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NEW ITEM
WALL CLOCK - Minuteman Logo on 10 inch round clock. Quality Quartz movement powered by AA battery with black rim. $20.00 plus $5.00 p&h.
Black Cascade Vest byChuckRoast. Made in New England, one of the most versatile items of clothing for the outdoors, the Cascade Vest is a great piece for all seasons. Color is black with square B&M logo embroidered on chest and society logo in gold and white on back of collar. Sizes are Small, Med, Large, X-Large and XX- Large. Own this vest for $45.00 plus $4.50 p&h.
MINUTEMAN SERVICE ITEMS
B&MRRHS JACKETS Acadia Jacket by Chuck Roast.Made in New England. The Acadia is a great jacket or layering piece made from Polartec® from Malden Mills. Full length zipper, a year-round favorite. Color: Maroon, with Minuteman logo embroidered on left chest and B&MRRHSsociety logo on back of neck. $55.00 each plus $4.50 p&h–sizes M, L, XL, XXL
NEW!!! Blue Long-Sleeve Denim Shirts with Pocket. Embroidered with Minuteman Logo. 100% Cotton. Sizes M, L, X-L $29.95. Ea. and XX-L $31.95 Plus $4.50 p&h
T-Shirt Boston & Maine Minuteman Service logo T-Shirt. Classic maroon shirt with 3-color screen printed logo. Available in S, M, L, XL @$12.95 each and XXL @ 14.95 plus $4.50 P&H. (for up to two shirts)
NEW COLORS: Polo Shirtwith pocket, embroidered minuteman logo on classicMaroon or Black color M, L, XL @$25.00 and XXL @ $27.00 plus $4.50 p&H (State size and color)
SWEATSHIRT: In Black or Maroon, embroidered minuteman, Hanes 10 oz. ultimate cotton crewneck. M-L-XL @ $25.00 XX-L @ $27.00 plus $4.50 p&h. (State size and color)
Baseball Hat -(in maroon color with minuteman logo embroidered) $14.00 plus $4.50 P&H
***Shipping Note: When ordering multiple shirts and/or hats, do not exceed $9.00 for P&H
NEW BOOK!
Mid-Century Memories,
The Boston & Maine Railroad: 1936-1950.
During the Golden Age of Steam, author Robert L. MacDonald made fast friends with the Boston & Maine Railroad. Travel back in time with us across New England documenting the iron horse on the “Route of the Minute Man”
131 pages, over 165 photos. Price $24.95 plus $4.00 shipping
T-SHIRT! Black with new square herald Boston & Maine logo.100% pre-shrunk cotton. Made in USA. M-L-XL – $12.95 XXL – $14.95 plus $4.50 P&H
Baseball Hat – BLACK HAT with new square herald safety first embroidered on back. $14.00 plus $4.50 P and H.
Shadow Script T-Shirts!
Color: Black. Available is sizes adult M, L, XL, $12.95 each plus $4.00 s&h (for up to two t-shirts) or in adult XXL for $14.95 each plus $4.50 p&h.(for up to two shirts) Made in USA
BOSTON-MAINE AIRWAYS Tee-ShirtPrinted in Orange and Black on White, you’ll be the hit of the flight line or the photo line with this colorful tee designed by our own Richard Symmes. Made in USA and available in sizes M, L & XL at $13.95 each, XXL at $14.95 each plus $4.50 p&h (up to two shirts may be shipped for $4.50)
BACK AGAIN
Blue McGinnis–era T-shirts featuring the McGinnis Herald in sizes M, L, X-L @ $12.95 and XX-L @ $14.95 plus $4.50 p&h. USA made..
B&M #410
RESTORATION EFFORT
Help support the ongoing cosmetic restoration of 0-6-0 No. 410 – All proceeds from the sale of the item advertised below go directly to the #410 Restoration Project.
