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PRR 830, K-4S, 1954
Title:  PRR 830, K-4S, 1954
Description:  Wood. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide (converted to B&W) of a photo by Don Wood that was taken in Morgan, New Jersey, in September of 1954. Shown here (F to R) are Pennsylvania Railroad engines #830 and #1983. Both are K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacifics" built in Juniata. #830 was built in July of 1917 and retired in April of 1958, while #1983 was built in March of 1918 and retired in December of 1955. Mr. Woods' Caption: "Engines 830 and 1983 have just crossed Cheesequake Creek bridge at Morgan Station on the last leg of the journey from Bay Head to South Amboy. Train is No. 782." Produced and distributed by Audio-Visual Designs; 47825C. (SPM)
Photo Date:  9/22/1954  Upload Date: 1/30/2019 2:27:06 AM
Location:  Morgan, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Bridge,Station,Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 830(4-6-2) PRR 1983(4-6-2)
Views:  500   Comments: 1
PRR 830, K-4S, 1955
Title:  PRR 830, K-4S, 1955
Description:  Chione. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide via Al Chione that was taken in South Amboy, New Jersey, in July of 1955. The photographer is not identified. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #830, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in April of 1958 after 41 years of faithful service.
Photo Date:  7/7/1955  Upload Date: 1/6/2019 12:42:53 AM
Location:  South Amboy, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Station,Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 830(4-6-2)
Views:  589   Comments: 1
PRR 830, K-4S, c. 1956
Title:  PRR 830, K-4S, c. 1956
Description:  Chione. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide via Al Chione. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #830, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in April of 1958 after 41 years of faithful service. The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded.
Photo Date:  5/20/1956  Upload Date: 11/2/2023 7:15:49 AM
Location:  Bay Head Junction, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 830(4-6-2)
Views:  68   Comments: 0
PRR 830, K-4S, 1956
Title:  PRR 830, K-4S, 1956
Description:  Coal Power. Here is an original photo by an unidentified photographer that was taken in Bay Head Junction, New Jersey, on 20 May 1956. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #830, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during 1917 and retired in April of 1958 after 41 years of faithful service.
Photo Date:  5/20/1956  Upload Date: 8/28/2018 1:38:17 AM
Location:  Bay Head Junction, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 830(4-6-2)
Views:  324   Comments: 0
PRR 830, K-4S, 1956
Title:  PRR 830, K-4S, 1956
Description:  Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide via Al Chione that was taken in Monmouth Park, New Jersey, on 9 June 1956. The photographer is not identified. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #830, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in April of 1958 after 41 years of faithful service. ("LouisFols"; #9 of 21)
Photo Date:  6/9/1956  Upload Date: 5/28/2020 9:25:36 AM
Location:  Monmouth Beach, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 830(4-6-2)
Views:  223   Comments: 0
PRR 830, K-4S, c. 1956
Title:  PRR 830, K-4S, c. 1956
Description:  Chione. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide via Al Chione. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #830, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in April of 1958 after 41 years of faithful service. Note the well-polished bell! The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded.
Photo Date:  6/9/1956  Upload Date: 1/26/2021 7:09:53 AM
Location:  Monmouth Beach, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 830(4-6-2)
Views:  219   Comments: 0
PRR 830, K-4S, 1956
Title:  PRR 830, K-4S, 1956
Description:  Bowers. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by Nelson Bowers that was taken during a railfan excursion in Bay Head Junction, New Jersey, on 16 June 1956. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #830, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during 1917 and retired in April of 1958. Visible on the right is a portion of PRR engine #5883, an EP-20 built by GM-EMD in April of 1949 and rated at 2,000 horsepower.
