Well, not as much work got done over the last weekend, because of the yearly Trolley Pageant. It started at 1:08 and ended at 2:15. Here are some more stats (sorry about the formating):
Car Motorman Conductor
CLS/CTA 4391 Ed Rosengren Dallas Crew
IT 415 John Schnegle
CNS&M 251-749 Joe Stupar Gwyn Stupar
CNS&M 160-714 Dan Buck Steve Lewkowycz
CA&E 431 Jeff Obarek Jim Pechous
CA&E 308-309 Randy Hicks
CRT/CTA 1808-1754 Rick Block Bob Elliott
CRT/CTA 4410-4290-4412 Greg Stepanek Greg Courvorst
CTA 41-22 Jim Nauer Dennis Matl
SEPTA 55 Bill Wulfert Steve Jirsa
CSL/CTA 1374 Paul Sprenger Randy Allegrezza
CSL/CTA 144 Bill Thiel Frank Sirinek
CSL/CTA 3142 Bob Opal
SS 68 Bob Kutella David Wilkins
IT 101 Stan Wdowikowski
IT 1565 Dave Diamond Jerry Lynn
CE 4 Joel Ahrendt
TM L7 Andy Sunderland
CNS&M 229 Scott Greig
CNS&M 604 - TM L4 Bob Rayunec Bob Sundelin
Bob Heinlein was the carline dispatcher and Frank Hicks was the car starter. In addition to these, there were many out in the yards throwing switches: Carl I., Dan M., Wes L and probably others that I've forgotten (which is why I generally don't name names, because I'll forget someone), but will hopefully fill in their name in the comments section.
There are countless pictures around the net, but the ones I know of are: hickscarworks (dot) blogspot (dot) com; and in the members gallery here on irm (dot) org under Adam Robillard.
There was some work done on CNS&M 714 on Saturday as a contactor decided that it wanted to be cleaned. (To the dismay of the operating crew which had to run a one car for the rest of the day). The able bodied crew of the Car Shop was able to work out the bugs and have the car back in service on Sunday.
CNS&M 251 made some rare runs over the three day weekend as well. This car needs a lot of roof work and some other repairs, but as sometimes happens, needs the money to do so. If anyone wishes, a check can be sent to the museum with the note of CNS 251 on it for the repair of this rare combine. It would be nice to be able to use the car on other days to provide a place for wheelchair visitors to ride the North Shore cars.
There was also the dedication of the CA&E 309 on Saturday. That is posted in another blog, as well as on the hicks website (see below).
Sunday brought some of the car department workers to help Adam Robillard of the Track Department to help tamp and level Yard 6. It's needed it for a while, and the weekend gave Adam the chance to do it with help.
Respectfully Submitted,
Joel Ahrendt
Comments
Sun, 05-19-2013 22:13
Hello again. I had an idea that was (somewhat rudely, mid-sentence) dismissed in talking to a museum volunteer a few years back, but here it goes [...]
Thu, 05-16-2013 21:52
Looking good Bob! I hope to come out soon once I'm done with school.
Wed, 05-15-2013 21:28
I was not around at the time. General discussion suggests that it was "pretty marginal" in a number of areas. Nigel
Mon, 05-13-2013 11:08
"THUMBS UP!"
Fri, 05-10-2013 02:15
No, it will not be necessary to hold any of the work waiting for the plow to be turned, end for end. Weather will be the major factor, but there will [...]
Thu, 05-09-2013 19:54
The CGW X-38 plow is really coming to life. Bob Kutella and Vic and crew need to be very proud of your collective efforts. I am very appreciative of [...]
Thu, 05-09-2013 15:20
The snowplow looks great! Are you going to apply the door and upper windows befor it is turned to continue work?
Thu, 05-09-2013 09:09
Max, Is there any progress to report yet, in regards to the installation of the poles and overhead wires? Have a good day, sir.
Wed, 05-08-2013 18:40
Thanks for the update! I still don't understand why Commonwealth #5 was removed from service. Do you know why?
Tue, 05-07-2013 09:28
Mr. Kolanowski.....I was just wondering if the Spaulding webcam will be up and running soon for us stay-at-homes. Thanks!2FP
Mon, 05-06-2013 23:04
Max, Has work begun yet on the construction phase of erecting the poles and putting up the wire? Wish I could be there to watch it happen.
Mon, 05-06-2013 23:02
Keep up the good work, Bob. Wish I could be there to help!!!!!!!