Here is page one of a two-page camera study by H.B. Peterson entitled "Railroads Play Landlord For Ike's Inauguration." It was published originally in the April 1953 issue of "Trains & Travel" magazine, page 16. Left-Hand Photo Caption: "Stately steamer, Pennsy K-4 No. 5379, warmed up Pullmans turned hotel rooms in Kenilworth team track." Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #5379, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during June of 1924 and retired in April of 1958 after 34 years of faithful service. |
Date:
1/20/1953 |
Location:
Washington Union Station, DC |
Views:
226 |
Collection Of:
Thomas C. Ayers |
Locomotives: |
Author: Thomas C. Ayers
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Picture Categories: Yard,Steam,Passenger |
This picture is part of album: PRR: "Railroads Play Landlord" ~ January 1953 |