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PRR 4308, I-1SA, #4 of 5, 1956
Title:  PRR 4308, I-1SA, #4 of 5, 1956
Description:  Sweetland. Here is the fourth of five successive 35mm color slides of photos by David R. Sweetland that were taken near Mount Carmel, Pennsylvania, on 26 August 1956. Shown here (R to L) are Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4308 and another "Decapod" whose road number is not recorded. #4308 is an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during November of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in July of 1935, and retired in April of 1958 after 36 years of faithful service. In this context, they're hauling a fully-loaded mineral train.
Photo Date:  8/26/1956  Upload Date: 7/25/2018 9:39:34 AM
Location:  Mount Carmel, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories: 
Locomotives:  PRR 4308(2-10-0)
Views:  1008   Comments: 1
PRR 2-10-0 #4309
Title:  PRR 2-10-0 #4309
Description:  Great action shot of Pennsylvania RR 2-10-0 decapod #4309 heading up a long train wrapping around the curve at the historic Horseshoe Curve near Altoona, PA. Built by Baldwin in November of 1922, the loco was in sdervice until retirement and scrapping in June of 1955. Specs - serial #55780, class I-15A, 62" drivers, impressive 250 psi boiler pressure, 30.5x32" cylinders, engine weight of 366,500 lb, impressive tractive effort of 102,027 lb. The date and photographer's name were not given for the photo.
Photo Date:  6/1/1948  Upload Date: 6/30/2025 5:15:55 PM
Location:  Horseshoe Curve, PA
Author:  Gary Everhart
Categories:  Roster,Steam,Track,Action
Locomotives:  PRR 4309(2-10-0)
Views:  43   Comments: 0
PRR 4311
Title:  PRR 4311
Description:  Two diesls help 2-10-0 # 4311 at Columbia Crossroads. Photo by Philip Hastings.
Photo Date:  4/22/1955  Upload Date: 3/28/2009 9:24:06 AM
Location:  Columbia, PA
Author:  Jim Gavin
Categories:  Steam,Action
Locomotives:  PRR 4311(2-10-0)
Views:  1195   Comments: 2
PRR 4311, I-1SA, 1956
Title:  PRR 4311, I-1SA, 1956
Description:  Dziobko. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by John Dziobko, Jr., that was taken in Enola, Pennsylvania, on 25 March 1956. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4311, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during November of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in August of 1934, and retired in October of 1959. Note the presence of two P-5A "Boxcab" electric locomotives in the background.
Photo Date:  3/25/1956  Upload Date: 7/2/2018 6:41:24 AM
Location:  Enola, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4311(2-10-0)
Views:  1064   Comments: 0
PRR 4311, I-1SA, 1956
Title:  PRR 4311, I-1SA, 1956
Description:  Here is a photo by an unidentified photographer that was taken at the Roundhouse in Northumberland, Pennsylvania, on 12 May 1956. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4311, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S in November of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in August of 1934, and retired in October of 1959 after 37 years' service. Note the Hostler on the tender's deck, replenishing its reservoir. "Fill 'er up, Mack!" Gary Mittner Collection.
Photo Date:  5/12/1956  Upload Date: 12/11/2022 10:53:46 PM
Location:  Northumberland, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4311(2-10-0)
Views:  449   Comments: 0
PRR 4311, I-1SA, 1956
Title:  PRR 4311, I-1SA, 1956
Description:  Coal Power. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by Mike Usenia that was taken near Shamokin, Pennsylvania, on 12 May 1956. Shown here (L to R) are Pennsylvania Railroad engines #4311 and another locomotive whose number is not recorded. Both are I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapods." #4311 was built during November of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in August of 1934, and retired in October of 1959 after 37 years of service. A portion of Shamokin Creek is visible at the right.
Photo Date:  5/12/1956  Upload Date: 12/3/2020 8:35:01 AM
Location:  Shamokin, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4311(2-10-0)
Views:  505   Comments: 0
PRR 2-10-0 4311
Title:  PRR 2-10-0 4311
Description:  A Hippo gets a spin on the Elmira turntable. Photo by Philip Hastings.
Photo Date:  6/30/1956  Upload Date: 12/27/2008 7:57:57 AM
Location:  Elmira, NY
Author:  Jim Gavin
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4311(2-10-0)
Views:  1402   Comments: 0
PRR I1s 4311
Title:  PRR I1s 4311
Description:  No info on slide other than engine number.
