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"Steam Rules The New York & Long Branch," Page 46, 1955
Title:  "Steam Rules The New York & Long Branch," Page 46, 1955
Description:  Here is page six of a seven-page camera study entitled "Steam Rules The New York & Long Branch." It was published originally in the January 1955 issue of "Trains" magazine, page 46. Partial Caption: "On October 17, 1954, this drama occurred at Morgan as Pacifics 3884 and 3752 roared up the shore line of Raritan Bay with the gusto of old." Photo by Don Wood. Shown here (L to R) are Pennsylvania Railroad engines #3884 and #3752. Both are K-4S (4-8-2) "Pacifics" built in Juniata. #3884 was built in July of 1923 and retired in May of 1956, while #3752 was built in April of 1920 and retired in February of 1958.
Photo Date:  1/1/1955  Upload Date: 9/11/2019 2:32:38 AM
Location:  Morgan, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam,Signal,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 3884(4-6-2) PRR 3752(4-6-2)
Views:  487   Comments: 0
"Steam Rules The New York & Long Branch," Page 47, 1955
Title:  "Steam Rules The New York & Long Branch," Page 47, 1955
Description:  Here is page seven of a seven-page camera study entitled "Steam Rules The New York & Long Branch." It was published originally in the January 1955 issue of "Trains" magazine, page 47. Partial Caption: "On October 17, 1954, this drama occurred at Morgan as Pacifics 3884 and 3752 roared up the shore line of Raritan Bay with the gusto of old." Photo by Don Wood. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3752, a K-4S (4-8-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during April of 1920 and retired in February of 1958 after 38 years of faithful service.
Photo Date:  1/1/1955  Upload Date: 9/11/2019 2:40:06 AM
Location:  Morgan, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 3752(4-6-2)
Views:  377   Comments: 0
PRR K4s 3752
Title:  PRR K4s 3752
Description:  On the New York and Long Branch (NJCL) M. Pearlman photo.
Photo Date:  11/26/1955  Upload Date: 12/27/2008 8:05:30 AM
Location:  Morgan, NJ
Author:  Jim Gavin
Categories:  Steam,Passenger,Action
Locomotives:  PRR 3752(4-6-2)
Views:  964   Comments: 0
PRR 3752, K-4S, c. 1956
Title:  PRR 3752, K-4S, c. 1956
Description:  Wood. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by Dou Wood that was taken in South Amboy, New Jersey, perhaps in 1956. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3752, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during April of 1920 and retired in February of 1958 after 38 years of faithful service.
Photo Date:  4/16/1956  Upload Date: 9/29/2018 12:38:47 AM
Location:  South Amboy, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Station,Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 3752(4-6-2)
Views:  451   Comments: 0
PRR 3752, K-4S, c. 1956
Title:  PRR 3752, K-4S, c. 1956
Description:  Here is an image of a photo by Edward Kaspriske that was taken in South Amboy, New Jersey, c. 1956. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3752, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during April of 1920 and retired in April of 1958 after 38 years of faithful service. In this context, it's just departed the South Amboy station with a four-car passenger train bound for Bay Head Junction. Edward Kaspriske Collection.
Photo Date:  4/16/1956  Upload Date: 6/22/2023 8:34:16 AM
Location:  South Amboy, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Bridge,Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 3752(4-6-2)
Views:  220   Comments: 0
PRR 3752, K-4S, c. 1957
Title:  PRR 3752, K-4S, c. 1957
Description:  Blackhawk. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide via Fred Byerly that was taken in South Amboy, New Jersey, in June of 1957. Photo Caption: "Pennsylvania 4-6-2 No. 3752 at South Amboy, N.J." PRR engine #3752 is a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during April of 1920 and retired in February of 1958 after 38 years of service. This photo comes from a color slide set entitled "Memories Of Steam ~ Eastern Railroads" that's produced and distributed by Blackhawk Films of Davenport, Iowa (840-12). (#4,200)
Photo Date:  6/21/1957  Upload Date: 9/30/2018 12:42:13 PM
Location:  South Amboy, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 3752(4-6-2)
Views:  528   Comments: 0
PRR 3752, K-4S, 1957
Title:  PRR 3752, K-4S, 1957
Description:  Coal Power. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide by an unidentified photographer that was taken in Belmar, New Jersey, on 2 September 1957. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3752, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during April of 1920 and retired in February of 1958 after 38 years of faithful service. In this context, it's pulling an 11-car commuter train on the New York & Long Branch Line on a dreary and rainy day. From the R.R. Wallin Collection.
