Staples, Wadena, Fergus Falls, Milnor.
Fifty Years in the Cab
ArticleBradford, Tom H.Railroad Magazine194436OctFirst person account of engine service career on all parts of the NP. Keywords: employees, strikes, engine service, Staples, Fargo, Glendive, North Coast Limited, Yellowstone Division, Little Falls, Morris, Detroit Lakes, Tacoma, Stampede Pass
Cornfield Meet
ArticleMunch, A ERailroad Magazine194436SepFirst person account by fireman of an 1896 wreck in western Minnesota. Keyword: accident, Minnesota Division, Glyndon
Caught on the Run
ArticleMorgan, HenryRailroad Magazine194537JanSt. Paul newspaper reporter on the transportation beat at turn of century tells of his interaction with area rail executives including some Northern Pacific Railway people. Keywords: J M Hannaford, Howard Elliott, R W Clark, W J McFetridge.
Less Than Carload Lots
ColumnNot identifiedRailroad Magazine194537MayReport that switchers NP 916 and NP 917 have been converted to woodburners and restored to service. Keywords: woodburner, Shelton, Class L-6, 0-6-0.
Rambling Op, A
ArticleJohnston, Harold L.Railroad Magazine194538DecFirst person boomer telegrapher tells of adventures nationally including on Northern Pacific Railway in North Dakota. Keywords: Jamestown, LaMoure,
Hours of Service
ArticleBradford, Tom H.Railroad Magazine194538OctFirst person engine service story in Washington state in 1903. Keywords: Auburn, Ellensburg, Tacoma.
Letter to editor
ColumnWaggoner, H ERailroad Magazine194639FebNP Homestake agent adds data to Safety Measure article in 11/45 issue. Keywords: Butte, Homestake, Montana Division, Pak City, Columbus, wrecks.
Calamity Jane
ArticleBerry, W WRailroad Magazine194639JanNorthern Pacific Railway conductor tells of an 1895 trip with Calamity Jane as a passenger. Keyword: Billings
Ties
ArticleNot identifiedRailroad Magazine194639MarTwo page photo story on Paradise MT tie plant. Keywords: ties, Paradise, MOW.
Pullman in the River
ArticleBerry, W WRailroad Magazine194640JulAccident on North Coast Limited drops last car, sleeper Dickinson, into Rosebud River. Keywords: accident, Glendive, NCL, Yellowstone Division
Railroad Island
ArticleSwanson, Axel TRailroad Magazine194640OctFirst person account by news butcher of being snowbound on Northern Pacific Railroad train in Montana in 1894. Keywords: snow, Missoula, Plains
Highballing the Grain
PaintingBlakeslee, FrederickRailroad Magazine194742MayColor cover painting on NP 5125 4-6-6-4 in action passing grain elevator. Keyword: Class Z-7, Challenger
Lake Superior to Puget Sound
ArticleDellinger, E. S.Railroad Magazine194742MayLengthy article on construction of the Northern Pacific Railroad from Thompson Junction to final spike. Keywords: Thompson Junction, Carlton, Duluth, Asa Whitney, Josiah Perham, J. Gregory Smith, Jay Cooke, Milnor Roberts, Brainerd, Fargo, Bismarck, Frederick Billings, Old Nig, Henry Villard, construction, Adna Anderson, Last Chance, George Custer, Bozeman, Helena, Gold Creek.
Test Run
ArticleNixon, Ronald V.Railroad Magazine194742MayDiary of a test trip with 3 unit F3 diesels to assess their potential on the North Coast Limited. Describes power used on North Coast Limited over the years. Names crew members involved in test run. Keywords: dieselization
Locomotives of the Northern Pacific
TableNot identifiedRailroad Magazine194742MayContemporary roster of steam and diesel locomotives then in service on the Northern Pacific. 10 photographs. Keyword: Locomotive
Northern Pacific 4-8-4's
PhotoNot identifiedTrains194886Spread of 5 photos illustrating 4 types of Northerns with brief descriptions and specifications. Keyword: 4-8-4
Along the St Croix.