Photo Date:  6/30/1956  Upload Date: 12/27/2008 8:42:45 AM
Location:  Unknown, PA
Author:  Jim Gavin
Categories:  Steam,Action
Locomotives:  PRR 4311(2-10-0)
Views:  1232   Comments: 1
PRR 4311, I-1SA, 1957
Title:  PRR 4311, I-1SA, 1957
Description:  Northbound Coal. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by Philip R. Hastings that was taken in Trout Run, Pennsylvania, on 5 May 1957. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4311, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during November of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in August of 1934, and retired in October of 1959 after 37 years of service. It's pulling a northbound coal train. Note the two semaphore signals. This photo comes from a color slide set entitled "Steam on the Pennsy's Elmira and Shamokin Branches" that's produced and distributed by Blackhawk Films of Davenport, Iowa (785-9).
Photo Date:  5/5/1957  Upload Date: 9/22/2016 1:51:17 AM
Location:  Trout Run, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam,Signal
Locomotives:  PRR 4311(2-10-0)
Views:  904   Comments: 1
PRR 4311, I-1SA, 1957
Title:  PRR 4311, I-1SA, 1957
Description:  Northbound Coal. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by Philip R. Hastings that was taken near Bodines, Pennsylvania, on 5 May 1957. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4311, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during November of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in August of 1934, and retired in October of 1959 after 37 years of faithful service. It's pulling a northbound coal train. This photo comes from a color slide set entitled "Steam on the Pennsy's Elmira and Shamokin Branches" that's produced and distributed by Blackhawk Films of Davenport, Iowa (785-10).
Photo Date:  5/5/1957  Upload Date: 9/22/2016 1:53:25 AM
Location:  Bodines, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4311(2-10-0)
Views:  797   Comments: 1
PRR 4311, I-1SA, 1957
Title:  PRR 4311, I-1SA, 1957
Description:  Northbound Coal. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by Philip R. Hastings that was taken near Leolyn, Pennsylvania, on 5 May 1957. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4311, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during November of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in August of 1934, and retired in October of 1959 after 37 years of faithful service. It's pulling a northbound coal train. This photo comes from a color slide set entitled "Steam on the Pennsy's Elmira and Shamokin Branches" that's produced and distributed by Blackhawk Films of Davenport, Iowa (785-12).
Photo Date:  5/5/1957  Upload Date: 9/22/2016 1:57:36 AM
Location:  Leolyn, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4311(2-10-0)
Views:  713   Comments: 1
PRR 4311, I-1SA, 1957
Title:  PRR 4311, I-1SA, 1957
Description:  Northbound Coal. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by Philip R. Hastings that was taken near Troy, Pennsylvania, on 5 May 1957. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4311, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during November of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in August of 1934, and retired in October of 1959 after 37 years of faithful service. It's pulling a northbound coal train. This photo comes from a color slide set entitled "Steam on the Pennsy's Elmira and Shamokin Branches" that's produced and distributed by Blackhawk Films of Davenport, Iowa (785-15).
Photo Date:  5/5/1957  Upload Date: 4/3/2025 1:09:37 AM
Location:  Troy, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4311(2-10-0)
Views:  196   Comments: 0
PRR 4311, I-1SA, 1957
Title:  PRR 4311, I-1SA, 1957
Description:  Northbound Coal. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by Philip R. Hastings that was taken near Snedekerville, Pennsylvania, on 5 May 1957. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4311, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during November of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in August of 1934, and retired in October of 1959 after 37 years of faithful service. It's pulling a northbound coal train. This photo comes from a color slide set entitled "Steam on the Pennsy's Elmira and Shamokin Branches" that's produced and distributed by Blackhawk Films of Davenport, Iowa (785-17).
Photo Date:  5/5/1957  Upload Date: 4/3/2025 1:10:16 AM
Location:  Snedekerville, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam,Signal
Locomotives:  PRR 4311(2-10-0)
Views:  221   Comments: 0
PRR 8626, AS-18M, 1957
Title:  PRR 8626, AS-18M, 1957
Description:  Northbound Coal. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by Philip R. Hastings that was taken near Snedekerville, Pennsylvania, on 5 May 1957. Shown here (L to R) are Pennsylvania Railroad engines #8626, #8620, and #4311. #8626 and #8620 are AS-18M road switchers built by the American Locomotive Company and rated at 1,800 horsepower each. #8626 was constructed in February of 1957, while #8620 was built in August of 1956. These diesels were summoned to assist this northbound coal train after the steam-powered pusher locomotive became disabled. #4311 is an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S in November of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in August of 1934, and retired in October of 1959 after 37 years of faithful service. This photo comes from a color slide set entitled "Steam on the Pennsy's Elmira and Shamokin Branches" that's produced and distributed by Blackhawk Films of Davenport, Iowa (785-19).