Photo Date:  6/16/1956  Upload Date: 7/21/2018 10:50:16 PM
Location:  Bay Head Junction, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 830(4-6-2) PRR 5883(E7A)
Views:  535   Comments: 0
PRR 830, K-4S, #1 of 2, 1956
Title:  PRR 830, K-4S, #1 of 2, 1956
Description:  Here is the first of two identical (but cropped) images of a photo by Edward Kaspriske taken in Bay Head Junction, New Jersey, in 1956. Prominent here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #830, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in April of 1958 after 41 years of service. Edward Kaspriske Collection.
Photo Date:  8/15/1956  Upload Date: 6/20/2023 1:08:41 PM
Location:  Bay Head Junction, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 830(4-6-2)
Views:  80   Comments: 0
PRR 830, K-4S, #2 of 2, 1956
Title:  PRR 830, K-4S, #2 of 2, 1956
Description:  Here is the second of two identical (but cropped) images of a photo by Edward Kaspriske that was taken in Bay Head Junction, New Jersey, in 1956. Shown here (R to L) are Pennsylvania Railroad engines #830 and #5783. #830 is a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in April of 1958. #5783 is a BP-20 constructed by the Baldwin Locomotive Works in November of 1948, rated at 2,000 horsepower, and retired in November of 1964. Edward Kaspriske Collection.
Photo Date:  8/15/1956  Upload Date: 6/20/2023 1:09:10 PM
Location:  Bay Head Junction, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 830(4-6-2) PRR 5783(DR6-4-2000)
Views:  95   Comments: 0
PRR 830, K-4S, c. 1956
Title:  PRR 830, K-4S, c. 1956
Description:  Swartz. Here is a photo by William A. Swartz. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #830, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in April of 1958 after 41 years of faithful service. The exact date and the location are not recorded. (#6 of 8)
Photo Date:  8/15/1956  Upload Date: 9/9/2021 1:42:10 PM
Location:  Camden, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 830(4-6-2)
Views:  123   Comments: 0
PRR 830, K-4S, c. 1956
Title:  PRR 830, K-4S, c. 1956
Description:  Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide showing Pennsylvania Railroad engine #830 and another locomotive whose number is not recorded. Both are K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacifics." #830 was built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in April of 1958 after 41 years of faithful service. The photographer's name, the date, and the location are not recorded. ("Tchowee"; #1 of 13)
Photo Date:  8/15/1956  Upload Date: 5/1/2020 4:12:41 PM
Location:  South Amboy, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 830(4-6-2)
Views:  441   Comments: 0
PRR 830, K-4S, #3 of 3, c. 1957
Title:  PRR 830, K-4S, #3 of 3, c. 1957
Description:  Here is the third of three original photos by Douglas C. Jones that were taken at the Coaling Tipple in East Altoona, Pennsylvania, c. 1957. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #830, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in April of 1958 after 41 years of faithful service.
Photo Date:  2/2/1957  Upload Date: 7/26/2021 4:10:54 PM
Location:  Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Winter,Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 830(4-6-2)
Views:  115   Comments: 0
PRR 830, K-4S, #2 of 3, c. 1957
Title:  PRR 830, K-4S, #2 of 3, c. 1957
Description:  Here is the second of three original photos by Douglas C. Jones that were taken at the Coaling Tipple in East Altoona, Pennsylvania, c. 1957. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #830, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in April of 1958 after 41 years of faithful service.
Photo Date:  2/2/1957  Upload Date: 7/26/2021 4:09:41 PM
Location:  Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Winter,Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 830(4-6-2)
Views:  164   Comments: 0
PRR 830, K-4S, #1 of 3, c. 1957
Title:  PRR 830, K-4S, #1 of 3, c. 1957
Description:  Here is the first of three original photos by Douglas C. Jones that were taken at the Coaling Tipple in East Altoona, Pennsylvania, c. 1957. Shown here is the front end of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #830, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in April of 1958. Partially visible at the right is engine #6831, an M-1 (4-8-2) "Mountain" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works during September of 1926 and retired in August of 1955.