Photo Date:  9/2/1957  Upload Date: 9/26/2018 4:21:46 AM
Location:  Belmar, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Station,Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 3752(4-6-2)
Views:  483   Comments: 1
PRR 3752, K-4S, 1957
Title:  PRR 3752, K-4S, 1957
Description:  Here is a photo by J.S. Rice that was taken at the 46th Street Enginehouse in West Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, during December of 1957. Prominent here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3752, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during April of 1920 and retired in February of 1958 after 38 years of faithful service. Note that its main rods have been removed, so it's been prepared for movement to the recycling center. ("JpsPcc6992" A; #2 of 6)
Photo Date:  12/21/1957  Upload Date: 3/5/2021 11:25:35 PM
Location:  West Philadelphia, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 3752(4-6-2)
Views:  271   Comments: 0
PRR 3753, K-4S, 1934
Title:  PRR 3753, K-4S, 1934
Description:  Here is a photo by Max Miller that was taken in Atlantic City, New Jersey, on 18 October 1934. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3753, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during April of 1920 and retired in January of 1950 after 30 years of faithful service. Gary Mittner Collection.
Photo Date:  10/18/1934  Upload Date: 10/3/2022 8:00:42 PM
Location:  Atlantic City, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 3753(4-6-2)
Views:  247   Comments: 0
PRR 3754, K-4S, 1936
Title:  PRR 3754, K-4S, 1936
Description:  Here is a photo by James F. Byrne that was taken near Trenton, New Jersey, in 1936. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3754, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during April of 1920 and retired in January of 1949 after 29 years of faithful service. Gary Mittner Collection.
Photo Date:  8/15/1936  Upload Date: 11/24/2022 8:20:57 PM
Location:  Trenton, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 3754(4-6-2)
Views:  171   Comments: 0
"Modern Power For Today's Trains," Page 14, 1949
Title:  "Modern Power For Today's Trains," Page 14, 1949
Description:  Here is page 14 of a 22-page booklet published by the Pennsylvania Railroad entitled "Modern Power For Today's Trains." It was issued originally during July of 1949. Partial Caption: "Now largely replaced in main line service by newer Diesel-electric and steam locomotives, it continues to serve on secondary trains and in branch line service." Shown here is PRR engine #3755, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during April of 1920 and retired in October of 1958 after 38 years of service.
Photo Date:  7/1/1949  Upload Date: 12/26/2024 5:54:59 PM
Location:  Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 3755(4-6-2)
Views:  179   Comments: 0
PRR 3758, K-4S, 1941
Title:  PRR 3758, K-4S, 1941
Description:  Here is a photo by William E. Grant that was taken in Wilmington, Delaware, on 27 November 1941. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3758, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during April of 1920 and retired in April of 1950 after 30 years of faithful service. Gary Mittner Collection.
Photo Date:  11/27/1941  Upload Date: 8/3/2024 11:21:54 AM
Location:  Wilmington, DE
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 3758(4-6-2)
Views:  90   Comments: 0
"Pennsy Steam And Semaphores," Page 178, 1974
Title:  "Pennsy Steam And Semaphores," Page 178, 1974
Description:  Westing. Here is a photo that was published originally in Fred Westing's 1974 book entitled "Pennsy Steam And Semaphores," page 178. Partial Caption: "This was a publicity shot of the 'Broadway Limited' taken in September 1920, and shows the kind of engine Ollie Keller was driving at the time. Picture was taken at Cornwells, Pa., (now Cornwells Heights) opposite Michells Seed Gardens, and close to Cornwells interlocking tower, known as 'CO' and long since removed. Engine was No. 3758 of the K4s class built in 1920." Engine #3758 is a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during April of 1920 and retired in April of 1950 after 30 years of faithful service.
