Received the following announcement via email.
Hackettstown Historical Society News
April 2011
Volume 3, Issue 6
Railroading in Northwest NJ
People familiar with northwest New Jersey are familiar with the miles and miles of rail track that traverse the state. There are many romanticized stories of the railroads, but they are truly the backbone of our country, and helped join east with west. Join us on Thursday, April 7, 2011 as Bob Pennisi, noted railroad author/publisher, takes us for a virtual ride on the rails of Northwestern New Jersey.
The slideshow presentation will cover railroading in Morris, Warren, Sussex and Hunterdon counties. It will focus on the Lackawanna, Erie Lackawanna, Lehigh & Hudson River, Morristown & Erie, Susquehanna, Jersey Central, Conrail & NJ Transit railways. Bob Pennisi, the evening's speaker, was an agent-operator for the Erie Lackawanna from 1962 until 1977 when he left to pursue publishing rail books. He was been an avid rail fan for his entire life and a photographer for over 50 years.. The Hackettstown Historical Society meets in Seay Hall on the campus of historic Centenary College. The meeting begins at 7:30 and is free to Society members. All are welcome; a donation is appreciated from the public. For more information on the Historical Society and its events, please call the museum at 908.852.8797 or visit the Society's website. http://hackettstownhistory.com/
Hackettstown Historical Society
106 Church Street
Hackettstown, NJ 07840
Wednesday, April 06, 2011
Beware of phishing emails
Something a little off the topic, but very important.
Last week a large email marketing services company was hacked, exposing millions of peoples email addresses. There is a good chance that one of the companies that has your email address is a client of this marketing services company. These exposed email addresses could be used to launch a phishing attack. Beware of legitimate looking emails. Read the article linked below for more information.
Millions of emails exposed in major security breach
http://technolog.msnbc.msn.com/_news/2011/04/03/6402261-millions-of-emails-exposed-in-major-security-breach?gt1=43001
For those who do not know what Phishing is, here is a definition from the Computing Dictionary.
phishing definition
security
("brand spoofing", "carding", after "fishing") /fishing/ Sending e-mail that claims to be from some well-known organisation, e.g. a bank, to trick the recipient into revealing information for use in identity theft. The user is told to visit a web site where they are asked to enter information such as passwords, credit card details, social security or bank account numbers. The web site usually looks like it belongs to the organisation in question and may silently redirect the user to the real web site after collecting their data.
For example, a scam started in 2003 claimed that the user's eBay account would be suspended unless he updated his credit card information on a given web site.
Last week a large email marketing services company was hacked, exposing millions of peoples email addresses. There is a good chance that one of the companies that has your email address is a client of this marketing services company. These exposed email addresses could be used to launch a phishing attack. Beware of legitimate looking emails. Read the article linked below for more information.
Millions of emails exposed in major security breach
http://technolog.msnbc.msn.com/_news/2011/04/03/6402261-millions-of-emails-exposed-in-major-security-breach?gt1=43001
For those who do not know what Phishing is, here is a definition from the Computing Dictionary.
phishing definition
security
("brand spoofing", "carding", after "fishing") /fishing/ Sending e-mail that claims to be from some well-known organisation, e.g. a bank, to trick the recipient into revealing information for use in identity theft. The user is told to visit a web site where they are asked to enter information such as passwords, credit card details, social security or bank account numbers. The web site usually looks like it belongs to the organisation in question and may silently redirect the user to the real web site after collecting their data.
For example, a scam started in 2003 claimed that the user's eBay account would be suspended unless he updated his credit card information on a given web site.
Ringling Brothers circus will be arriving in May!
(Modeling idea from one of our customers.)
... as that is what the billboard is advertising. The painters are putting on the finishing touches as the morning sun is starting to shine on them. I got this idea while attending a ice hockey game in Trenton. There were some advertisements regarding the circus's arrival laying around. I thought that using some creativity and a scanner might result in a billboard. This ad was made by cutting and taping those original ads to be a little bigger than the billboard kit poster's space. I scanned it in along with adding text and dates. Had to experiment with the font and colors to see what combination looked best. Once that was done, I used a photo editing program to print off this "photo" of the ad then carefully trimmed so it would fit in on the billboard. Elmer's White glue was used and matte photo paper from Staples was used when printing it off. I thought that creating this allows my layout to be a little more personalized by creating a one-of-a-kind billboard.
... as that is what the billboard is advertising. The painters are putting on the finishing touches as the morning sun is starting to shine on them. I got this idea while attending a ice hockey game in Trenton. There were some advertisements regarding the circus's arrival laying around. I thought that using some creativity and a scanner might result in a billboard. This ad was made by cutting and taping those original ads to be a little bigger than the billboard kit poster's space. I scanned it in along with adding text and dates. Had to experiment with the font and colors to see what combination looked best. Once that was done, I used a photo editing program to print off this "photo" of the ad then carefully trimmed so it would fit in on the billboard. Elmer's White glue was used and matte photo paper from Staples was used when printing it off. I thought that creating this allows my layout to be a little more personalized by creating a one-of-a-kind billboard.