Photo Date:  2/2/1957  Upload Date: 7/26/2021 11:50:42 AM
Location:  Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Winter,Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 830(4-6-2) PRR 6831(4-8-2)
Views:  189   Comments: 0
PRR 830, K-4S, #1 of 3, 1957
Title:  PRR 830, K-4S, #1 of 3, 1957
Description:  Meadows. Here is the first of three successive duplicate 35mm color slides via Al Chione that were taken at the Pennsylvania Railroad's Engine House at Meadows Yard near Kearny, New Jersey, on 19 September 1953. Shown here is PRR engine #830, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in April of 1958 after 41 years of faithful service. The names of the photographer and the railroader at the left are not recorded. ("Stoneborobranch"; #20 of 32)
Photo Date:  2/12/1957  Upload Date: 9/23/2020 7:07:10 AM
Location:  Kearny, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 830(4-6-2)
Views:  218   Comments: 0
PRR 830, K-4S, #2 of 3, 1957
Title:  PRR 830, K-4S, #2 of 3, 1957
Description:  Meadows. Here is the second of three successive duplicate 35mm color slides via Al Chione that were taken at the Pennsylvania Railroad's Engine House at Meadows Yard near Kearny, New Jersey, on 19 September 1953. Shown here is PRR engine #830, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in April of 1958 after 41 years of faithful service. The names of the photographer and the railroader at the left are not recorded. ("Stoneborobranch"; #21 of 32)
Photo Date:  2/12/1957  Upload Date: 9/23/2020 7:08:19 AM
Location:  Kearny, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 830(4-6-2)
Views:  278   Comments: 0
PRR 830, K-4S, #3 of 3, 1957
Title:  PRR 830, K-4S, #3 of 3, 1957
Description:  Meadows. Here is the third of three successive duplicate 35mm color slides via Al Chione that were taken at the Pennsylvania Railroad's Engine Service Tracks at Meadows Yard near Kearny, New Jersey, on 19 September 1953. The photographer is not identified. Shown here is PRR engine #830, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in April of 1958 after 41 years of faithful service. ("Stoneborobranch"; #22 of 32)
Photo Date:  2/12/1957  Upload Date: 9/23/2020 7:09:23 AM
Location:  Kearny, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 830(4-6-2)
Views:  217   Comments: 0
PRR 830, K-4S, 1957
Title:  PRR 830, K-4S, 1957
Description:  Chione. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide via Al Chione that was taken in Belmar, New Jersey, on 4 July 1957. The photographer is not identified. Shown here (R to L) are Pennsylvania Railroad engines #830 and another "Pacific" whose number is not recorded. #830 is a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in April of 1958 after 41 years of faithful service.
Photo Date:  7/4/1957  Upload Date: 9/1/2018 10:02:34 AM
Location:  Belmar, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 830(4-6-2)
Views:  433   Comments: 0
PRR 830, K-4S, 1957
Title:  PRR 830, K-4S, 1957
Description:  Chione. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide via Al Chione that was taken in South Amboy, New Jersey, on 27 August 1957. The photographer is not identified. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #830, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in April of 1958 after 41 years of faithful service. Partially visible in the background is PRR engine #5643, an AS-10 switcher built by the American Locomotive Company in March of 1950 , rated at 1,000 horsepower, and retired in May of 1965 after just 15 years of service.
Photo Date:  8/27/1957  Upload Date: 1/1/2019 10:17:12 PM
Location:  South Amboy, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 830(4-6-2) PRR 5643(S2)
Views:  591   Comments: 1
PRR 830, K-4S, 1957
Title:  PRR 830, K-4S, 1957
Description:  Coal Power. Here is an original 35mm color slide by an unidentified photographer that was taken in South Amboy, New Jersey, on 28 August 1957. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #830, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in April of 1958 after 41 years of faithful service. It's poised for another run to Bay Head Junction.