Photo Date:  1/1/1974  Upload Date: 1/13/2024 1:13:40 AM
Location:  Cornwells Heights, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 3758(4-6-2)
Views:  117   Comments: 0
PRR 4-6-2 #3759
Title:  PRR 4-6-2 #3759
Description:  Built by the PRR Juniata Shops in April of 1920 (serial #3712), this K-4s class 4-6-2 Pacific joined the ranks of the Pacifics that served as "standard" of passenger service locomotives. The loco lasted until being scrapped in February of 1956 after nearly 36 years of heavy use. J.R. Quinn photo.
Photo Date:  3/15/1945  Upload Date: 6/23/2020 5:52:32 AM
Location:  East St Louis, IL
Author:  Gary Everhart
Categories:  Roster,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 3759(4-6-2)
Views:  188   Comments: 0
PRR 4-6-2 #3761
Title:  PRR 4-6-2 #3761
Description:  Another Altoona K4s Pacific built in 4/1920. This was an October, 1968 reprint from the negative of photographer was C.W. Burns. The day in July, 1949 is approximate.
Photo Date:  7/1/1949  Upload Date: 9/26/2013 9:32:06 AM
Location:  Hammonton, NJ
Author:  Gary Everhart
Categories:  Roster,Steam,Action
Locomotives:  PRR 3761(4-6-2)
Views:  783   Comments: 0
PRR 3762, K-4S, c. 1952
Title:  PRR 3762, K-4S, c. 1952
Description:  Here is a photo of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3762, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during April of 1920 and retired in December of 1954 after 34 years of faithful service. The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. Gary Mittner Collection.
Photo Date:  2/2/1952  Upload Date: 9/18/2022 5:31:14 PM
Location:  Camden, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 3762(4-6-2)
Views:  308   Comments: 0
PRR 3762, K-4S, c. 1954
Title:  PRR 3762, K-4S, c. 1954
Description:  Mann. Here is a photo of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3762, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during April of 1920 and retired in December of 1954 after 34 years of service. The photographer's name and the date are not recorded. Many thanks to Mr. Robert Staples for identifying this location correctly. (Gift from Brad Mann.)
Photo Date:  2/2/1954  Upload Date: 6/11/2021 11:27:19 PM
Location:  Burlington, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Station,Steam,Signal,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 3762(4-6-2)
Views:  338   Comments: 1
PRR 3763, K-4S, 1949
Title:  PRR 3763, K-4S, 1949
Description:  FM. Here is an image of a photo by Fred McLeod that was taken near Gallitzin, Pennsylvania, on 9 October 1949. Shown here (R to L) is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3763 and a pair of Baldwin-built BP-60 "Centipedes" whose road numbers are not recorded. #3763 is a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during April of 1920 and retired in October of 1948 after 28 years of faithful service. In this context, these locomotives are pulling the "Gotham Limited" down the Allegheny Mountains to Altoona, whereupon the "Pacific" will be uncoupled and readied for another helper run up "The Mountain." This image comes from a B&W slide set entitled "Horseshoe Curve, Pennsylvania Railroad" that's produced and distributed by Blackhawk Films of Davenport, Iowa. William E. Burket Collection.
Photo Date:  10/9/1949  Upload Date: 7/4/2022 5:42:47 PM
Location:  Gallitzin, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 3763(4-6-2)
Views:  176   Comments: 0
"A Picture Study Of The K-4," Page 40, 1976
Title:  "A Picture Study Of The K-4," Page 40, 1976
Description:  Here is page 40 of a 40-page booklet published by Harry P. Albrecht entitled "A Picture Study Of The K-4." First issued in October 1967, revised in September 1976. All of the locomotives pictured here are Pennsylvania Railroad K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacifics" built in Juniata. At Left: #5238 was built during June of 1917 and retired in May of 1957. Center: #3764 was built during May of 1920 and retired in October of 1950. At Right: #5358 was built during March of 1924 and retired in August of 1956.
