{"product_id":"boston-maine-in-the-4-seasons-volume-1","title":"Boston \u0026 Maine In The 4 Seasons Volume 1","description":"Boston Area Railroading Volume 1 DVD VIDEO 1946-1951 historical 16mm trains film \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp class=\"proAttr productType\"\u003e\u003clabel\u003eType: \u003c\/label\u003e Movie \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"proAttr productType\"\u003e\u003clabel\u003ePlatform: \u003c\/label\u003e DVD \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"proAttr productType\"\u003e\u003clabel\u003ePublisher: \u003c\/label\u003e Herron Rail Video \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"proAttr productType\"\u003e\u003clabel\u003eReleased: \u003c\/label\u003e 1992 \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"proAttr productType\"\u003e\u003clabel\u003eMedia: \u003c\/label\u003e DVD \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cshortdescription\u003e\u003c\/shortdescription\u003eArmed with his 16mm camera, Stanley Y. Whitney meticulously preserved scenes of New England railroading like no other. His film takes you on a nostalgic journey back to daily life on the railroad circa 1948, capturing continuous action featuring Pacifics, Moguls, Atlantics, and 17.4 Diesels working passenger trains in both mainline and commuter services in the Boston suburban area.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe train consists featured in the film comprise a diverse array of open-end and enclosed coaches made from both wood and steel. Notable passenger trains include \"The Kennebec,\" \"The Gulf,\" \"The Flying Yankee,\" and \"The Mountaineer.\" Additionally, the film covers a local freight featuring a 2-8-0 locomotive. The scenes unfold against a backdrop of various locations, including Wakefield Jet., Reading-Highlands, Greenwood, Wilmington, Ballardville, Melrose, Lowell Jet., and Somersworth (all in MA), as well as Intervale, NH.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe film also provides a fascinating glimpse into track rebuilding activities, showcasing 1950-era mechanized and hand tools in action. Stanley Whitney, the dedicated photographer, spared no effort to capture the full glory of this operation, and his outstanding work deserves special credit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNow under the ownership of James T. Ickes, this invaluable film was made possible through the cooperation of the B\u0026amp;M Historical Society, Inc., with special arrangements facilitated by Carl F. Byron. It stands as a timeless record of New England's railroading history, allowing viewers to immerse themselves in the sights and sounds of a bygone era, thanks to Stanley Whitney's unparalleled dedication and James T. Ickes' commitment to preserving this valuable piece of railroad heritage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor DVD Player (North American NTSC)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Herron Rail Video","offers":[{"title":"Used In Sleeve","offer_id":47669887828246,"sku":"98851","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0083\/0377\/1710\/products\/202434162232149scan.jpg?v=1709823751","url":"https:\/\/www.neverdiemedia.com\/products\/boston-maine-in-the-4-seasons-volume-1","provider":"NeverDieMedia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}