Photo Date:  8/28/1957  Upload Date: 2/8/2020 1:25:23 AM
Location:  South Amboy, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 830(4-6-2)
Views:  364   Comments: 0
PRR 830, K-4S, 1958
Title:  PRR 830, K-4S, 1958
Description:  Burkey. Here is a photo by an unidentified photographer that was taken at the 46th Street Enginehouse in West Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on 30 July 1958. Prominent here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #830, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in April of 1958 after 41 years of faithful service. Note that its smokebox keystone, builder's badge, and main rods have been removed in preparation for movement to the Recycling Center. (#17 of 25)
Photo Date:  7/30/1958  Upload Date: 11/13/2021 7:31:44 AM
Location:  West Philadelphia, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 830(4-6-2)
Views:  168   Comments: 0
"Second Engine 28," Page 50, 1975
Title:  "Second Engine 28," Page 50, 1975
Description:  Here is page nine of a ten-page cover article by John R. Crosby entitled "Second Engine 28: Three Fingers Down On The Rump Meant 3 Minutes Late." It was published originally in the March 1975 issue of "Trains" magazine, page 50. Shown here is an in-cab view of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #830, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in April of 1958 after 41 years of faithful service. Photo taken in by Don Wood in South Amboy, New Jersey.
Photo Date:  3/1/1975  Upload Date: 9/30/2022 8:01:09 AM
Location:  Warsaw, IN
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  InCab,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 830(4-6-2)
Views:  86   Comments: 0
"A Picture Study Of The K-4," Page 32, 1976
Title:  "A Picture Study Of The K-4," Page 32, 1976
Description:  Here is page 32 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. Section Caption: "Some Modifications." Both of the locomotives pictured here are Pennsylvania Railroad K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacifics" built in Juniata. Top Photo: #3755 was built during April of 1920 and retired in October of 1958. Bottom Photo: #837 was built during June of 1918 and retired in October of 1950.
Photo Date:  9/22/1976  Upload Date: 4/9/2019 7:03:04 AM
Location:  Altoona, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 3755(4-6-2) PRR 837(4-6-2)
Views:  301   Comments: 0
PRR 920, K-4S, c. 1938
Title:  PRR 920, K-4S, c. 1938
Description:  Mann. Here is a photo of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #920, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in 1959 after 42 years of faithful service. The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. (Gift from Brad Mann.)
Photo Date:  8/9/1938  Upload Date: 4/21/2021 7:50:38 AM
Location:  Bay Head Junction, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 920(4-6-2)
Views:  328   Comments: 0
PRR 920, K-4S, c. 1953
Title:  PRR 920, K-4S, c. 1953
Description:  Coal Power. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #920, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in 1959 after 42 years of faithful service. The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. Got smoke?
Photo Date:  8/15/1953  Upload Date: 4/13/2024 9:54:39 PM
Location:  South Amboy, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 920(4-6-2)
Views:  19   Comments: 0
PRR Westbound Freight, c. 1954
Title:  PRR Westbound Freight, c. 1954
Description:  Wood. Here is an image of a photo by Don Wood that was taken near Duncannon, Pennsylvania, c. 1954. Prominent here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6738, an M-1B (4-8-2) "Mountain" built as an M-1A by the Baldwin Locomotive Works during June of 1930, rebuilt in Juniata as an M-1B in October of 1948, and retired in September of 1959. Also visible to the right is PRR engine #920, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata in July of 1917 and retired in 1959. This freight train has just departed the Enola Yards for Altoona while paralleling the left-to-right-flowing Susquehanna River on a brisk Winter's afternoon. Edward Kaspriske Collection.
Photo Date:  12/21/1954  Upload Date: 6/24/2023 11:07:45 PM
Location:  Duncannon, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Winter,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 6738(4-8-2) PRR 920(4-6-2)
Views:  143   Comments: 0
PRR 920, K-4S, c. 1955
Title:  PRR 920, K-4S, c. 1955
Description:  Here is an image of a photo by an unidentified photographer that was taken near Rahway, New Jersey, c. 1955. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #920, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in 1959 after 42 years of faithful service. In this context, it's pulling a passenger train bound for South Amboy. The road number of the Baldwin-built diesel-electric switcher pictured at the far left is not recorded. Edward Kaspriske Collection.