PhotoNot identifiedTrains194892Centerspread passenger train photo of SP&D 4-4-0 18 on Taylor Falls Branch. Keyword: Taylor Falls
Northern Pacific Motive Power—No. 1 of a Series
MagazineNixon, Ronald V.Telltale194910DecBrief Summary of American Standard steam locomotives on the Northern Pacific Railway. One picture. Keyword: 4-4-0, Northern Pacific Railroad
NP Heisler
ColumnSnyder, F ClaytonTrains1949102Letter to editor, with picture, on NP Heisler 4, stated to be only Heisler ever bought by a Class I. Keyword: Heisler
Rotaries in the Rockies
PaintingBlakeslee, FrederickRailroad Magazine194947JanCover painting showing Northern Pacific Railway rotary plow at work, crossing trestle and propelled by steam locomotive. Caption erroneously identifies scene as Great Northern. Keyword: snowplow
Turntable Classroom, The
ArticleNixon, Ronald V.Trains194993Report on field trip of Telegraphy school students to Northtown Yard. 2 pix. Keyword: telegrapher, Northtown
Northern Pacific Locomotives
PhotoNixon, Ronald V.Trains194999Photo roster of Northern Pacific Steam and diesel locomotives with historical and operating data. 34 pix. Keywords: S-1, S-10, S-4, Q, Q-2, Q-4, Q-5, Q-6, A, A-1, A-3, A-4, F3, L-4, L-10, G-1, G-2, HH660, RS1, T, M, Y, Y-3, Y-2, W, W-2, W-5, Z-3, Z-4, Z-5, Z-8, FT
Alaskan at Missoula
PhotoMcKinley, FrankTrains1949910Alaskan, doubleheaded at Missoula with 2245 and 2607. Keywords" Alaskan, Missoula
Locomotive Blows Smoke Rings
PictureEnger, J. W.Railroad Magazine195155DecNP Mikado 1687 at Oakes ND with plow pilot approaches station in snow…blowing two smoke rings. Keyword: W-1, Oakes
Land Grant Legend, The: Part II
ArticleGross, H. H.Railroad Magazine195155SepThe portion of a multi-part series on Rail land grants and western settlement that looks at NP and how it promoted development of its land in Dakota, Minnesota and other states. Examples of period advertising, several pictures. Keywords: Hans Mattson, Land Department, land grants, O J Johnson, colonization
1-1/2 Cents a Mile
ArticleMorgan, David P.Trains & Travel1952126Account of a circle tour of west by passenger trains, including the NP. Keyword: North Coast Limited
What a Place to Build a Railroad!
ArticleGriffiths, Henry R., Jr.Trains & Travel19521212Photo story on Camas Prairie with 5 pix and descriptions of power and trestles and scenery. Keywords: Camas Prairie, Lewiston, gas-electric, W.
No. 1 Makes Up Time
ArticleMorgan, David P.Trains & Travel1952132Describes a ride on NCL over Rocky Mountain Division in holiday season. Keywords: North Coast Limited, Rocky Mountain Division, Livingston, Bozeman, Homestake, Butte; 4, "Santa Claus train".
Seattle Station Crisis
ArticleNeuberger, Richard L.Railroad Magazine195256JanArticle on need for new and bigger passenger station in Seattle. Keywords: Seattle, King Street Station, Charles Mellen, North Coast Limited.
