by Conehead 94'
First off great book Mike and it was worth the wait. And from what little I know of the Lehigh Valley RR, accurate. You see I am just a "pup" and have very little practical experiance with the workings of the Valley or the people that work for it. However, having known some of these railroaders in the book I have asked them a few questions about the lines Mike has written about. They can attest that Mikes info is accurate and pretty much how it was for that time and a lot of other stories and happenings that shoudln't be written about to protect the innocent.
I feel that if you are a true LV fan both Bednar books are a must. And if a modelor you can't beat the different angles and variety.
As for any knocks on the book from me there are none. I especially liked the New York state part of the book for which I really didn't know much about. The section Mike had help from local LV railroad men and historians.
Keep up the good work.
As for the "robbing the dead" and making up captions that is very tacky. Be able to at least back up that statement, true all books have mistakes but that was uncalled for.
Extra: To Mike it was very nice to see a very young and stupid "Smokey" and Andy Raub in the cabbose. And as Andy would say to Mr. Pick "What are you simple!"
If you are a Valley fan get the book you won't be disappointed.
To Chico: The Stahleys miss you
I feel that if you are a true LV fan both Bednar books are a must. And if a modelor you can't beat the different angles and variety.
As for any knocks on the book from me there are none. I especially liked the New York state part of the book for which I really didn't know much about. The section Mike had help from local LV railroad men and historians.
Keep up the good work.
As for the "robbing the dead" and making up captions that is very tacky. Be able to at least back up that statement, true all books have mistakes but that was uncalled for.
Extra: To Mike it was very nice to see a very young and stupid "Smokey" and Andy Raub in the cabbose. And as Andy would say to Mr. Pick "What are you simple!"
If you are a Valley fan get the book you won't be disappointed.
To Chico: The Stahleys miss you