Trains June 2012

Cover Story: Locomotives for the Little Guys
By David Lustig
From steam to GE 70-tonners, it's all pulling power for shortline and regional railroads

The Rock Island is A-OK
By Jeffrey A. Harwell
David Donoley launched his own short line in an effort to save his former employer's line

Shortline Railroading Isn't Always Chicken Scratch
By Jim Wrinn
Gainesville Midland SD40 No. 10 keeps memories alive

Where Alcos Tough It Out
By Karl Zimmermann
Western New York & Pennsylvania's vintage diesels work former Erie and PRR trackage

The Kaolin Road
By Jim Wrinn
Sandersville Railroad digs clay, wood chips, and other freight in east-central Georgia

Map of the Month: Whatever Happened to Southern Pacific?
By Matt Van Hattem and Bill Metzger
'The Octopus' 43 years later

A 'Rare' Trackside Delivery
By F.K. Plous
Prime rib pickup on the platform at Galesburg, Ill.