Information Booth
ColumnComstock, AlfredRailroad Magazine195258JunDescription of Northern Pacific Railway installation of radio in 1951. Keyword: radio
Pride of the Northwest – SP&S
ArticleNeuberger, Richard L.Railroad Magazine1952592Article on Spokane, Portland and Seattle Railway, covering history and current operations, route map, 24 pictures, 1952 steam and diesel locomotive roster, discusses various relationships with Northern Pacific Railway. Keywords: North Coast Limited, Alaskan, Empire Builder, Western Star, Henry Villard
Pride of the Northwest – SP&S
ArticleNeuberger, Richard L.Railroad Magazine1952592Article on Spokane, Portland and Seattle Railway, covering history and current operations, route map, 24 pictures, 1952 steam and diesel locomotive roster, discusses various relationships with Northern Pacific Railway. Keywords: North Coast Limited, Alaskan, Empire Builder, Western Star, Henry Villard
Idaho’s Panhandle Pike
ArticleHastings, Phillip R.Railroad Magazine195259DecFeature and photo coverage of the Camas Prairie with history, line description, operating data and locomotive information. Map. 23 pictures. Keywords: Camas Prairie, Lewiston, Spaulding,
North Coast Limited in Montana
PhotoHastings, Phillip R.Trains & Travel1953133North Coast Limited on a Montana riverbank B&W. Keyword: North Coast Limited
A-2 2651 on Valley City high bridge
PhotoWestcott, Linn H.Trains & Travel19531310A-2 2651 on Valley City high bridge, color. Keywords: A-2, Valley City
Here's One That Missed the Torch
ArticleNixon, Ronald V.Trains & Travel19531310Recovery and restoration of 4-4-0 684 from Nezperce , and transport of engine. 9 pix. Keyword" 4-4-0, Camas Prairie, Parkwater
North Coast Limited Climbing Homestake Pass in Montana
PictureModern Railroads19531953MayColor Cover Picture. Keyword: North Coast Limited
Information Booth
ColumnComstock, AlfredRailroad Magazine195360FebPhotograph and brief entry on use of Willys-Overland Hy Rail car on Lake Superior Division.
Extra Gang Timekeeper
ArticleGilbert, AndrewRailroad Magazine195360FebMemoirs of a timekeeper in Minnesota starting in 1907. Keywords: Lake Superior Division, MOW, Duluth, Louis Newton, Skalley
Northern Pacific Oil Bonanza
ArticleDraper, William RRailroad Magazine195360MayOil discoveries on Northern Pacific Railway property and the effect on stock value and investment potential. Keywords: Norton Simon, LeRoy Hines, Billings, Williston Basin, oil, Land Grants, Ohio Match Co.
Railroads of Spokane
ArticleHastings, Phillip R.Railroad Magazine195361JunPhoto feature on Spokane rails includes 5 Northern Pacific pictures. Keyword: Spokane
Railroad Town: Livingston, Montana
PhotoSims, DonaldTrains19541411Complete NP at Livingston Photo sectionwith steam and diesel and NCL observation car pix and map. 7 pix. Keyword: Livingston
Rolling Ribbonrail
ColumnNot identifiedTrains & Travel1954143News entry about installation of welded rail at Stampede Tunnel. 1 Pix of 4-6-6-4 on rail train. Keyword: Stampede
Railroad Improvements
NewsbriefModern Railroads195419541Capsule outline of improvements and additions in all departments made in 1953 and planned for 1954.Keywords: Vista dome, radio, welded rail, diesels
No Clickety-Clack
ArticleNot identifiedRailroad Magazine195463AprNews item on welded rail installation on Northern Pacific Railway. Keywords: MOW, Stampede Tunnel
Runaway Rotary
ArticleThe Old TimerRailroad Magazine195463AprTrue tale of runaway snowplow in 1895 in Montana. Keywords: Rotary, Rocky Mountain Division.
Railroads of the Twin Cities
ArticleDonovan, Frank P., Jr.Railroad Magazine195463FebCitywide review of all Twin Cities railroads. Map. 5 Northern Pacific pictures. Keywords: Minneapolis, St. Paul, Como Shops, North Coast Limited.
Information Booth
ColumnKreimer, BarbaraRailroad Magazine195464AugBlow-down shed described. Picture. Keyword: structures
Book of Rules Problem, A
ColumnJosserand, PeterRailroad Magazine195465SepNorthern Pacific Railway line from Everett to Auburn is setting for a real life rules interpretation.
Gentlemen, Your Train Is Coming
ArticleMorgan, David P.; Hastings, Phillip R.Trains1955155Minnesota installment of Smoke Over the Prairies series includes 3 pix along Duluth-Staples Line, with train 727 and work extra and grain extra with steam. Keywords W, W-3. Deerwood, Pillager, Baxter.
Z-3 4020 on Lookout pass
PhotoGriffiths, Henry R., Jr.Trains19551511Z-3 4020 in freight service on Lookout pass. Keyword: Z-3, Wallace, Lookout Pass.