Photo Date:  5/5/1957  Upload Date: 4/3/2025 1:11:01 AM
Location:  Snedekerville, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 8626(RS11) PRR 8620(RS11) PRR 4311(2-10-0)
Views:  247   Comments: 0
PRR 4311, I-1SA, 1957
Title:  PRR 4311, I-1SA, 1957
Description:  Northbound Coal. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by Philip R. Hastings that was taken in Elmira, New York, on 5 May 1957. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4311, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during November of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in August of 1934, and retired in October of 1959 after 37 years of faithful service. It's on the Elmira Roundhouse turntable after completing its northbound run with a loaded coal train. This photo comes from a color slide set entitled "Steam on the Pennsy's Elmira and Shamokin Branches" that's produced and distributed by Blackhawk Films of Davenport, Iowa (785-27).
Photo Date:  5/5/1957  Upload Date: 9/22/2016 4:41:09 AM
Location:  Elmira, NY
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4311(2-10-0)
Views:  896   Comments: 0
PRR "The Case Of The I1," Page 36, 1981
Title:  PRR "The Case Of The I1," Page 36, 1981
Description:  Here is page one of a four-page article by David P. Morgan entitled "The Case Of The I1 That Lost Her (Cylinder) Head." It was published originally in the June 1981 issue of "Trains" magazine, page 36. Photo by Philip R. Hastings. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4311, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during November of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in August of 1934, and retired in October of 1959 after 37 years of faithful service. It is pulling a northbound coal train on the Elmira Branch near Leolyn, Pennsylvania.
Photo Date:  6/1/1981  Upload Date: 2/11/2020 8:01:17 AM
Location:  Leolyn, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4311(2-10-0)
Views:  755   Comments: 1
PRR 4312, I-1S, c. 1938
Title:  PRR 4312, I-1S, c. 1938
Description:  Here is a photo of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4312, an I-1S (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works during November of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in August of 1941, and retired in December of 1954 after 32 years of faithful service. The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. Gary Mittner Collection.
Photo Date:  8/15/1938  Upload Date: 12/13/2022 10:25:12 PM
Location:  Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4312(2-10-0)
Views:  362   Comments: 0
PRR 4314, I-1SA, c. 1948
Title:  PRR 4314, I-1SA, c. 1948
Description:  East Altoona. Here is an original 35mm color slide that was taken in East Altoona, Pennsylvania, c. 1948. Prominent here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4314, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during November of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in December of 1942, and retired in September of 1959 after 37 years of faithful service. Photo taken from the 17th Street Bridge in Juniata. The photographer's name and the exact date are not recorded.
Photo Date:  8/15/1948  Upload Date: 4/5/2020 2:01:27 AM
Location:  Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4314(2-10-0)
Views:  731   Comments: 0
PRR 4314, I-1SA, 1952
Title:  PRR 4314, I-1SA, 1952
Description:  ARB. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by Nelson Bowers that was taken in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on 11 November 1952. Shown here (R to L) are Pennsylvania Railroad engines #4314, #9821, and two more "EF" Class units whose numbers are not recorded. #4314 is an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during November of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in December of 1942, and retired in September of 1959. #9821 is an EF-15A built by GM-EMD in May of 1951, rated at 1,500 horsepower, and retired in December of 1967. Partially visible at the left is a pair of Baldwin-built "Centipedes"; in the middle distance are the Coaling Tipple and the Roundhouse situated in East Altoona. Photo taken from the 8th Street Bridge in Juniata.
Photo Date:  11/11/1952  Upload Date: 6/10/2019 10:50:25 AM
Location:  Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4314(2-10-0) PRR 9821(F7A)
Views:  1011   Comments: 2
PRR 4314, I-1SA, 1955
Title:  PRR 4314, I-1SA, 1955
Description:  Dziobko. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by John Dziobko, Jr., that was taken at the East Altoona Roundhouse in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on 16 September 1955. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4314, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during November of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in December of 1942, and retired in September of 1959 after 37 years of faithful service. Nice view of the Turntable Operator's cabin.