Photo Date:  8/15/1955  Upload Date: 6/16/2023 11:38:34 AM
Location:  Rahway, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 920(4-6-2)
Views:  75   Comments: 0
PRR 920, K-4S, c. 1956
Title:  PRR 920, K-4S, c. 1956
Description:  Wood. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by Don Wood that was taken in South Amboy, New Jersey, perhaps in 1956. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #920, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in 1959 after 42 years of faithful service.
Photo Date:  4/15/1956  Upload Date: 9/29/2018 12:37:07 AM
Location:  South Amboy, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 920(4-6-2)
Views:  451   Comments: 1
PRR 920, K-4S, 1956
Title:  PRR 920, K-4S, 1956
Description:  Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by John Dziobko, Jr., that was taken in Elizabeth, New Jersey, on 23 April 1956. Shown here (L to R) are Pennsylvania Railroad engines #920 and an unidentified GG-1 electric locomotive. #920 is a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in 1959 after 42 years of faithful service. ("Stoneborobranch"; #19 of 28)
Photo Date:  4/23/1956  Upload Date: 10/19/2020 7:58:01 AM
Location:  Elizabeth, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 920(4-6-2)
Views:  231   Comments: 2
PRR 920, K-4S, 1956
Title:  PRR 920, K-4S, 1956
Description:  Coal Power. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide by an unidentified photographer that was taken in South Amboy, New Jersey, in 1956. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #920, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in 1959 after 42 years of faithful service.
Photo Date:  12/5/1956  Upload Date: 3/3/2019 3:14:12 AM
Location:  South Amboy, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 920(4-6-2)
Views:  237   Comments: 0
PRR 2897, H-9S, 1957
Title:  PRR 2897, H-9S, 1957
Description:  Blackhawk. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by William K. Viekman that was taken in Camden, New Jersey, in 1957. Photo Caption: "Pennsylvania K-4's Nos. 920 and 3747 and H-9s No. 2897, at Camden, N.J., 1957." #920 and #3747 are both K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacifics" built in Juniata: #920 was built in during July of 1917 and retired in 1959, while #3747 was built during March of 1920 and retired in November of 1957. #2897 is an H-9S (2-8-0) "Consolidated" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an H-8SB during November of 1910, rebuilt in Juniata as an H-9S in August of 1923, and retired in October of 1957. This photo comes from a color slide set entitled "Steam Power ~ East and West" that's produced and distributed by Blackhawk Films of Davenport, Iowa (816-13).
Photo Date:  1/23/1957  Upload Date: 1/28/2019 11:07:18 AM
Location:  Camden, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Winter,Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 920(4-6-2) PRR 3747(4-6-2) PRR 2897(2-8-0)
Views:  476   Comments: 0
PRR 920, K-4S, Front, 1957
Title:  PRR 920, K-4S, Front, 1957
Description:  Here is the front side of a "Vanishing Vistas" portrait that was published by Lyman E. Cox in 1975. Photo courtesy of the Mac Owen Collection. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #920, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in 1959 after 42 years of faithful service. In this context, it awaits its next assignment adjacent to the PRR's Engine House in South Amboy, New Jersey, in March of 1957.
Photo Date:  3/21/1957  Upload Date: 1/5/2021 5:26:41 PM
Location:  South Amboy, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 920(4-6-2)
Views:  162   Comments: 0
PRR 920, K-4S, Back, 1957
Title:  PRR 920, K-4S, Back, 1957
Description:  Here is the back side of a "Vanishing Vistas" portrait that was published by Lyman E. Cox in 1975. The text by Mac Owen sketches the history and development of the Pennsylvania Railroad's "K" Class (4-6-2) "Pacific" steam locomotives.