#410 T-SHIRT – Ash color T shirt with screen print photo of #410 and railcar. Sizes M-L-XL-XL Cost is $14.95, also available in XXL at $15.95 plus $4.50 p&h.(for up to two shirts)
USA made
PATCHES 410 Manchester Locomotive Works cloth patch. 2 1/2 inches round embroidered cloth sew-on patch. Blue with silver trim. $2.50 ea. Plus .50 p&h. (up to 3 patches
BOSTON & MAINE: 1945-1975
With Donald G. Hills
By Carl Byron
Join one of New England’s most prolific photographers (and retired B&M Dispatcher) for a rare glimpse of railroading on the B&M as it was from the postwar period through the mid-1970s.
$59.95 ea. Postage paid (USA). Canadian and Foreign orders require an additional $8.00 per book.
TRACKSIDE AROUND BOSTON 1942-1962
With LAWSON HILL
By Carl Byron
Throughout the 1940s Lawson Hill lived in Waban, a section of Newton, Massachusetts. A long time rail fan, in 1942 took his camera and skills trackside to record the changing scene on the local roads – Boston & Maine, New Haven and Boston & Albany. Follow his excursions around Boston in the 1940s and 50s in this 128 page all-color book. $54.95 ea. Postage paid (USA). Canadian and Foreign orders require an additional $8.00 per book.
A PINPRICK OF LIGHT:
The Troy and Greenfield Railroad and its Hoosac Tunnel
By Carl Byron**Autographed copies**
The updated edition of this superb book which chronicles the fascinating story of the building and operation of the “Great Bore”. Authored by B&MRRHS Charter Member Carl Byron, and re-published by New England Press, this second edition features additional photos and test. 152 pages, softbound, 5 ½”x8 ½”. $16.95 plus $4.00 P&H
B&M Trackside with Arthur E. Mitchell
By Carl Byron
An all color look at one man’s love of the Boston & Maine. Art Mitchell exposed the majority of the irreplaceable images in this book between 1952 and 1956.After a 15-year absence, as the old B&M collapsed in place, he then returned trackside in the 1970s to record B&M striving to regain its financial health and find a niche in a changed New England. Art’s photography chiefly covers the end of the steam-early diesel days of the mid-50s. Special side subjects on topics like B&M E-units and Alco RS road switchers.
$54.95 includes P&H (USA deliveries only) Canada and overseas are an additional $8.00 P&H
Boston and Maine Memories
Featuring the photography and career of
B&MRRHS member Preston Johnson
by George and Catherine Melvin
Take a trip down memory lane as we guide you through the early years of the 45 year career of Preston Johnson of the Boston and Maine Railroad. With 230 stunning photographs of steam locomotives, brand new diesels, stations, towers and yards all richly captioned with details of the operation and history. Learn how Preston recorded the sounds of the B&M live steam engines that were produced on an LP album. 112 page hard bound book with dust cover, black and white and color photographs spanning 3 decades.
Price is $49.95, including shipping costs!
1950-1970 WITH RUSS MUNROE
By Jeremy F. Plant
The State’s three major railroads – NH, B&M and B&A – as well as some smaller roads are scrutinized in full color by a noted rail photographer Russ Munroe. $59.95 ea, postage paid (USA) Canadian and foreign orders require an additional $8.00 per book.
BOSTON & MAINE in Color Vol. 2
By: Carl Byron
This all color 128 page hardcover book is a year by year chronology of the B&M from just after World War II through the troubled McGinnis years, bankruptcy and eventually Guilford
Special B&MRRHS member pricing of $55.95 postage paid!! (Regular price is $59.95) Canadian and foreign orders require an additional $8.00 per book.
MAINE CENTRAL IN COLOR
VOLUMES 1 and 2
Jeremy F. Plant, George F. Melvin
From Bangor to Crawford Notch and everywhere, these color anthologies of photography showcase the Maine Central as the state’s premier rail transportation company. All color.
Vol.1$49.95 each Postage paid (USA). Canadian and Foreign orders require an additional $8.00 per book.
Vol. 2$54.95 each Postage paid (USA). Canadian and Foreign orders require an additional $8.00 per book.
