PRR 6979, M-1, c. 1956         
Chione. Here is a duplicate 35mm color slide via Al Chione. Prominent here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6979, an M-1 (4-8-2) "Mountain" built by the Lima Locomotive Works during September of 1926 and retired in June of 1959 after 33 years of faithful service. Partially visible on the left is a pair of "Decapods," one of which is #4497. The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded.
Date: 3/21/1956 Location: Northumberland, PA   Map Show Northumberland on a rail map Views: 558 Collection Of:   Thomas C. Ayers
Locomotives: PRR 6979(4-8-2) PRR 4497(2-10-0)    Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
PRR 6979, M-1, c. 1956
Picture Categories: Yard,Steam This picture is part of album:  PRR: Pennsy Pix via Mr. Al Chione
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