Photo Date:  3/21/1957  Upload Date: 1/5/2021 5:27:31 PM
Location:  South Amboy, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories: 
Locomotives:  PRR 920(4-6-2)
Views:  90   Comments: 0
PRR 920, K-4S, 1957
Title:  PRR 920, K-4S, 1957
Description:  Camden. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by William V. Russell that was taken in Camden, New Jersey, on 10 June 1957. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #920, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata in July of 1917 and retired in 1959 after 42 years of faithful service. ("Stoneborobranch"; #49 of 69)
Photo Date:  6/20/1957  Upload Date: 11/13/2020 9:33:05 PM
Location:  Camden, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 920(4-6-2)
Views:  158   Comments: 0
PRR 3752, K-4S, 1957
Title:  PRR 3752, K-4S, 1957
Description:  Camden. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide via Al Chione that was taken inside of the PRSL Engine House in Camden, New Jersey, on 24 June 1957. The photographer is not identified. Partially visible here (L to R) are Pennsylvania Railroad engines #3752 and #920. Both are K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacifics" built in Juniata. #3752 was constructed during April of 1920 and retired in February of 1958, while #920 was built in July of 1917 and retired in 1959. ("Stoneborobranch"; #51 of 69)
Photo Date:  6/24/1957  Upload Date: 11/10/2020 7:29:59 AM
Location:  Camden, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 3752(4-6-2) PRR 920(4-6-2)
Views:  213   Comments: 0
"Railroad" Magazine, August 1957
Title:  "Railroad" Magazine, August 1957
Description:  Wood. Here is a photo taken by Don Wood. It was published originally in the August 1957 issue of "Railroad" magazine, page 76. Partial Caption: "The Pennsylvania still uses some steam power, including No. 6738, shown wheeling a long string of freight out of Enola, Pa." Shown here is PRR engine #6738, an M-1B (4-8-2) "Mountain" built as an M-1A by the Baldwin Locomotive Works during June of 1930, rebuilt in Juniata as an M-1B in October of 1948, and retired in September of 1959. Also visible to the right is PRR engine #920, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata in July of 1917 and retired in 1959.
Photo Date:  8/1/1957  Upload Date: 10/21/2017 1:48:25 AM
Location:  Duncannon, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 6738(4-8-2) PRR 920(4-6-2)
Views:  720   Comments: 0
PRR 920, K-4S, 1957
Title:  PRR 920, K-4S, 1957
Description:  Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide via Al Chione that was taken in Pemberton, New Jersey, on 28 September 1957. The photographer is not identified. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #920, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata in July of 1917 and retired in 1959 after 42 years of service. ("Stoneborobranch"; #20 of 28)
Photo Date:  9/28/1957  Upload Date: 10/19/2020 8:00:01 AM
Location:  Pemberton, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Station,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 920(4-6-2)
Views:  191   Comments: 1
PRR 920, K-4S, 1957
Title:  PRR 920, K-4S, 1957
Description:  Here is a photo that was taken in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #920, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in 1959 after 42 years of faithful service. Note that its main rod has been removed, so it's been prepared for movement to the recycling center. The photographer's name and the exact date are not recorded. ("AmanGold200"; #1 of 6)
Photo Date:  12/21/1957  Upload Date: 3/7/2021 9:35:08 AM
Location:  Philadelphia, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 920(4-6-2)
Views:  126   Comments: 0
PRR 920, K-4S, 1957
Title:  PRR 920, K-4S, 1957
Description:  Here is a photo by J.S. Rice that was taken in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, during December of 1957. Shown here (L to R) are Pennsylvania Railroad engines #920 and several others whose road numbers are not recorded. #920 is a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917 and retired in 1959 after 42 years of faithful service. Note that their main rods have been removed, so they've been prepared for movement to the recycling center. ("JpsPcc6992" A; #3 of 6)
Photo Date:  12/21/1957  Upload Date: 3/5/2021 7:53:32 AM
Location:  Philadelphia, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 920(4-6-2)
Views:  180   Comments: 0
PRR 949, K-4S, 1935
Title:  PRR 949, K-4S, 1935
Description:  Here is a photo by an unidentified photographer that was taken near Erie, Pennsylvania, on 2 June 1935. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #949, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during May of 1918 and retired in November of 1951 after 38 years of faithful service. The headlight and the stack have been covered, so this locomotive is not fired-up at the moment. Gary Mittner Collection.
