Trains & Railroads of the Past

04/07/2024

Shop our 2024 Firecracker sale now through July 8th for 15% off select White River Productions titles. Happy Independence Day, everyone!

https://shop.whiteriverproductions.com/collections/2024-firecracker-sale

15/05/2024

2nd QUARTER 2024: This issue features “Tower Memories on the Pennsylvania Railroad Middle Division” with vintage interior and exterior views of interlocking towers along PRR’s Harrisburg to Altoona main line, mostly in the Conrail era; “Horseshoe Curve to Gallitzin” features heavy mountain railroading in the Allegheny Mountains of central Pennsylvania; plus Mike Bednar reflects back 50 years to 1974 when the Anthracite roads battled the mighty Penn Central. All this and more in the 2nd Quarter 2024 issue of Trains & Railroads of the Past!

04/04/2024

This book from Mike Bednar features 77 color photos of Alcos in northeastern Pennsylvania during the 1960s and 1970s, in the autumn of their careers. LV, CNJ, Reading, D&H and more! You'll see everything from dependable Alco switchers serving local industries to quartets of roadswitchers on ore drags to big Century 628s climbing mountains with symbol freight tonnage.

This book from Mike Bednar features 77 color photos of Alcos in northeastern Pennsylvania during the 1960s and 1970s, in the autumn of their careers.

04/04/2024

The region collectively known as New England typically encompasses the following states, in alphabetical order: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont, covering almost 74,000 square miles. Boston is easily the largest New England city, with notable history, treasures, and links to the past such as the Boston Tea Party, the city in which the disposable safety razor was invented, the country’s first subway system, the place in which both the telephone and Tupperware were created and of course, the ominous Green Monster...

A fond look back at the colorful railroads, regionals, and short lines that once served New England in the late 20th century.

25/03/2024

"72-82: Western Pacific's Final Decade" is an uncommon look at the last independent years of an uncommon carrier. Conceived as a four-way collaboration between photographers Ted Benson, Dick Dorn, Dale Sanders and Dave Stanley, the book documents a significant chapter in the history of this beloved regional railroad with a portfolio of four diverse, yet complimentary viewpoints, all combining in a unique vision of the WP system. Order your copy today!

72-82, Western Pacific's Final Decade, is an uncommon look at the last independent years of an uncommon carrier.

22/03/2024

This beautiful all-color book features the Maine Central, Boston & Maine, Central Vermont, Bangor & Aroostook, Canadian Pacific's Vermont operations, and Conrail New England action. Photographic coverage from Maine to Massachusetts includes CV's Rocket" intermodal train, BAR's F3-powered road freight, CV/B&M run-throughs, CP's New England Alco fleet, and other surprises! The book is printed on heavy high-gloss paper which gives the photos a very crisp look and allows you to see all of the details! Order your copy today!

This beautiful all-color book features the Maine Central, Boston & Maine, Central Vermont, Bangor & Aroostook, Canadian Pacific's Vermont operations and Conrail New England action. Photographic coverage from Maine to Massachusetts includes CV's Rocket" intermodal train, BAR's F3-powered road...

22/03/2024

1st QUARTER 2024: This issue features “New England Nostalgia” with classic images of the Bangor & Aroostook, Boston & Maine, Maine Central, and Central Vermont; “Black Gold on the North Fork” that highlights the Denver & Rio Grande Western’s coal branch along the North Fork of the Gunnison River in western Colorado; plus Mike Bednar covers the events leading up to the Central Railroad of New Jersey’s decision to end operations in Pennsylvania in 1972. All this and more in the 1st Quarter 2024 issue of Trains & Railroads of the Past!

29/02/2024

While the American Locomotive Company ceased domestic production in 1969, many of their designs continue to enjoy productive careers to this day. These classic diesels have developed their own loyal fan following from coast to coast. Throttle up and enjoy this exciting collection of Alco articles from the pages of Railfan & Railroad Magazine!

While the American Locomotive Company (Alco) ceased domestic production in 1969, many of its designs continue to enjoy productive careers to this day. These classic diesels have developed their own loyal fan following from coast to coast. 100 pages, softcover.

22/12/2023

New Mexico, The Land of Enchantment, with its azure blue skies and rugged and barren terrain. Arizona, with its breathtaking scenery – towering mountaintops that nearly reach the heavens, the Petrified Forest near Holbrook and the smell of ponderosa pines throughout the Kaibab National Forest between Flagstaff and Williams...

In 1985, several friends discussed making a trip out west to photograph railroad action on the Rio Grande, Santa Fe, Union Pacific, and Southern Pacific.

20/12/2023

In Second Quarter 2023 (Issue No. 34), I talked about how Yardmaster Charlie Mullen told me that when things got tough at Packerton, Charlie would let “The Brothers” figure out an easy way to get the work done. After all, it would benefit all of the workers to work together to solve a problem. Everyone helped each other. In my opinion, this is one of the most valuable things Charlie taught me...

Looking back at a career in railroading spanning Lehigh Valley, Conrail, and Reading & Northern, and how great co-workers help get the job done.

18/12/2023

Frank Zappa has a little tune titled, “What’s New in Baltimore?” Well, the photos in this article aren’t exactly new, but they have been taken more recently than Gale Treiber’s vintage images you just enjoyed. Knowing Bill Kalkman’s extensive coverage of this city, I reached out to him to expand on what Gale presented...