Photo Date:  9/22/1976  Upload Date: 4/11/2019 1:21:50 PM
Location:  Altoona, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 5238(4-6-2) PRR 3764(4-6-2) PRR 5358(4-6-2)
Views:  390   Comments: 0
PRR 3766, K-4S, c. 1936
Title:  PRR 3766, K-4S, c. 1936
Description:  Portraits 4. Here is a steam locomotive portrait via F.R. Kern. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3766, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during May of 1920 and retired in November of 1951 after 31 years of faithful service. Note that it still has two pairs of "claw-foot" marker lights. The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. (#29 of 40)
Photo Date:  10/2/1936  Upload Date: 3/1/2021 6:21:17 PM
Location:  Cleveland, OH
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 3766(4-6-2)
Views:  195   Comments: 0
PRR 3767, K-4S, c. 1946
Title:  PRR 3767, K-4S, c. 1946
Description:  Here is a photo via Rail Photo Service. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3767, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during May of 1920 and retired in September of 1955 after 35 years of faithful service. The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. John S. Fisher Collection; #11 of 26.
Photo Date:  8/15/1946  Upload Date: 6/2/2022 4:56:33 PM
Location:  Crestline, OH
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 3767(4-6-2)
Views:  161   Comments: 0
"Trains: Stories And Pictures," Front Cover, 1935
Title:  "Trains: Stories And Pictures," Front Cover, 1935
Description:  Here is the front cover of a 40-page book published by Louis T. Henderson entitled "Trains: A Children's Picture Book Of Trains And Stories About Them." It was issued originally by M.A. Donohue & Company during 1935. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3768, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during June of 1920, streamlined in 1936, and retired in October of 1953 after 33 years of faithful service. Wave to the Fireman!
Photo Date:  8/15/1935  Upload Date: 1/30/2025 10:42:32 PM
Location:  Philadelphia, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 3768(4-6-2)
Views:  80   Comments: 0
PRR 3768, K-4S, 1936
Title:  PRR 3768, K-4S, 1936
Description:  WB. Here is an image of an official photo that was taken in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on 16 April 1936. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3768, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during June of 1920, streamlined in 1936, and retired in October of 1953 after 33 years of faithful service. William E. Burket Collection.
Photo Date:  4/16/1936  Upload Date: 12/28/2024 9:39:36 AM
Location:  Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 3768(4-6-2)
Views:  126   Comments: 1
PRR 3768, K-4S, 1936
Title:  PRR 3768, K-4S, 1936
Description:  Portraits 4. Here is a steam locomotive portrait via Arthur B. Johnson that was taken in Cleveland, Ohio, on 2 October 1936. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3768, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during June of 1920, streamlined in 1936, and retired in October of 1953 after 33 years of faithful service. It's on display at the "Great Lakes Exposition," otherwise known as the 1936 World's Fair. (#30 of 40)
Photo Date:  10/2/1936  Upload Date: 3/1/2021 6:22:24 PM
Location:  Cleveland, OH
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 3768(4-6-2)
Views:  862   Comments: 0
PRR 3768, K-4S, 1936
Title:  PRR 3768, K-4S, 1936
Description:  WB. Here is an image of an official photo that was taken near Rockville, Pennsylvania, on 3 November 1936. Prominent here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3768, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during June of 1920, streamlined in 1936, and retired in October of 1953 after 33 years of faithful service. In this context, it's pulling a 13-car passenger train past ROCKVILLE Tower, and is about to cross the Rockville Bridge on its way to Altoona and points West. William E. Burket Collection.
Photo Date:  11/3/1936  Upload Date: 7/28/2022 11:16:41 AM
Location:  Rockville, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam,Signal,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 3768(4-6-2)
Views:  386   Comments: 0
PRR 3768, K-4S, 1936
Title:  PRR 3768, K-4S, 1936
Description:  TRB. Here is an original glass-negative official photo that was taken at the Rockville Bridge near Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, on 3 November 1936. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3768, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during June of 1920, streamlined in 1936, and retired in October of 1953 after 33 years of faithful service. In this context, it's pulling a 13-car passenger train past ROCKVILLE Tower, and is about to cross the Bridge on its way to Altoona and points West.