Photo Date:  6/2/1935  Upload Date: 3/19/2023 9:22:52 AM
Location:  Erie, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 949(4-6-2)
Views:  80   Comments: 0
PRR 949, K-4S, 1949
Title:  PRR 949, K-4S, 1949
Description:  FM. Here is a duplicate 35mm B&W slide of a photo by Fred McLeod that was taken at the Horseshoe Curve near Altoona, Pennsylvania. Photo Caption: "Two K-4's and a T-1 on a 28-car express. (T-1 is hidden by smoke and shadow.) November 8, 1949." In the lead is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #949, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during May of 1918 and retired in November of 1951 after 33 years of faithful service. This photo comes from a slide set entitled "Horseshoe Curve, Pennsylvania Railroad" that's produced and distributed by Blackhawk Films of Davenport, Iowa (22-50).
Photo Date:  11/8/1949  Upload Date: 10/18/2019 3:26:38 AM
Location:  ALTOONA (HORSESHOE CURVE), PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 949(4-6-2)
Views:  313   Comments: 0
"A Picture Study Of The K-4," Page 20, 1976
Title:  "A Picture Study Of The K-4," Page 20, 1976
Description:  Here is page 20 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. Implied Section Title: "PRR K-4S Side Elevations." Both of the locomotives pictured here are Pennsylvania Railroad K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacifics" built in Juniata. Top Photo: #5022 was built during May of 1917 and retired in February of 1958. Bottom Photo: #958 was built during June of 1918 and retired in February of 1955.
Photo Date:  9/22/1976  Upload Date: 4/6/2019 10:49:05 AM
Location:  Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 5022(4-6-2) PRR 958(4-6-2)
Views:  387   Comments: 0
PRR 1120, K-4S, c. 1946
Title:  PRR 1120, K-4S, c. 1946
Description:  Portraits 10. Here is a steam locomotive portrait of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #1120, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917, streamlined in 1940, and retired in December of 1954 after 37 years of faithful service. In this context, it's about to depart Englewood's Union Station with the eastbound "Broadway Limited." All ABOARD! The photographer's name and the exact date are not recorded. (#22 of 72)
Photo Date:  8/15/1946  Upload Date: 1/1/2023 5:12:41 AM
Location:  Englewood, IL
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Station,Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 1120(4-6-2)
Views:  191   Comments: 0
PRR 1120, K-4S, c. 1946
Title:  PRR 1120, K-4S, c. 1946
Description:  Portraits 10. Here is a steam locomotive portrait of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #1120, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917, streamlined in 1940, and retired in December of 1954 after 37 years of faithful service. The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. (#23 of 72)
Photo Date:  8/15/1946  Upload Date: 1/1/2023 5:15:28 AM
Location:  Altoona, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 1120(4-6-2)
Views:  163   Comments: 0
PRR 1120, K-4S, #1 of 3, 1953
Title:  PRR 1120, K-4S, #1 of 3, 1953
Description:  Trenton. Here is the first of three successive duplicate 35mm color slides by John Dziobko, Jr., that were taken at the Passenger Station in Trenton, New Jersey, on 28 November 1953. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #1120, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917, streamlined in 1940, and retired in December of 1954 after 37 years of faithful service. The slide mount is annotated "The Nellie Bly." The photographer's name and the road number of the PRR "Doodlebug" at the far right are not recorded. ("Stoneborobranch"; #12 of 19)
Photo Date:  11/28/1953  Upload Date: 11/4/2020 8:06:10 AM
Location:  Trenton, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Station,Steam,Signal,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 1120(4-6-2)
Views:  294   Comments: 0
PRR 1120, K-4S, #2 of 3, 1953
Title:  PRR 1120, K-4S, #2 of 3, 1953