Photo Date:  9/16/1955  Upload Date: 7/12/2022 11:09:49 PM
Location:  Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4314(2-10-0)
Views:  410   Comments: 0
PRR 4315
Title:  PRR 4315
Description:  The operator at Leolyn has his hoop ready to hand up orders to 2-10-0 # 4315 on a Southbound freight. Photographer and exact date unknown.
Photo Date:  10/17/1955  Upload Date: 3/28/2009 8:27:32 AM
Location:  Leolyn, PA
Author:  Jim Gavin
Categories:  Steam,Action
Locomotives:  PRR 4315(2-10-0)
Views:  1055   Comments: 1
PRR 4315, I-1SA, c. 1956
Title:  PRR 4315, I-1SA, c. 1956
Description:  Wood. Here is an image of a photo by Don Wood that was taken near Crowl, Pennsylvania, c. 1956. Wood's Caption: "Helpers meet at Crowl on the Shamokin Branch. All 2-10-0's in ore train service were based at Northumberland enginehouse." Partially visible here (L to R) are Pennsylvania Railroad engines #4315 and #4393. Both are I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapods" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works. #4315 was constructed as an I-1S during December of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in July of 1941, and retired in October of 1959. #4393 was built as an I-1S during February of 1923, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in April of 1942, and retired in August of 1959. William E. Burket Collection.
Photo Date:  5/5/1956  Upload Date: 7/21/2022 10:37:15 PM
Location:  Crowl, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4315(2-10-0) PRR 4393(2-10-0) PRR 4315(2-10-0) PRR 4393(2-10-0)
Views:  509   Comments: 0
PRR 4315, I-1SA, #3 of 5, 1956
Title:  PRR 4315, I-1SA, #3 of 5, 1956
Description:  Bowers. Here is the third of five successive duplicate 35mm color slides by Nelson Bowers that were taken near Shamrock Mills, Pennsylvania, on 22 September 1956. Prominent here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4315, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during December of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in July of 1941, and retired in October of 1959 after 37 years of faithful service.
Photo Date:  9/22/1956  Upload Date: 12/16/2024 10:26:18 PM
Location:  Shamrock, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4315(2-10-0)
Views:  227   Comments: 0
PRR 4315, I-1SA, 1957
Title:  PRR 4315, I-1SA, 1957
Description:  Decapod #4315. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by Philip R. Hastings that was taken near Fassett, Pennsylvania, on 5 May 1957. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4315, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during December of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in July of 1941, and retired in October of 1959 after 37 years of faithful service. It's pulling a southbound mixed-cargo freight train as it passes FASSETT Tower. Looks like this train has just begun to cross from one track to the other. Also note the round position-light signal. This photo comes from a color slide set entitled "Steam on the Pennsy's Elmira and Shamokin Branches" that's produced and distributed by Blackhawk Films of Davenport, Iowa (785-5).
Photo Date:  5/5/1957  Upload Date: 8/15/2016 2:27:12 AM
Location:  Fassett, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam,Signal
Locomotives:  PRR 4315(2-10-0)
Views:  712   Comments: 1
PRR 4315, I-1SA, 1957
Title:  PRR 4315, I-1SA, 1957
Description:  Decapod #4315. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by Philip R. Hastings that was taken near Troy, Pennsylvania, on 5 May 1957. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4315, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during December of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in July of 1941, and retired in October of 1959 after 37 years of faithful service. It's pulling a southbound mixed-cargo freight train as it travels North of Troy. Also note the coast-to-coast tender and its "doghouse." This photo comes from a color slide set entitled "Steam on the Pennsy's Elmira and Shamokin Branches" that's produced and distributed by Blackhawk Films of Davenport, Iowa (785-6).
Photo Date:  5/5/1957  Upload Date: 8/15/2016 2:30:39 AM
Location:  Troy, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4315(2-10-0)
Views:  669   Comments: 1
PRR 4315, I-1SA, 1957
Title:  PRR 4315, I-1SA, 1957
Description:  Decapod #4315. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by Philip R. Hastings that was taken in Leolyn, Pennsylvania, on 5 May 1957. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4315, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during December of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in July of 1941, and retired in October of 1959 after 37 years of faithful service. As it's entering Leolyn, this southbound mixed-cargo freight train is slowing down so that the Fireman can snare the train orders being held in the air by the Railroader in the foreground. Also note the semaphore signal. This photo comes from a color slide set entitled "Steam on the Pennsy's Elmira and Shamokin Branches" that's produced and distributed by Blackhawk Films of Davenport, Iowa (785-7).
