These photos come from the collection of Harold K. Vollrath. Mr. Vollrath
has an extensive collection of railroad photographs of all Class 1 railroads
up to the 1940s. While most of his collection is of steam power, it also
includes diesels, equipment and structures. He also has photographs of short
line, logging, and industrial roads.
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Dunkirk, Allegheny Valley
and Pittsburgh # 7
Engine Number 7, ready to leave on the southbound train from
Dunkirk, NY in 1872. Built by Brooks in 1872 for the Warren
& Venango Railroad which was consolidated into the DAV&P that
year. |
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New York Central #
1102
Built by Brooks in 1901; Class G43a; Ex LS&MS 770; Ex NYC
5775; photo taken in Dunkirk, NY March 1938 |
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New York Central # 1107
Built by Brooks in 1902, Class G43c; Ex LS&MS 815; Ex NYC
5815; photo taken in Dunkirk, NY September 26, 1936 |
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Grand Central Station
# 1
Built by Rome in 1887. Originally Grand Central Station
1; later used on the NYC&HR; was Number 51 on the DAV&P roster,
September 1907. |
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For railroad enthusiasts, hobbyists, model builders, and others, nothing
beats high-quality photographic imagery. Besides his photograph collection,
Harold has extensive research material and all prints will be identified
as to location, date and other pertinent information, if known. To obtain
a list of railroad photographs, specify the line and any special requirements,
and send $1.00 plus a self-addressed, stamped envelope to the following
address:
Mr. Harold K. Vollrath
1000 West 97th Terrace
Kansas City, MO 64114
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