Description:  Trenton. Here is the second of three successive duplicate 35mm color slides by John Dziobko, Jr., that were taken at the Passenger Station in Trenton, New Jersey, on 28 November 1953. Prominent here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #1120, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917, streamlined in 1940, and retired in December of 1954 after 37 years of faithful service. The photographer's name and the road number of the PRR "Doodlebug" at the right are not recorded. ("Stoneborobranch"; #13 of 19)
Photo Date:  11/28/1953  Upload Date: 11/4/2020 8:08:52 AM
Location:  Trenton, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Station,Steam,Signal,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 1120(4-6-2)
Views:  222   Comments: 0
PRR 1120, K-4S, #3 of 3, 1953
Title:  PRR 1120, K-4S, #3 of 3, 1953
Description:  Trenton. Here is the third of three successive duplicate 35mm color slides by John Dziobko, Jr., that were taken at the Passenger Station in Trenton, New Jersey, on 28 November 1953. Shown here (L to R) are Pennsylvania Railroad engines #1120 and #4838. Both were built in Juniata. #1120 is a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" constructed during July of 1917, streamlined in 1940, and retired in December of 1954. #4838 is a GG-1 (2-C-C-2) electric built in July of 1935 and rated at 4,620 horsepower. ("Stoneborobranch"; #14 of 19)
Photo Date:  11/28/1953  Upload Date: 11/4/2020 1:11:33 AM
Location:  Trenton, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Station,Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 1120(4-6-2) PRR 4838(GG1)
Views:  334   Comments: 0
PRR 1120, K-4S, c. 1954
Title:  PRR 1120, K-4S, c. 1954
Description:  Mann. Here is a photo of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #1120, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917, streamlined in 1940, and retired in December of 1954 after 37 years of faithful service. The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. (Gift from Brad Mann.)
Photo Date:  2/2/1954  Upload Date: 6/11/2021 11:29:24 PM
Location:  Red Bank, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Station,Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 1120(4-6-2)
Views:  271   Comments: 0
PRR Trenton Engine House, #3 of 3, c. 1954
Title:  PRR Trenton Engine House, #3 of 3, c. 1954
Description:  Here is the third of three original photos by Douglas C. Jones that were taken at the Pennsylvania Railroad's Engine House in Trenton, New Jersey, c. 1954. Shown here (R to L) are engines #1120 and three more locomotives whose road numbers are not recorded. #1120 is a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during July of 1917, streamlined in 1940, and retired in December of 1954 after 37 years of faithful service. Partially visible at the left are the Trenton Coaling Tipple and the Engine House.
Photo Date:  2/2/1954  Upload Date: 7/28/2021 8:20:28 AM
Location:  Trenton, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 1120(4-6-2)
Views:  236   Comments: 0
PRR Trenton Engine House, #1 of 2, c. 1954
Title:  PRR Trenton Engine House, #1 of 2, c. 1954
Description:  Here is the first of three original photos by Douglas C. Jones that were taken at the Pennsylvania Railroad's Engine House in Trenton, New Jersey, c. 1954. Shown here (R to L) are engines #5409, #1120, and three more locomotives whose road numbers are not recorded. #5409 and #1120 are K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacifics." #5409 was constructed by the Baldwin Locomotive Works during February of 1927 and retired in February of 1955. #1120 was built in Juniata in July of 1917, streamlined in 1940, and retired in December of 1954. Partially visible at the left is the Trenton Coaling Tipple.
Photo Date:  2/2/1954  Upload Date: 7/27/2021 10:31:09 PM
Location:  Trenton, NJ
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 5409(4-6-2) PRR 1120(4-6-2)
Views:  270   Comments: 0


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