Photo Date:  5/5/1957  Upload Date: 8/15/2016 2:32:33 AM
Location:  Leolyn, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam,Signal
Locomotives:  PRR 4315(2-10-0)
Views:  538   Comments: 0
PRR 4315, I-1SA, 1959
Title:  PRR 4315, I-1SA, 1959
Description:  Coal Power. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide by an unidentified photographer that was taken in Erie, Pennsylvania, in October of 1959. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4315, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during December of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in July of 1941, and retired in October of 1959 after 37 years of faithful service. Note that the driving rods, the bell, and the builder's plate have been removed!
Photo Date:  10/10/1959  Upload Date: 10/30/2020 8:02:27 AM
Location:  Erie, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4315(2-10-0) PRR 4315(2-10-0)
Views:  538   Comments: 0
PRR 4317, I-1SA, 1940
Title:  PRR 4317, I-1SA, 1940
Description:  Here is a photo by H.W. Pontin via Rail Photo Service that was taken at the Horseshoe Curve near Altoona, Pennsylvania, in July of 1940. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4317, an I-1SA built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during December of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in February of 1942, and retired in June of 1953 after 31 years of faithful service. In this context, it's rounding the Curve with a mixed-cargo freight train on its way up the Allegheny Mountains to Gallitzin and points West. John S. Fisher Collection; #5 of 14.
Photo Date:  7/7/1940  Upload Date: 5/27/2022 8:09:16 AM
Location:  ALTOONA (HORSESHOE C, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4317(2-10-0)
Views:  359   Comments: 0
"Pennsy Steam And Semaphores," Page 142, 1974
Title:  "Pennsy Steam And Semaphores," Page 142, 1974
Description:  Westing. Here is a photo that was published originally in Fred Westing's 1974 book entitled "Pennsy Steam And Semaphores," page 142. Photo Caption: "Empty hopper cars returning to the coal mines round the Horseshoe Curve with a Baldwin built I1s at the head end. On this section, the going was rough and the engineer had to run of a long cut-off. That is where the 50 per cent cut-off in full gear paid off and produced money saving economies." Photo by H.W. Pontin. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4317, an I-1SA built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during December of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in February of 1942, and retired in June of 1953 after 31 years of faithful service. Wave to the Fireman!
Photo Date:  1/1/1974  Upload Date: 3/17/2022 2:07:23 PM
Location:  ALTOONA (HORSESHOE C, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4317(2-10-0)
Views:  342   Comments: 0
PRR 4319, I-1SA, c. 1938
Title:  PRR 4319, I-1SA, c. 1938
Description:  AW. Here is an image of a photo by Arlington J. Wolfe that was taken at the 24th Street Turntable in Altoona, Pennsylvania, c. 1938. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4319, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during December of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in March of 1942, and retired in 1955 after 33 years of faithful service. It's just returned from a helper/pusher run up the Allegheny Mountains to Gallitzin where it was uncoupled and returned here, to be turned around, for yet another run up "The Mountain." Note the standpipe and the signal bridge with semaphores. William E. Burket Collection. (#6,500)
Photo Date:  8/9/1938  Upload Date: 8/3/2020 5:42:11 PM
Location:  Altoona, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4319(2-10-0)
Views:  529   Comments: 0
PRR Erecting & Machine Shop, #6 of 10, c. 1953
Title:  PRR Erecting & Machine Shop, #6 of 10, c. 1953
Description:  Here is the sixth of ten original photos by Douglas C. Jones that were taken in the Juniata section of Altoona, Pennsylvania, c. 1953. Shown here is a portion of the storage yard at the Pennsylvania Railroad's Erecting & Machine Shop. In the background is Maintenance-of-Way flatcar #495955. Stored on its deck is a new cast-steel trailing truck which, at this point in history, may never be installed. In the foreground are numerous high-grade steel steam locomotive driving wheels which have run their last miles and are soon headed to the Recycling Center.