Photo Date:  11/3/1936  Upload Date: 4/14/2023 10:59:22 PM
Location:  Rockville, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 3768(4-6-2)
Views:  297   Comments: 0
PRR "Altoona Shops Inspection Trip," Back Cover & Page 1, 1937
Title:  PRR "Altoona Shops Inspection Trip," Back Cover & Page 1, 1937
Description:  Here are the Back Cover and page one of a 14-page pamphlet entitled "Altoona Shops Inspection Trip: Sunday, May 16 [1937]." It was published in advance of the Trip by the Pennsylvania Railroad. Back Cover, Top Photo: Pennsylvania Station in New York City. Back Cover, Middle Text: "Going" and "Returning" Timetables. Back Cover: Bottom Photo: PRR's Juniata Shops in Altoona. Page 1, Top Left Photo: Packet Boats on the Pennsylvania Main Line Canal. Page 1, Top Right Photo: "John Bull." Page 1, Bottom Left Photo: PRR engine #3768, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata in June of 1920, streamlined in 1936, and retired in October of 1953.
Photo Date:  5/16/1937  Upload Date: 4/25/2021 11:36:44 PM
Location:  Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR JOHNBULL(2-4-0) PRR 3768(4-6-2)
Views:  567   Comments: 0
PRR "Altoona Shops Inspection Trip," Pages 8-9, 1937
Title:  PRR "Altoona Shops Inspection Trip," Pages 8-9, 1937
Description:  Here are pages eight and nine of a 14-page pamphlet entitled "Altoona Shops Inspection Trip: Sunday, May 16 [1937]." It was published in advance of the Trip by the Pennsylvania Railroad. Here begins the section entitled "Approaching The Mountains."
Photo Date:  5/16/1937  Upload Date: 4/25/2021 11:42:59 PM
Location:  Altoona, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories: 
Locomotives:  PRR 3768(4-6-2)
Views:  331   Comments: 0
PRR 3768, K-4S, 1937
Title:  PRR 3768, K-4S, 1937
Description:  Portraits 10. Here is a steam locomotive portrait of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3768, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during June of 1920, streamlined in 1936, and retired in October of 1953 after 33 years of faithful service. The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. (#26 of 72)
Photo Date:  5/16/1937  Upload Date: 3/7/2023 8:08:18 PM
Location:  Harrisburg, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Station,Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 3768(4-6-2)
Views:  335   Comments: 0
PRR 3768, K-4S, 1937
Title:  PRR 3768, K-4S, 1937
Description:  Coal Power. A photo similar to this one was published in the September 1981 issue of "The Keystone," page 7. Photo Caption: "This amazing photograph was taken by Charles B. Chaney from the inspection car at the rear of the train pulled by K-5 No. 5699. Another section of the Inspection Trip is about to pull up and pass Chaney's train. This section was hauled by two K-4s locomotives, with No. 3768 in the lead." #3768 is a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during June of 1920 and retired in October of 1953 after 33 years of faithful service.
Photo Date:  5/16/1937  Upload Date: 2/5/2018 6:38:09 PM
Location:  Parkesburg, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Bridge,Steam,Signal,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 3768(4-6-2)
Views:  1497   Comments: 0
Teller, "Ready To Go," 1937
Title:  Teller, "Ready To Go," 1937
Description:  Here is the 12th of 32 color prints of calendar art works that were commissioned by the Pennsylvania Railroad from 1925 through 1958. Shown here is Grif Teller's painting entitled "Ready To Go." It was published originally in 1937. Depicted here (L to R) are Pennsylvania Railroad engines #3768 and #5344. Both are K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" steam locomotives built in Juniata. #3768 was constructed during June of 1920, streamlined in 1936, and retired in October of 1953. #5344 was built in May of 1918 and retired in October of 1955.
Photo Date:  8/15/1937  Upload Date: 1/26/2022 12:23:01 AM
Location:  Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 3768(4-6-2) PRR 5344(4-6-2)
Views:  539   Comments: 0
Teller, "Ready To Go," 1937
Title:  Teller, "Ready To Go," 1937
Description:  Here is the 12th of 33 color prints of calendar art works that were commissioned by the Pennsylvania Railroad from 1925 through 1958. Shown here is Grif Teller's painting entitled "Ready To Go." It was published originally in 1937. Depicted here (L to R) are Pennsylvania Railroad engines #3768 and #5344. Both are K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" steam locomotives built in Juniata. #3768 was constructed during June of 1920, streamlined in 1936, and retired in October of 1953. #5344 was built in May of 1918 and retired in October of 1955. In this painting, the locomotives are positioned under the East Altoona Coaling Tipple.
