by Clayton M. Leister
Basically, I know a brief history of the Colebrookdale Railroad form Pottstown to Barto; however, I am lacking specifics such as dates. Can anyone offer or suggest a more detailed history of the line?
My Father, at 21, was clerk and telegrapher for Mr. Hersch in Barto. Daily, he boarded the milk train headed for Philadelphia to Boyertown where he worked with Claude Croll as telegrapher. Earl Keim was their runner delivering messages.
Unfortunately, those who could share detailed information are gone.
Thank you.
My Father, at 21, was clerk and telegrapher for Mr. Hersch in Barto. Daily, he boarded the milk train headed for Philadelphia to Boyertown where he worked with Claude Croll as telegrapher. Earl Keim was their runner delivering messages.
Unfortunately, those who could share detailed information are gone.
Thank you.