"Pennsy Steam And Semaphores," Page 145, 1974         
Westing. Here is a photo that was published originally in Fred Westing's 1974 book entitled "Pennsy Steam And Semaphores," page 145. Revised Caption: "A couple of Decapod pushers approach the east end of Gallitzin Tunnel as they help lift a heavy freight train about 1,000 feet from Altoona to Gallitzin in less than twelve miles. The two tunnels are at the crest of the [Allegheny] mountains." The road numbers of these I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapods" and the exact date are not recorded.
Date: 1/1/1974 Location: Gallitzin, PA   Map Show Gallitzin on a rail map Views: 54 Collection Of:   Thomas C. Ayers
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
"Pennsy Steam And Semaphores," Page 145, 1974
Picture Categories: Tunnel,Steam,Signal This picture is part of album:  PRR: Westing ~> Pennsy Steam & Semaphores
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