Photo Date:  8/15/1937  Upload Date: 12/26/2024 9:24:21 AM
Location:  Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 3768(4-6-2) PRR 5344(4-6-2)
Views:  213   Comments: 0
PRR 3847, K-4S, c. 1938
Title:  PRR 3847, K-4S, c. 1938
Description:  WB. Here is an image of an official photo of (L to R) Pennsylvania Railroad engines #3847, #4745, #4837, and #3768. #3847 is a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata in April of 1923, rebuilt by Lima with rotary cam poppet valves in 1939, and retired in November of 1953. #4745 is a P-5A(M) (2-C-2) built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works in March of 1935, rated at 3,750 horsepower, and retired in August of 1961. #4837 is a GG-1 (2-C-C-2) built in Juniata in July of 1935 and rated at 4,620 horsepower. And #3768 is a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata in June of 1920, streamlined in 1936, and retired in October of 1953. William E. Burket Collection.
Photo Date:  8/9/1938  Upload Date: 7/27/2022 10:40:56 PM
Location:  Philadelphia, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 3847(4-6-2) PRR 4745(Steeple Cab) PRR 4837(GG1) PRR 3768(4-6-2)
Views:  591   Comments: 0
PRR 3768, K-4S, c. 1938
Title:  PRR 3768, K-4S, c. 1938
Description:  Portraits 9. Here is a steam locomotive portrait of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3768 that was taken at Union Station in Englewood, Illinois, c. 1938. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3768, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during June of 1920, streamlined in 1936, and retired in October of 1953 after 33 years of faithful service. The photographer's name and the exact date are not recorded. (#11 of 14)
Photo Date:  8/9/1938  Upload Date: 1/1/2022 9:09:49 PM
Location:  Englewood, IL
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Station,Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 3768(4-6-2)
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PRR 3768, K-4S, c. 1938
Title:  PRR 3768, K-4S, c. 1938
Description:  Coal Power. Here is a duplicate 35mm B&W slide by an unidentified photographer that was taken near the Passenger Station in Altoona, Pennsylvania, c. 1938. Shown here (L to R) are Pennsylvania Railroad engines #3768, #4046, and a pair of "I" Class (2-10-0) "Decapods" whose road numbers are not recorded. #3768 is a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during June of 1920 and retired in October of 1953. #4046 is a B-6SB (0-6-0) switcher built in February of 1924 and retired in August of 1950. In this context, the "Pacific" is departing the Station with a passenger train, the switcher awaits its next assignment, while the "Decapods" are powering a freight train up the Allegheny Mountains to Gallitzin and points West. Partially visible in the background are some of the PRR's 12th Street Car Shops. It's classic Altoona railroadin'!
Photo Date:  8/9/1938  Upload Date: 7/10/2022 5:37:17 PM
Location:  Altoona, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Station,Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 3768(4-6-2) PRR 4046(0-6-0)
Views:  490   Comments: 0
PRR "When West Meets East," Front Cover, 1939
Title:  PRR "When West Meets East," Front Cover, 1939
Description:  Here is the front cover of a 14-page booklet entitled "When West Meets East." It was published by the Pennsylvania Railroad for distribution at the Golden Gate International Exposition that was held in San Francisco, California, during 1939-1940. Depicted here is PRR engine #3768, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during June of 1920, streamlined in 1936, and retired in October of 1953 after 33 years of faithful service.
Photo Date:  4/16/1939  Upload Date: 6/18/2022 7:55:24 AM
Location:  San Francisco, CA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 3768(4-6-2)
Views:  391   Comments: 0
PRR "Modern Locomotives And Cars: 1939," Front Cover
Title:  PRR "Modern Locomotives And Cars: 1939," Front Cover
Description:  Here is the front cover of a 30-page booklet published by the Pennsylvania Railroad entitled "Modern Locomotives And Cars: 1939." Depicted here is PRR engine #3768, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during June of 1920, streamlined in 1936, and retired in October of 1953 after 33 years of faithful service.