When Steam Rules Lookout Pass
PhotoGriffiths, Henry R., Jr.Trains19551511Photo spread of Wallace branch steam freight and passenger trains. 5 pix. Keywords: Z-3, S-4, Lookout Pass, Wallace, Dorsey
Railroad Improvements
News ItemHardy, HoraceModern Railroads195519551Capsule sumary of improvements made in 1954 and planned for 1955. Keywords: Pasco, vista dome, radio, diesels, Homestake Tunnel
Fifty Mechanical Reefers for the NP
ArticleModern Railroads195519555News report on purchase of new mechanical reefers, with technical and performance details,uses, maintenance. Keywords: refrigerator car
Push Button Yard in the North West
ArticleRichter, FrankModern Railroads1955195510News report and technical profile on completion of new yard at Pasco WA. Key words: Pacso, hump yard,
Lewis and Clark Theme for NP Club Car
NewsbriefTarbox, Gary L.Modern Railroads1955195511Introduction of new NCL cars. Key Words: North Coast Limited, Travelers Rest
Wrecker Crew
ArticleAllen, A. E.Railroad Magazine195566OctAuthor follows an Northern Pacific Railway wrecking crew describing their cleanup duties following a wreck near Missoula. 5 pictures.
Tales of a Ten Wheeler
PhotoNixon, Ronald V.Trains19561610Photo essay of 22 pix as a biography of locomotive 1356 from initial work to last run to display at Missoula. Keyword: S-4, Bitter Root Branch, Evaro, Missoula.
I Came Out of This Alive
ArticlePicken, Hunter M.Trains19561611First person account of head on collision at Wibaux MT between diesel fast freight and steam local in 1954. Keywords: Wibaux, collision, Yellowstone Division.
Why Northern Paific Owns an Airplane
ArticleDonovan, Frank P., Jr.Trains19561611Northern Pacific ownership and use of a plane for erial photography, surveying and resource use. 4 pix. Keywords: Northwestern Improvement, Pasco
4 to 12 Shift
ArticleWing, Webster E.Trains1956172Reflections of a Rices Point roundhouse laborer on his career and environment after 30 years on the NP. Keyword: Duluth, Rices Point. 1 pix.
Tales of a Ten Wheeler
ArticleNixon, Ronald V.Trains195617AugPhoto essay of NP 1356, now preserved at Missoula. Pictures from entire life of engine, including original configuration as Vauclain Compound. Keywords: Class S-4, ten wheeler, 4-6-0, steam engine, Vauclain Compound, Missoula, data table.
Railroad Improvements
NewsbriefBehrens, CharlesModern Railroads195619561News report on improvements made in 1955 and planned for 1956. Key words: Pasco, RDC, piggyback, diesels,
Northern Pacific Locomotives
TableNot identifiedRailroad Magazine195668DecRoster of diesel and steam power in 1956. Complete list of specific steam numbers is not provided. 3 pictures. Keywords: steam locomotives, diesel locomotives
W-3 Engine
ArticleWing, Webster E.Trains1957182Poem: By NP roundhouse worker saluting the standard NP freight engine. Pic of 1790. Keywords: W-3, Skalley, Rices Point.
Railroad Improvements
NewsbriefModern Railroads195719571Description of improvements made by company in 1956 and planned for 1957. Key word: diesels, piggyback, tunnels, CTC
Ever Ride a Mixed?
ArticleMorgan, David P.; Steinheimer, RichardTrains19581812Comments and interior photo of combine coach 1198 on Jamestown-Oakes mixed train 154. Keyword: 154.
Four Aces 4-8-4, The
ArticleNixon, Ronald V.Trains1958191Photo essay with 19 pictures of 2626 from builder shot to scrapline, including Np regular and special service, demonstrator days and final fantrip. Keywords: A-1, 2626, Timken, 408, Cle Elum, Seattle,
Roundhouse: A Poem
ArticleWing, Webster E.Trains1958192Poem by a Rices Point roundhouse laborer.
