by Freshwater Models
Hello,
Though I am new to this forum I have been a long time fan of the A&A having my first ride in 1963 in the cab of #18 with the fireman giving me a chance to stoke the fire! Over the years I have ridden the train on occassion and have explored the buildings and right of way.
As a model maker, I am interested in building a model of what some call the "sand house". To me this is a water tank with sand facility and speeder sheds attached. I have taken some pictures and measurements but still am in persuit of information on this interesting structure. I may end up producing an O and/or HO scale kit for this structure.
Does anyone have any info on the history of this building? When was it built? Did it exist in early A&A history(during narrow gauge era)? When were the two additions built/added. I am especially interested in if it was ever painted and if so what color? What happened to the water tank from inside the structure?
Inquiring minds want to know! Any insight would be much appreciated!
Though I am new to this forum I have been a long time fan of the A&A having my first ride in 1963 in the cab of #18 with the fireman giving me a chance to stoke the fire! Over the years I have ridden the train on occassion and have explored the buildings and right of way.
As a model maker, I am interested in building a model of what some call the "sand house". To me this is a water tank with sand facility and speeder sheds attached. I have taken some pictures and measurements but still am in persuit of information on this interesting structure. I may end up producing an O and/or HO scale kit for this structure.
Does anyone have any info on the history of this building? When was it built? Did it exist in early A&A history(during narrow gauge era)? When were the two additions built/added. I am especially interested in if it was ever painted and if so what color? What happened to the water tank from inside the structure?
Inquiring minds want to know! Any insight would be much appreciated!