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Model Railroader 1953 July
July 1953
Volume 20, Number 7
Bill of Lading
Toronto's Canadian Great Western 10
A photo story featuring the tremendous O gauge layout of this year's NMRA national convention host, The Model Railroad Club of Toronto.
Detailing the Penn Line L-1. By Charles Smith 14
Author Smith adds a few details to a standard kit engine and comes up with a loco that has a really "complete' appearance.
When life ain't worth livin'. (Cartoon) 19
Truss Bridge. By O. K. Thacher 20
Here's an article that explains how to build a typical Pratt truss bridge like those frequently seen on prototype railroads. Included is all the data you need to build a span of any length.
Trackside Photos 24
Building an Alco 1600 h.p. Loco (Part 3, Conclusion)
By Bob Klubertanz 28
Bob adds the final details to the road-switcher.
"First, you buys an HO rule!" (Tuxedo Junction, Part 10)
By George Allen 30
George gives you the word on converting drawings to your favorite scale; then he explains how to build a model from photographs.
Tom Thumb Station. By Paul Larson 34
MR staffer Paul Larson describes a quaint little structure he found on an off-the-beaten-track line of the Missouri Pacific.
"Dollar Car" Caboose. By Eric Stevens _- 40
After building several "dollar" freight cars, Eric tries his hand at a distinctive Central Vermont caboose.
Prairie Problems. By John Armstrong 46
John explains what operational and structural features must be emphasized to overcome the unspectacular midwestern scenery.
Bull Session 50
The Silver Plate Road (Cartoon) 58
Annual Club Directory 66
Prototype Plans and Data
Through Pratt Truss Bridge 38
New York Central Express Reefer 45
Santa Fe Pacific 68
Departments
Railway Postoffice 4 Clinic 59
At the Throttle 9 Shop Talk 61
Meet Joe Salame 9 Construction Kinks 63
Trade Topics 54 Coming Events 65
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