Photo Date:  2/2/1953  Upload Date: 6/13/2021 6:02:43 PM
Location:  Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  RollingStock,Winter,Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 2824(2-8-0) PRR 4320(2-10-0)
Views:  690   Comments: 0
PRR 4320, I-1SA, 1953
Title:  PRR 4320, I-1SA, 1953
Description:  Blackhawk. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by Homer T. Newton, Jr., that was taken in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on 12 August 1953. Photo Caption: "Pennsylvania 2-10-0 No. 4320, Pittsburgh, Pa. 8-12-1953." PRR engine #4320 is an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during December of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in December of 1942, and retired in February of 1958 after 36 years of faithful service. This photo comes from a color slide set entitled "Steam In Action from Virginia to Ohio" that's produced and distributed by Blackhawk Films of Davenport, Iowa (880-17).
Photo Date:  8/12/1953  Upload Date: 10/1/2018 11:19:26 AM
Location:  Pittsburgh, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4320(2-10-0)
Views:  714   Comments: 0
PRR 4320, I-1SA, 1956
Title:  PRR 4320, I-1SA, 1956
Description:  Here is a photo via Charles E. Winters that was taken in Columbus, Ohio, on 6 April 1956. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4320, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during December of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in December of 1942, and retired in February of 1958 after 36 years of faithful service. Gary Mittner Collection.
Photo Date:  4/6/1956  Upload Date: 10/23/2022 5:56:13 PM
Location:  Columbus, OH
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4320(2-10-0)
Views:  340   Comments: 0
PRR 4331, I-1SA, 1949
Title:  PRR 4331, I-1SA, 1949
Description:  Here is a photo by an unidentified photographer that was taken in Cleveland, Ohio, on 25 August 1949. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4331, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during December of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in April of 1943, and retired in September of 1955 after 33 years of faithful service. Henry C. Westenberger Collection; #12 of 25.
Photo Date:  8/25/1949  Upload Date: 7/30/2018 2:55:41 PM
Location:  Cleveland, OH
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4331(2-10-0)
Views:  867   Comments: 0
PRR 4332, I-1SA, c. 1945
Title:  PRR 4332, I-1SA, c. 1945
Description:  Portraits 10. Here is a steam locomotive portrait of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4332, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during December of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in October of 1943, and retired in February of 1955 after 33 years of faithful service. The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. (#6 of 72)
Photo Date:  11/14/1945  Upload Date: 5/12/2025 1:49:42 AM
Location:  Eddystone, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4332(2-10-0)
Views:  123   Comments: 0
PRR 4333, I-1SA, 1955
Title:  PRR 4333, I-1SA, 1955
Description:  Dziobko. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide of a photo by John Dziobko, Jr., that was taken at Grogan Yard in Columbus, Ohio, on 12 September 1955. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4333, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during December of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in January of 1944, and retired in October of 1950 after 28 years of faithful service. Note the Train Phone apparatus mounted between the bell and the sand dome.
Photo Date:  9/12/1955  Upload Date: 12/30/2019 9:09:37 AM
Location:  Columbus, OH
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4333(2-10-0)
Views:  570   Comments: 2
PRR 4335, I-1SA, c. 1952
Title:  PRR 4335, I-1SA, c. 1952
Description:  East Altoona. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide via Al Chione that was taken in East Altoona, Pennsylvania, c. 1952. The photographer's name is not recorded. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4335, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during December of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in January of 1943, and retired in October of 1959 after 37 years of faithful service. The tall smoke stack in the background belongs to the Power House associated with the East Altoona Roundhouse, partially visible at the far left.
Photo Date:  8/15/1952  Upload Date: 10/16/2020 6:30:03 AM
Location:  Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4335(2-10-0)
Views:  524   Comments: 0
PRR 4335, I-1SA, c. 1956
Title:  PRR 4335, I-1SA, c. 1956
Description:  Swartz. Here is a photo by William A. Swartz. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4335, an I-1SA -2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during December of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in January of 1943, and retired in October of 1959 after 37 years of faithful service. The exact date and the location are not recorded. (#3 of 8)
Photo Date:  8/15/1956  Upload Date: 9/8/2021 7:22:32 AM
Location:  Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4335(2-10-0)
Views:  469   Comments: 0
PRR 4335, I-1SA, 1959
Title:  PRR 4335, I-1SA, 1959
Description:  Volkmer. Here is an original 35mm color slide by William D. Volkmer that was taken in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on 29 October 1959. Prominent here (R to L) is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4335 and three more locomotives whose road numbers are not recorded. #4335 is an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during December of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in January of 1943, and retired in October of 1959 after 37 years of faithful service. In this context, they've been prepared for movement to the Recycling Center. Partially visible in the distance is the East Altoona Coaling Tipple.