Pigs Get Luxury Treatment on Northern Pacific
NewsbriefModern Railroads195819584News item on purchase of 200 new cars: Key words: Pig Palace, stockcar, 3 pix
NP Dials Over a 2000 Mile Carrier
ArticleModern Railroads195819586Northern Pacific phone system profiled. Key words: Communications,
Helpers on Mobase Local
PhotoWilkinson, W.Railroad Magazine195869FebCenterspread of NP 1801 and NP 1728 and caboose and diesel NP 425 on pusher duty. Keywords: W-3, Tacoma, Prairie Line, American Lake
Mail Car
ColumnNot identifiedRailroad Magazine195869OctBrief note on Geraldine Yanta, North Coast Limited stewardess. Keyword: Sue, stewardess-nurse
Time Runs Out for Four Aces
ColumnFarrow, Albert E.Trains1959193Letter and three pix reporting scrapping of 2626. Keyword: A-1, 2626
Photo: No. 6
ArticleMatthews, FredTrains  19591911Two page spread on Train 6 with F a-b and heavyweights and caboose. Keyword: 6
Casey Jones Wouldn't Have Believed It
PhotoMorgan, David P.; Steinheimer, RichardTrains  19591912Night photo of 603 with Diesel at Jamestown.
Railroad Improvements
NewsbriefSampson, NoraModern Railroads195919591Company improvements for 1958 and those planned for 1959 are reported. Keywords: dieselization, ctc, computers
NP Passenger Service
PhotoMiddleton, William D.Trains1959202Montage of 7 pix of NP passenger theme
Northern Pacific Likes Passengers
ArticleMiddleton, William D.Trains1959202Long portrait of NP passenger operations, sales and service, with descriptions of trains, thumbnail of G. Walter Rodine, pricetag for the NCL, and coverage of Budd Car and Branch operations. Keywords: Mainstreeter, North Coast Limited, 3, baked potato, dining cars, Slumbercoach, Rodine
Early Northern Pacific Consolidations
ArticleJukes, FredRailway & Locomotive Historical Society Bulletin1960102Physical description and operating history of Class F-1 2-8-0, with specifications, and with sidebar on Eames Vacuum brakes, 4 pictures, 3 drawings. Keyword: steam, Class F-1, consolidation
Early Northern Pacific Consolidations
ArticleJukes, FredRailway & Locomotive Historical Society Bulletin1960102Physical description and operating history of Class F-1 2-8-0, with specifications, and with sidebar on Eames Vacuum brakes, 4 pictures, 3 drawings. Keyword: steam, Class F-1, consolidation
Build This Giant Northern Pacific Coaling Tower
ArticleDelaney, SharpeRailroad Model Craftsman19601960AugConstruction article for Logan, MT coaling tower, with HO Scale drawings, article itself describes construction in O Scale, style common in many other locations; style replaced the long coal docks.
N.P. Coaling Tower, Part 2 of 2
ArticleDelaney, SharpeRailroad Model Craftsman19601960SeptSecond part of construction article for Northern Pacific coaling tower, including drawings for chute details and machinery shed.
The Diesel That Did It
ArticleMorgan, David P.Trains1960204EMD demonstrator 103 profiled, with details on test runs on Northern Pacific. Keyword: FT
Railroad Improvements
NewsbriefSampson, NoraModern Railroads196119611Company improvements for 1960 and those planned for 1961 are reported. Keywords: dieselization, ctc, piggyback, welded rail.
Lightweight End Panel Strengthens NP Cars
NewsbriefModern Railroads196119614Illustrated report on boxcar innovation used in NP shop. Keywords: boxcar, Brainerd. 3 pix
Final Days of a Famous 4-6-0
ArticleNixon, Ronald V.Trains19611961FebPhoto essay of NP 1351, last NP engine under steam, at Crystal Sugar plant in Missoula. Keywords: Class S-4, ten wheeler, 4-6-0, steam engine
Final Days for a Famous 4-6-0
PhotoNixon, Ronald V.Trains196121410pix spread on last NP steamer to operate, No. 1351, portraying final service at Missoula beet plant and various points in normal service life. Keywords: S-4, 1351, Missoula, Philipsburg, Walla Walla, Bitter Root
A Dirge for the Doodlebug
ArticleMiddleton, William D.Trains1961217An exploration of galloping goose country riding the gas-electric railcars in North Dakota and Minnesota. Keywords: galloping goose, Oakes, Lisbon, La Moure, Breckenridge, 139, 154, 112, Streeter, Jamestown
His 25,000th Photo
PhotoNixon, Ronald V.Trains19612111Freight with 8 F Units on Marent Trestle. Commentray by DPM. Keywords: Marent