Hi- I am a writer doing an artilce on the 1355 engine in Pensacola FL. I am interested in talking with anyone who knows the history of that engine or anything about it. If you can help me and would be willing to talk to me, please contact me via email at kellystone@kellylstone.com. I will be happy to cite your information in the body of the article for credit purposes. Thank you!}
Microsoft Live map view from the air of slsf1355 in Pensacola, Fl click the links below. be patient - while loading - it will take you there. If you do not have Micorsoft Virtual Earth 3D loaded, it will ask you to do so. It should take you to the link, if not, re click on these link after you install it. http://maps.live.com/default.aspx?v...812659561412&phscl=3.01995172040202&encType=1
see photos of 4018 in Birmingham on my thread in "Steam, 2-8-2 Mikado". Located at Sloss Furnace (now a museum/park type set-up.) Can be seen through the fence from 32nd St N.
The Pensacola News-Journal reports that the city and a local school are working together to repaint the 1355: Fresh Coat for Frisco
Let's just hope they didn't buy any more silver or white paint than necessary for the lettering! I'm waiting with some trepidation for photos of the final result, though bless 'em for caring enough to do it. Gordon
Re: SLSF 1355 2-8-2 -1998 Please tell me that isn't pigeon poop that is staining the sides of the engine and tender.
Manny, judging from the captions and the visual evidence, that very well may be hail damage to the paint. I don't think that pigeons are that acrobatic in their flying skills. Best Regards,
There are a few things I could nit-pick, but at least she's painted and still all there. Best of all, no whitewalls!
She looks good to me. At least, looks as if most of the pieces are still intact. My blessings to those who show that a piece of history deserves some recognition. More than likely those doing the work never saw her in real life.