Photo Date:  10/29/1959  Upload Date: 10/29/2021 8:29:27 AM
Location:  Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4335(2-10-0) PRR 5820(DR12-8-1500/2)
Views:  735   Comments: 0
PRR "Pennsylvania 5827," BH-50, 1959
Title:  PRR "Pennsylvania 5827," BH-50, 1959
Description:  Volkmer. Here is a postal card entitled "Pennsylvania 5827." No Postmark. Caption On Reverse: "Pennsylvania 5827. Baldwin-built Centipedes at East Altoona, Pennsylvania, October 29, 1959. Originally purchased for passenger service, these unique locomotives were downgraded from 6000hp to 5000hp per semi-permanently coupled pair and placed into freight and helper service. Photo by William D. Volkmer." PRR engine #5827 was built in October of 1948 and retired in September of 1962 after 14 just years of revenue service. Also visible are deadlined "Decapod" #4335 on the left and the East Altoona Coaling Tipple in the distance.
Photo Date:  10/29/1959  Upload Date: 8/28/2018 1:19:19 AM
Location:  Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 5827(DR12-8-1500/2) PRR 4335(2-10-0)
Views:  1124   Comments: 1
PRR 4336, I-1SA, c. 1953
Title:  PRR 4336, I-1SA, c. 1953
Description:  Here is a photo of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4336, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during December of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in August of 1943, and retired in November of 1958 after 36 years of faithful service. The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. John S. Fisher Collection; #1 of 13.
Photo Date:  8/15/1953  Upload Date: 5/18/2025 2:22:45 PM
Location:  Altoona(Juniata), PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  RollingStock,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4336(2-10-0)
Views:  111   Comments: 0
PRR 4336, I-1SA, c. 1957
Title:  PRR 4336, I-1SA, c. 1957
Description:  Coal Power. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide (converted to B&W) by an unidentified photographer that was taken in Enola, Pennsylvania, c. 1957. Slide Caption: "RR-185. P.R.R. #4336, 2-10-0, Enola, PA." Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4336, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during December of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in August of 1943, and retired in November of 1958 after 36 years of faithful service. Produced and distributed by Universal Slide Company of Beverly Hills, California.
Photo Date:  7/26/1957  Upload Date: 2/9/2022 10:25:22 PM
Location:  Enola, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4336(2-10-0)
Views:  304   Comments: 0
PRR 4336, I-1SA, 1957
Title:  PRR 4336, I-1SA, 1957
Description:  Chione. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide via Al Chione that was taken in Enola, Pennsylvania, on 26 July 1957. The photographer is not identified. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4336, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during December of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in August of 1943, and retired in November of 1958 after 36 years of faithful service.
Photo Date:  7/26/1957  Upload Date: 7/2/2018 12:28:18 AM
Location:  Enola, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4336(2-10-0)
Views:  603   Comments: 0
PRR 4338, I-1SA, c. 1945
Title:  PRR 4338, I-1SA, c. 1945
Description:  Kreamer. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide by an unidentified photographer that was taken in Enola, Pennsylvania, c. 1945. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4338, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during December of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in July of 1943, and retired in August of 1952 after 30 years of faithful service. The "Big Man 0n Campus" has been reduced to "yard goat." (#1 of 9)
Photo Date:  11/14/1945  Upload Date: 6/16/2025 8:32:10 AM
Location:  Enola, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4338(2-10-0)
Views:  148   Comments: 0
"Horseshoe Curve Pictorial," Page 34, 2004
Title:  "Horseshoe Curve Pictorial," Page 34, 2004
Description:  Here is page six of a 12-page camera study entitled "Horseshoe Curve Pictorial." It was published originally in the Winter 2004 issue of "The Keystone" magazine, page 34. Bottom Left Photo Caption: "I-1s #4342 with a westbound freight, circa 1920." PRR engine #4342 is an I-1SA built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in February of 1943, and retired in November of 1951 after 29 years of faithful service.