Photo Date:  7/1/1939  Upload Date: 7/11/2020 12:53:03 PM
Location:  Philadelphia, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 3768(4-6-2)
Views:  424   Comments: 0
PRR "Modern Locomotives And Cars: 1939," Page 8
Title:  PRR "Modern Locomotives And Cars: 1939," Page 8
Description:  Here is page eight of a 30-page booklet published by the Pennsylvania Railroad entitled "Modern Locomotives And Cars: 1939." Depicted here are PRR engines #5495 and #3768. Both are K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacifics" built in Juniata. Engine #5495 was built during February of 1928 and retired im April of 1956. Engine #3768 was built in June of 1920, streamlined in 1936, and retired in October of 1953.
Photo Date:  7/1/1939  Upload Date: 7/11/2020 1:06:06 PM
Location:  Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 5495(4-6-2) PRR 3768(4-6-2)
Views:  840   Comments: 0
PRR 3768, K-4S, c. 1939
Title:  PRR 3768, K-4S, c. 1939
Description:  WB. Here is an image of a photo by an unidentified photographer that was taken in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, c. 1939. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3768, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during June of 1920, streamlined in 1936, and retired in October of 1953 after 33 years of faithful service. Partially visible in the background is Philly's distinctive "High Line." William E. Burket Collection.
Photo Date:  8/9/1939  Upload Date: 7/23/2022 11:00:35 AM
Location:  Philadelphia, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Bridge,Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 3768(4-6-2)
Views:  427   Comments: 0
PRR 3768, K-4S, 1939
Title:  PRR 3768, K-4S, 1939
Description:  WB. Here is an image of a photo by an unidentified photographer that was taken in Flushing, New York, in 1939. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3768, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during June of 1920, streamlined in 1936, and retired in October of 1953 after 33 years of faithful service. It's on display at the New York World's Fair. Note the "Futura" lettering and the five-stripe design on the tender. William E. Burket Collection.
Photo Date:  8/15/1939  Upload Date: 7/23/2022 10:59:29 AM
Location:  Flushing, NY
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 3768(4-6-2)
Views:  318   Comments: 0
PRR 3768, K-4S, c. 1939
Title:  PRR 3768, K-4S, c. 1939
Description:  Here is an original photo by an unidentified photographer of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3768, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during June of 1920, streamlined in 1936, and retired in October of 1953 after 33 years of faithful service. According to Mr. Jim Boylan, #3768 is performing in "Railroads On Parade" at the 1939-40 World's Fair in Flushing, Queens County, New York. Roy Healey Collection; #27 of 40.
Photo Date:  8/15/1939  Upload Date: 3/17/2018 10:12:16 PM
Location:  Flushing, NY
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 3768(4-6-2)
Views:  1313   Comments: 1
PRR 3768, K-4S, 1940
Title:  PRR 3768, K-4S, 1940
Description:  Here is a photo by an unidentified photographer that was taken in East St. Louis, Missouri, on 15 January 1940. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3768, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during June of 1920, streamlined in 1936, and retired in October of 1953 after 33 years of faithful service. Henry C. Westenberger Collection; #21 of 30.
Photo Date:  1/15/1940  Upload Date: 8/3/2018 2:00:06 AM
Location:  East St. Louis, MO
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 3768(4-6-2)
Views:  1149   Comments: 0
"Railroad" Magazine, February 1941
Title:  "Railroad" Magazine, February 1941
Description:  Here are two photos taken by unidentified photographers that were published originally in the February 1941 issue of "Railroad" magazine, page 20. Partial Caption: "The Pennsylvania's first experiments with smoke-lifters did not enhance the appearance of its K5 engine Number 5698, but they did pave the way for the stack treatments of the 3768." Pictured in the lower photo is #5698, a K-5 (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during 1929 and retired in October of 1952. Shown in the upper photo is #3768, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during June of 1920, streamlined in 1936, and retired in October of 1953.
