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 Post subject: The Cost of Labor | Constructing the Atglen & Susquehanna
PostPosted: Thu Apr 14, 2016 8:55 am 

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Dear group, Here is the link to a new post on the human story of constructing the former A&S branch, part of the PRR's fabled Low Grade. Enjoy!

Mike Froio

http://michaelfroio.com/blog/2016/4/12/the-cost-of-labor


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File comment: An excavation crew pauses with a rail mounted steam shovel that appears to be down for repairs. Steam shovels and air powered drills were initially utilized to excavate the right of way in Manor township as well as the deep cuts along the line to the east. Kline Collection, Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania, PMHC
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 Post subject: Re: The Cost of Labor | Constructing the Atglen & Susquehann
PostPosted: Thu Apr 14, 2016 11:07 am 

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As always, thanks for providing these!

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