Vol. 3$59.95 each Postage paid (USA) Canadian and Foreign orders require an additional $8.00 per book
The Boston & Maine in Color
By Jeremy F. and Jeffrey G. Plant
The Boston & Maine in Color is a photographic portrayal of the B&M in the era of color photography. The organization is by time period reflecting the changes in the operation, equipment, architecture and the economy of the region served by the B&M.
128 pages, hardcover, all color: By Morning Sun Books $49.95 including postage (USA deliveries only)
Canada and overseas are an additional $8.00 P&H
THE CENTRAL MASS
Published by Marker Press in cooperation with the B&MRRHS)
Hard Cover, The Central Mass., first published by the Boston and Maine Railroad Historical Society in 1975, set forth the colorful history of the line, from its beginning as the Massachusetts Central until the publication date Special B&MRRHS member pricing of $37.95 postage paid!!
Trackside around New Hampshire
1950 –1970 with Ben English, Jr.
George F. Melvin
Examine the “Granite State” in full color during the period right after steam but prior to Guilford.
Super coverage of the entire state!
$59.95 postage paid!
A History of the
Boston & Maine Railroad
Exploring New Hampshire’s Rugged Heart by Rail
By: Dr. Bruce D. Heald
On June 27, 1835, New Hampshire chartered the Boston & Maine Railroad, and a juggernaut was born. By 1900, the B&M operated some 2,300 mile of track in northern New England, having since its inception. From the gravity defying Mount Washington Cog Railway to logging transport trains to the famous Depression-era Snow Train, AHistory of the Boston & Maine Railroad traces the fascinating history of New England’s most renowned railway
Order this book at $22.00 postage paid!
The Railroad Was Our Life
Five original Boston & Maine Railroad employees tell their stories through pictures and memories.
By: Mike Enos, Locomotive Engineer on the Boston & Maine Railroad for over 40 years.
Employees share their memories and pictures along with comments about different types of equipment, variety of jobs and branches of service. A must-have book, over 120 color pictures!
$36.00 with shipping of $4.00. MA residents add $2.25 tax.
Marium Foster's Boston and Maine Railroad
Marium Foster began working for the Boston and Maine Railroad in 1917, as a senior in high school, and worked at various stations on the B&M as a ticket agent and freight cashier until her retirement in 1958. She took hundreds of photographs to illustrate her columns. Those photos made this book possible. They chronicle the dramatic changes that occurred on the B&M during her 41 years with the railroad. Price $24.95 plus $3.00 shipping
B&MRRHS ARCHIVES PUBLICATIONS
Reprints of Boston & Maine Shop Manuals, Structure Diagrams, and Standards Plan Charts, reproduced form originals in the B&MRRHS Archives. For research or modeling purposes, these items are available.
Boston and Maine
Freight Train Symbol Book no. 3; August 30, 1920 $5.00
Boston and Maine
Freight Train Symbol Book No. 29; April 26, 1936 $5.00
FTSB’s reproductions are 3-hole punched in a protective report cover. A veritable encyclopedia of information for the B&M historian and modelers.
B&M Diesel Locomotive Classifications $7.00
B&M Routes Available for Detours – 1953 $5.00
1937 Characteristics Charts $5.00
Freight Car Lettering Manual #1: 1900-1907 $5.00
Track & Structure Diagrams #3 $5.00
Track & Structure Diagrams #4 $5.00
B&M/MEC Rail Motor Cars $5.00
Maximum Weight & Clearance Charts $5.00
Postage & Handling:
1 Publication - $2.00. Add $1.00 for each additional publication ordered. Not to exceed $6.00 total postage.
Four books from” Images of Rail” series
by Dr. Bruce D. Heald…
Profusely illustrated with black and white photos from the B&MRRHS Archival Collection:
BOSTON & MAINE IN THE 19TH CENTURY
BOSTON & MAINE IN THE 20TH CENTURY
The above books are $19.99 each plus $5.00 for priority mailing. ($6.00 for 2-4 books)
BOSTON & MAINE LOCOMOTIVES
BOSTON & MAINE TRAINS & SERVICES
These books are $20.99 each plus $5.00 each for Priority Mailing, $6.00 for 2-4 books
MORE B&M READING……
Boston and Maine STEAM Vol. 1:
Class P-3, P-4 and P-5 Pacifics.
