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Andrews Raid showed importance of railroads

December 1, 2004 Todd DeFeo

James J. Andrews walked precisely as he made his way to the locomotive. Few, if any, noticed him or the raiders following close behind.

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History

Railroad History Runs Deep in Henry County, Georgia

November 29, 2004 Todd DeFeo

On any given day, it’s not uncommon to hear the sound of a passing freight train in McDonough. The railroad roots in Henry County run deep.

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Norfolk Southern

All roads lead to McDonough

November 29, 2004 Todd DeFeo

The GP40 locomotive let off a distinctive hissing sound – the air breaks had just been released.

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Union Pacific

Union Pacific Named a Top Military Friendly Employer

November 16, 2004 Railfanning.org News Wire

G.I. Jobs magazine has named Union Pacific Railroad one of the nation’s top 25 Military Friendly Employers for 2004.

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World

Hundreds injured in Australian derailment

November 16, 2004 Railfanning.org News Wire

Upwards of 160 people were injured Tuesday when a high speed train derailed, taking out trees in its path.

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Union Pacific

Toy Trains or Real-Life Locomotives Power-Up for the Holidays

November 16, 2004 Railfanning.org News Wire

As the holiday season begins to rev up, so do millions of toy train sets circling just as many Christmas trees.

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Norfolk Southern

Five People Killed by Freight Train

November 10, 2004 Railfanning.org News Wire

Five people were killed Nov. 10 when their car was struck by a Norfolk Southern freight train, various news outlets reported.

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CSX

Santa Claus Making His Way to Appalachia for 62nd Running of the Santa Special

November 10, 2004 Railfanning.org News Wire

Santa Claus is delegating his North Pole duties to a team of elves so that he may make his annual railroad trip through Appalachia.

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NTSB

NTSB Releases ‘Most Wanted’ List

November 9, 2004 Railfanning.org News Wire

The National Transportation Safety Board on Nov. 9 said the government should be doing more to prevent accidents and enhance safety for the traveling public.

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Union Pacific

Union Pacific Trains Handling Peak Holiday Shipping From Los Angeles Area Ports

November 8, 2004 Railfanning.org News Wire

Union Pacific is doing its part to ensure the nation’s peak holiday shipping season meets with Santa’s expectations.

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