Colorful railroad action in and around Baltimore, including main lines and short lines of the 1970s and 1980s, through the lens of Bill Kalkman.

15/12/2023

There is something special about the delivery of brand new motive power to a railroad. In the case of new short lines, it’s often celebrated as a new start for a small group of enthusiastic railroaders. For fans of larger roads, it might mean the transition out of a favored class of motive power, like when Metra’s fleet of venerable Burlington Northern’s E9’s were replaced by newer commuter power...

There is something special about the delivery of brand new motive power to a railroad. Enjoy this gallery of classic diesel deliveries!

12/12/2023

Greg Scholl will be missed.

Greg Scholl Video Productions was one of the last major independent producers from railroad video’s golden age still putting out programs.

12/12/2023

4th QUARTER 2023: This issue features Baltimore railroading in the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s; Diesel Deliveries showcasing the movement and delivery of motive power; plus Mike Bednar presents “The Brothers” showing how railroaders kept the trains moving on the Lehigh Valley even through times of financial difficulty. All this and more in the 4th Quarter 2023 issue of Trains & Railroads of the Past!

10/11/2023

Enjoy a guided tour of Illinois Central’s network of lines south of the Ohio River, from the 1960s to acquisition by Canadian National in 1999. From southern Illinois, through Kentucky, Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana, enjoy more than 200 color photos of freight and passenger trains, stations, towers, buildings, and people, plus detailed maps and schedules. It has 176 color pages... order today!

Enjoy a guided tour of Illinois Central's network of lines south of the Ohio River. 176 pages, all color photos of freight and passenger trains, stations, towers, buildings, and people, plus detailed maps and schedules.

10/11/2023

3rd QUARTER 2023: This issue features Burlington Northern through the lens of Carl Graves; the legendary electric-to-diesel locomotive exchange at South Amboy, N.J., featuring a Tuscan red five-stripe GG1 and a set of E-units; an Ektachrome adventure from the Southeast to the Northwest; a quick look at the upcoming Semiquincentennial; plus Mike Bednar presents “Precision Scheduled Railroading” as practiced by the Lehigh Valley and Delaware & Hudson Railroads in 1973! All this and more in the 3rd Quarter 2023 issue of Trains & Railroads of the Past!

14/07/2023

2nd QUARTER 2023: In this issue David Baer visits Wisconsin in 1992 just before Green Bay & Western and Fox River Valley were swallowed up by Wisconsin Central. Take a day trip to Pittsburgh in 1958 on the Beaver Falls commuter train, see the aftermath of a derailment on the street in St. Louis, plus Mike Bednar relates the duties of a Yardmaster, whose job was to shove two pounds of “sawdust” into a five-pound bag! All this and more in the 2nd Quarter 2023 issue of Trains & Railroads of the Past!

07/07/2023

Enjoy explosive discounts on your favorite books and overstock items July 4-9! Discount excludes subscriptions, memberships, and closeout items. Visit https://shop.whiteriverproductions.com

02/05/2023

In case you missed it...

Witness big-time Erie Lacakwanna action and meet the people who made it possible in the area surrounding Rutherford, New Jersey.

05/04/2023

CLOSE OUT SALE! Spanning a nearly 40-year period from 1948 to 1984, legendary photographer Robert P. Olmsted visited engine terminals and roundhouses from Ohio to Nebraska, including brief visits to Canada and Mexico. This new book showcases his rich black and white photography, featuring beautiful portraits of steam and diesel locomotives.

This new book showcases Robert P. Olmsted's rich black & white photography, featuring steam and diesel locomotives, engine terminals and roundhouses.

03/04/2023

Oops...Turns out we were the April Fools! You may have received an email from us a few days ago announcing our digital app is moving into Phase 2 of production. We were so excited to tell you about it that we made a mistake on our prices.

Thank you to our loyal customers who already took the plunge and signed up! All customers who purchased memberships at the higher rate will receive a refund shortly. We apologize for the confusion and appreciate your continued support!

Sign up today: https://shop.whiteriverproductions.com/pages/wrp-digital

Oops...Turns out we were the April Fools! You may have received an email from us a few days ago announcing our digital app is moving into Phase 2 of production. We were so excited to tell you about it that we made a mistake on our prices.

We listed the price as $9.99/month when it is in fact only $4.00/month! Purchase 3 or more memberships and receive a 10% discount.

Thank you to our loyal customers who already took the plunge and signed up! All customers who purchased memberships at the higher rate will receive a refund shortly. We apologize for the confusion and appreciate your continued support!

Sign up today: https://shop.whiteriverproductions.com/pages/wrp-digital

16/03/2023

Penn Central! It is hard to believe that a railroad who had Baldwins and Fairbanks-Morse diesels on their roster, assigned F-units to freight trains and sets of E-units to mail trains, used a fleet of big ALCO’s to haul ore trains to steel mills and maintained a class of vintage streamlined electrics was one of the most despised in history!

For all of Penn Central’s woes, it still was a very interesting railroad to photograph and experience. You had a good chance of catching interesting motive power and the many of the signals, towers and other goodies from the golden era of railroading.

15/03/2023

Trains & Railroads of the Past Magazine is THE place to go to see vintage rolling stock. In every issue we present a variety of freight cars that is sure to bring back great trackside memories. Here are a few examples from past issues…

In every issue of TRP we present a variety of vintage freight cars that is sure to bring back great trackside memories. Here are a few examples...