$20.00 plus $3.00 P&H
Equipment of the Boston & Maine Volume 1
Diesel Switchers & Road Switchers:
Alco, EMD, GE, Plymouth
$15.00 plus $3.00 P&H
Equipment of the Boston & Maine Volume 2
Diesel Cab Units:
EMD FT, F3, F7, E7 and E8
$15.00 plus $3.00 P&H
The Boston & Maine Volume 3 – Gas/Diesel
Railcars, Talgo and Electric Locomotives, Flying Yankee, RDC Highliners
$15.00 plus $3.00 P&H
The Boston, Revere Beach & Lynn
A photographic look back at this unique Narrow Gauge Commuter railroad.
$18.00 plus $3.00 P&H
Railway Milk Cars – Volume 1
Milk cars on the Rutland and Boston & Maine including HP Hood, Borden, Wieland, Sealtest and Brookside, just to name a few!
$15.00 plus $3.00 P&H
Railway Milk Cars -Volume 2
On the Rutland and B&M including Hood, Borden, Sealtest, Brookside.
$15.00 plus $3.00 P&H
Railroad Cities: Concord, New Hampshire
By Bob Liljestrand and Dave Sweetland
This book features photos of Concord station, roundhouse, and environs going back to the 1950s. Also, included are scenes from the Suncook Valley RR and other subjects.
$15.00 plus $3.00 P&H
Passenger Cars of New England -Volume 1
Boston & Maine - a handy guide for modelers and historians seeking general information and photographs of New England passenger equipment. Each volume is 48 pages, nicely illustrated.
$ 13.95 plus $3.00 P&H
Passenger Cars of New England – Volume 2
Bangor and Aroostook & Maine Central
$ 13.95 plus $3.00 P&H
Passenger Cars of New England – Volume 3
Central Vermont and Rutland
$ 13.95 plus $3.00 P&H
Postage note – Do not exceed $9.00 in postage when ordering multiple books from this list.
These photo books include many photos never before published from the collection of Bob’s Photos and others..
B&M Bulletin
---Back issues available ---
Fill in your collection of the award-winning B&M Bulletin while back issues are still available.
These special prices for the B&M Bulletin
are available through this merchandise catalog only. Prices are not available at shows, only while supplies last!
Spring 1983 $3.25July 1986 $3.95
Vol. XVI #4 $4.95
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Special Member DISCOUNT: deduct $1.00 off all $3.95, $4.95, $5.95 and $6.95 bulletins – deduct $3.00 off all $10.00 bulletins!
NEW VIDEO
ALCO Heaven 1: American Locomotive Company/MLW - Steam, Diesels & MoreFeatures: Hauling the World (documentary), Green Mountain Tradition, ALCOs in the Ozarks, ALCOs in the Cornfield, ALCOs in the Adirondacks, Burbers Along the Battenkill, North of the Border (salute to MLW), 18s on the the Air Line, Heaven on Earth (Scranton), Peace Train, Give Me an "S"!, DLs in the Desert, and Dream Steam. Bonus Features: Behind the Lens, ALCO Heritage Museum grand opening celebration (documentary). (127 min.)$24.00 includes shipping
MODEL KITS: "BEST"
Laser cut wood, made in USA. Price includes shipping.
