The Cincinnati, Georgetown and Portsmouth Railroad
Description:
Fascinating history of the Cincinnati, Georgetown & Portsmouth (aka the "Come Gentlemen and Push!) Railroad which ran near Mt. Washington, Ohio. Originally published as a series of newspaper articles, these essays describe the railroad's history, locomotives, rolling stock, accidents, stations, pleasure parks (such as Lake Allyn), the conversion from narrow to standard gauge, the conversion from steam to electricity, the powerhouse, transport of mail, and the amazing trestle bridge over White Oak Creek. Illustrated throughout with black and white photos. With timetables and map. 80 pages.
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