Photo Date:  12/21/2004  Upload Date: 1/6/2018 11:38:00 AM
Location:  ALTOONA (HORSESHOE C, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 4342(2-10-0)
Views:  538   Comments: 0
PRR "Interview With Clair Clugh," Page 22, 1996
Title:  PRR "Interview With Clair Clugh," Page 22, 1996
Description:  Here is page nine of a 29-page article by Eric Hirsimaki entitled "Interview With Clair I. Clugh: Manager, Altoona Works (Retired)." It was published originally in the Summer 1996 issue of "The Keystone" magazine, page 22. Top Photo Caption: "Once streamlined (in 1940) K-4S #1120 at Bay Head Junction, N.J., summer, 1954. This Juniata Shops product was built in July 1917 and would be sold for scrap in December of 1954." Photo by Don Wood. Third Photo Down Caption: "I-1SA #4344 and merchandise consist on (westbound freight) Track #3, passing Slope Tower." Photo from Frederic V. Schaefer. Shown here is PRR engine #4344, an I-1SA built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during December of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in December of 1941, and retired in March of 1952. Fourth Photo Down Caption: "J-1 #6441 and consist, nearing 7th St. bridge, westbound." Photo from Frederic V. Shaefer. Shown here is PRR engine #6441, a J-1 (2-10-4) "Texas" built in Juniata during November of 1943 and retired in April of 1958.
Photo Date:  6/21/1996  Upload Date: 12/6/2017 3:36:01 AM
Location:  Altoona, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Bridge,Yard,Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 4344(2-10-0) PRR 1120(4-6-2) PRR 6441(2-10-4) PRR 1120(4-6-2)
Views:  1210   Comments: 0
PRR 4350, I-1SA, c. 1946
Title:  PRR 4350, I-1SA, c. 1946
Description:  Portraits 9. Here is a steam locomotive portrait of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4350, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during December of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in November of 1942, and retired in April of 1958 after 36 years of faithful service. The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. (#8 of 14)
Photo Date:  8/15/1946  Upload Date: 5/7/2025 12:43:37 AM
Location:  Eddystone, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4350(2-10-0)
Views:  131   Comments: 0
PRR 4350, I-1SA, c. 1954
Title:  PRR 4350, I-1SA, c. 1954
Description:  Here is an original photo by John S. Fisher that was taken in Columbus, Ohio, in November of 1954. Caption On Reverse: "PRR Classes I and J at the Columbus Yards. November, 1954." Shown here (R to L) is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4350 and an unidentified "J" Class (2-10-4) "Texas" steam locomotive. #4350 is an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during December of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in November of 1942, and retired in April of 1958 after 36 years of faithful service. Looks to me like they're all fired-up and ready to rock 'n' roll!
Photo Date:  11/14/1954  Upload Date: 5/15/2022 6:29:06 PM
Location:  Columbus, OH
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4350(2-10-0)
Views:  419   Comments: 0
PRR 4353, I-1SA, 1948
Title:  PRR 4353, I-1SA, 1948
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, in August of 1948. Photo Caption: "2-10-0 and 4-8-2 pushers hard at work at top of Horseshoe Curve. Summer, 1948." Shown here (L to R) are Pennsylvania Railroad engines #4353 and a "Mountain" class engine whose number is not recorded. #4353 is an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during December of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in April of 1943, and retired in June of 1953 after 31 years of faithful service. This photo comes from a B&W slide set entitled "Horseshoe Curve, Pennsylvania Railroad" that's produced and distributed by Blackhawk Films of Davenport, Iowa.
Photo Date:  8/15/1948  Upload Date: 10/14/2017 12:54:55 AM
Location:  ALTOONA (HORSESHOE C, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4353(2-10-0)
Views:  1050   Comments: 0
PRR Horseshoe Curve Souvenir, Frame 15, 1952
Title:  PRR Horseshoe Curve Souvenir, Frame 15, 1952
Description:  Here is the 15th of 18 photos by Fred McLeod that are included in a souvenir brochure entitled "Horseshoe Curve; Pennsylvania Railroad; Altoona, Pa." Photo Caption: "Pushers Near the Summit." Shown here (L to R) is PRR engine #4353 and an "M" Class (4-8-2) "Mountain" locomotive whose road number is not recorded. #4353 is an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during December of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in April of 1943, and retired in June of 1953 after 31 years of faithful service.
Photo Date:  8/23/1952  Upload Date: 2/5/2019 6:36:46 PM
Location:  ALTOONA (HORSESHOE C, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4353(2-10-0)
Views:  557   Comments: 0


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