Photo Date:  2/1/1941  Upload Date: 2/16/2018 3:15:12 AM
Location:  Rockville, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 3768(4-6-2) PRR 5698(4-6-2)
Views:  1002   Comments: 0
"Railroad" Magazine, April 1941
Title:  "Railroad" Magazine, April 1941
Description:  Here is a photo taken by an unidentified photographer that was published originally in the April 1941 issue of "Railroad" magazine, page 50. Partial Caption: "The Pennsylvania's streamlined 3768 is turned at Harrisburg, Pa." #3768 is a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during June of 1920, streamlined in 1936, and retired in October of 1953 after 33 years of faithful service.
Photo Date:  4/1/1941  Upload Date: 2/16/2018 3:19:55 AM
Location:  Harrisburg, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 3768(4-6-2)
Views:  735   Comments: 0
"Trains" Magazine, January 1942
Title:  "Trains" Magazine, January 1942
Description:  Here is a photo by an unidentified photographer that was published originally in the January 1942 issue of "Trains" magazine, page 3. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3768, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata in June of 1920, streamlined in 1936, and retired in October of 1953 after 33 years' service. In this context, it's part of "Railroads On Parade" at the 1939-40 World's Fair in Queens, New York.
Photo Date:  1/1/1942  Upload Date: 10/13/2019 8:03:14 AM
Location:  Flushing, NY
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 3768(4-6-2)
Views:  581   Comments: 0
PRR 3768, K-4S, c. 1946
Title:  PRR 3768, K-4S, c. 1946
Description:  Here is a photo from the Cornwall-Martin Collection via Rail Photo Service. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3768, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during June of 1920, streamlined in 1936, and retired in October of 1953 after 33 years of faithful service. The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. John S. Fisher Collection; #12 of 26.
Photo Date:  8/15/1946  Upload Date: 6/3/2022 11:58:33 AM
Location:  Alton, OH
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Station,Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 3768(4-6-2)
Views:  307   Comments: 0
"The Pennsylvania Railroad In Altoona," Page 20, 1949
Title:  "The Pennsylvania Railroad In Altoona," Page 20, 1949
Description:  Here is page seven of an 18-page article entitled "The Pennsylvania Railroad In Altoona: 1849-1949." It was published originally in the "Altoona Centennial Booklet" dated August of 1949, page 20. Top Photo Caption: "First locomotive built in Altoona P.R.R. Shops in 1866." Shown here is PRR engine #142, a Class D (4-4-0) "American" built in the Altoona Machine Shops during December of 1866, sold to the Belvedere & Delaware and renumbered "3001" in June of 1882, and retired in August of 1888. Bottom Photo Caption: "The first streamlined locomotive on the Pennsylvania Railroad and built in the Altoona Works." Prominent here is PRR engine #3768, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during June of 1920, streamlined in 1936, and retired in October of 1953.
Photo Date:  8/7/1949  Upload Date: 12/5/2022 6:06:22 AM
Location:  Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 142(4-4-0) PRR 3768(4-6-2)
Views:  433   Comments: 0
PRR 3768, K-4S, 1950
Title:  PRR 3768, K-4S, 1950
Description:  Here is a photo by an unidentified photographer that was taken at the 46th Street Enginehouse in West Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on 15 January 1950. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3768, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during June of 1920, streamlined in 1936, and retired in October of 1953 after 33 years of faithful service. Henry C. Westenberger Collection; #22 of 30.
Photo Date:  1/15/1950  Upload Date: 8/6/2018 11:53:51 AM
Location:  West Philadelphia, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 3768(4-6-2)
Views:  889   Comments: 0
PRR 3768, K-4S, 1953
Title:  PRR 3768, K-4S, 1953
Description:  Kern. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by Fred R. Kern that was taken in Camden, New Jersey, on 23 August 1953. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3768, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during June of 1920, streamlined in 1936, and retired in October of 1953 after 33 years of faithful service.
Photo Date:  8/23/1953  Upload Date: 2/26/2021 9:04:59 PM
Location:  Camden, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 3768(4-6-2)
Views:  645   Comments: 0


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