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Monday, October 13. 2008

NYC DOVER STRAIT Update October 12, 2008 Posted by Robert Kutella in New York Central - DOVER STRAIT at 19:27

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NYC DOVER STRAIT Update October 12, 2008

The nearly completed exterior of the DOVER STRAIT was on display Sunday as the car was pulled out of Barn 3 early in the morning and left out for photos and to sun itself. A real treat for the members and fans.

Photo Op

Builders Shot

Perfect Light

MAGNIFICENT!!!

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Wally Unglaub about Wood Shop Update - June 15, 2013
Mon, 06-17-2013 09:50
Wish I could be there to help.

Nigel Bennett about Steam Department Update 06-08-2013
Fri, 06-14-2013 16:50
Matthew, Any special event is the decision of the museum Board. My personal opinion is that it is likely that there would be a special event to [...]

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Hi, I have a question, if or when she is restored and back up and running this or next year. Will their be a special event set up for the return of [...]

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Nigel Bennett about Steam Department Update 06-08-2013
Tue, 06-11-2013 18:03
You are talking here about something well before my time !. I have not seen her with anything other than the whistle she now carries. If she [...]

Hyde Seybold about Steam Department Update 06-08-2013
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Sat, 06-08-2013 15:15
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Nigel Bennett about Steam Department Update 06-01-2013
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Nigel Bennett about Steam Department Update 06-01-2013
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