Standard Signal Tower$54.95
Salisbury Point Station$34.95
Alton Bay Station$69.95
Alton Bay Covered Platform $164.95
Alton Bay Freight House $149.95
Sawyer River Station$74.95
Sawyer River Car House$34.95
Wolfeboro Freight House$89.95
Rockingham Junction Station$99.95
Rockingham Jct. Frt. House$44.95
Crossing Shanties (set of 2)$24.95
Lisbon Milk Shed/Express Office$64.95
Whitefield Junction-Ball Signal$69.95
Phillips Beach Station $124.95
B&M BULLETIN REPRINTS
Vol. 1: Fall 1971 – Summer 1972
Vol. 2: Sept 1972 – June 1973
Vol. 3: Sept. 1973 – June 1974
Vol. 4:Fall 1974 – Summer 1975
Vol. 5: Fall 1975 – Summer 1976
Vol. 6: Fall 1976 – Summer 1977
Vol. 7: Fall 1977—Summer 1978
These are high quality photocopies with 3-hole punch bindings for easy reference.
Cost per volume is $12.00 each plus $3.00 P&H (1 set)
or $4.00 (2 to 3 sets) or $5.00 (4 to 6 sets).
Modeler’s Notes on CD-Rom:
Modeler’s Notes—Part 1
Includes Volumes 1-25
Modeler’s Notes—Part 2
Includes Volumes 26—50
Modeler’s Notes—Part 3
Includes Volumes 51—75
Modeler’s Notes—Part 4
Includes Volumes 76—100
Parts 1-4 are $15.00 each plus $3.00 shipping.
Also—Index of the B&M Bulletin
$5.00 each postage paid!
NEW VIDEO
ALCO Heaven 2: American Locomotive Company/MLW - Steam, Diesels & MoreFeatures: Hauling the World (documentary), Maritime MLWs, King of the Wild Frontier, Heaven on Earth (Cambridge, NY), D&H Delivery, Lamentable Lamoille Valley, Where Eagles Have Flown, C420 to Little Rock, Newton Falls by Noon, Livin' the ALCO Dream, '36 in the Sticks, Give Me an "S"!, and Dream Steam. Bonus Features: Behind the Lens, ALCO Heritage Museum grand opening celebration (documentary), and Photo Finish. (137 min.)$24.00 includes shipping
George H. Hill’s - The Boston & Maine Railroad Show
This DVD contains images of the Boston and Maine Railroad shot between 1948 and 1954 by its Director of Public Relations, George H. Hill. Fortunately Mr. Hill kept the original 16 mm film after his retirement from the B&M circa. 1960. In the late 1980’s the Boston & Maine Railroad Historical Society, Inc. acquired the film for preservation and eventual duplication. The B&MRRHS is pleased and honored to present this encore performance of George H. Hill’s Boston & Maine Railroad Show.
We’re sure you will enjoy it! $35.00 postage paid
New England Rail Videos:
Vintage B&M-MEC featuring the Movie Mastery of Stan Whitney. Premium quality videos professionally narrated with authentic B&M steam and early diesel sound provided by Preston Johnson.. Produced by Herron Rail Services in cooperation with James T. Ickes.
New England Glory: The Mountain Division – follow the E7 powered Mountaineer from North Station through scenic Crawford Notch. $39.95 plus $3.50 S&H (77 min)
The Boston & Maine in the Four Seasons:
Volume One – Summer & Fall – Featuring Pacific, Moguls, Atlantic and E7’s. Mainline commuter service in the Boston area – trains such as Kennebec, The Gull, Flying Yankee and Mountaineer. $39.95 plus $3.50 S&H (44 Min)
The Boston & Maine in the Four Seasons:
Volume Two – Winter & Spring – Spectacular coverage of fast-paced action with steam and diesel powered trains bucking snow drifts as workers shovel station platforms. $39.95 plus $3.50 S&H (51 Min)
RAILS ALONG THE RIVER” White River to St. Johnsbury,
VT. Railroads have hugged the scenic Connecticut and Passumpsic Rivers since the 1840’s. All aboard for a memorable “then and now” adventure over former B&M and CPR rails through colorful villages and natural wonders from White River Junction to Saint Johnsbury, Vermont. Side trips on the Claremont Concord, Woodstock, Montpelier & Wells River, Lamoille Valley, Maine Central, Conway Scenic, and Fifteen Mile Falls Railroad. Bonus features: Mass Bay and 470 Club excursions. 2 hour DVD includes chaptering and bonus features. $24.00 – includes shipping.