Saturday, April 02, 2011
Easter Bunny Train Ride tickets NOW ON SALE!
Received the following information via email from Mr. E. Bunny, c/o Delaware River Railroad Excursions, Phillipsburg, NJ.
Easter Bunny Train Ride & Easter Egg Hunt
Ride our classic train along the beautiful Delaware River.
Celebrate the coming of Spring with a visit from the Easter Bunny on the Delaware River Railroad Excursions. Board our beautifully decorated train and visit with the EasterBunny! Join Mr. Bunny on a ride to his home! Once we arrive in the Bunny patch join Mr. Rabbit for an Easter Egg Hunt!
Every child will be able to look for their very own colorful Easter Egg. Each egg is filled with either a small toy or candy and each child can forage for a couple of eggs!
NEW THIS YEAR!
The Amazing Juggler Josh Horton and Gary the banjo playing Hobo.
An 1.5 hour train trip.
A stop at the bunny patch for an Easter Egg Hunt.
Entertainment by one of todays best young jugglers.
Photography by JED studios ( the same folks that do the photography for The Polar Express).
A banjo playing Hobo.
AND
Mr. Rabbit himself.
This is a fun trip for the whole family!
4 trips a day!
11:00 AM- 12:30 PM- 2:00 PM- 3:30 PM
April 16, 17 & 23
For more information and to order tickets, please visit the following web site:
http://877trainride.com/Easter.htm
Easter Bunny Train Ride & Easter Egg Hunt
Ride our classic train along the beautiful Delaware River.
Celebrate the coming of Spring with a visit from the Easter Bunny on the Delaware River Railroad Excursions. Board our beautifully decorated train and visit with the EasterBunny! Join Mr. Bunny on a ride to his home! Once we arrive in the Bunny patch join Mr. Rabbit for an Easter Egg Hunt!
Every child will be able to look for their very own colorful Easter Egg. Each egg is filled with either a small toy or candy and each child can forage for a couple of eggs!
NEW THIS YEAR!
The Amazing Juggler Josh Horton and Gary the banjo playing Hobo.
An 1.5 hour train trip.
A stop at the bunny patch for an Easter Egg Hunt.
Entertainment by one of todays best young jugglers.
Photography by JED studios ( the same folks that do the photography for The Polar Express).
A banjo playing Hobo.
AND
Mr. Rabbit himself.
This is a fun trip for the whole family!
4 trips a day!
11:00 AM- 12:30 PM- 2:00 PM- 3:30 PM
April 16, 17 & 23
For more information and to order tickets, please visit the following web site:
http://877trainride.com/Easter.htm
NS announces 2011 Investor and Financial Analyst Conference
Received the following via email.
April 1, 2011
Norfolk Southern announces 2011 Investor and Financial Analyst Conference
NORFOLK, VA. -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) will hold its 2011 Investor and Financial Analyst Conference on June 8 for active buy- and sell-side analysts as well as the company's largest shareholders at the Blair County Convention Center in Altoona, Pa.
Norfolk Southern plans to present a comprehensive overview of the company's operating, financial, and strategic initiatives at the event, which will begin at 8 a.m. and conclude around 3 p.m. The morning session will include prepared presentations, while the afternoon session will include a guided tour of Norfolk Southern's Juniata Locomotive Shop, the company's primary overhaul and heavy repair facility for its fleet of locomotives.
The convention center is located at 1 Convention Center Dr. in Altoona. It is a 35-minute drive from the Altoona-Blair County Airport at Martinsburg, Pa., a one-hour drive from the University Park Airport at State College, and a 2½-hour drive from Pittsburgh International Airport.
Those interested in attending the meeting should first signal their interest by visiting http://www.nscorp.com/, selecting the "Investors" tab, and submitting the required application information by May 6, 2011. NS then will contact qualified applicants in order to finalize their reservations for the conference.
NS will host a dinner at the convention center the night before the conference and will provide a continental breakfast and lunch during the conference itself. Applications should note any dietary restrictions or other special requirements.
NS' intent is to accommodate everyone who wants to attend the conference; however, attendance will be restricted if demand exceeds capacity. Each firm should limit its participation to a single representative.
Simultaneous Webcast details for interested investors will be provided at a later date.
Norfolk Southern Corporation is one of the nation's premier transportation companies. Its Norfolk Southern Railway subsidiary operates approximately 20,000 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serving every major container port in the eastern United States and providing superior connections to western rail carriers. Norfolk Southern operates the most extensive intermodal network in the East and is North America's largest rail carrier of metals and automotive products.
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Norfolk Southern contacts:
(Media) Rudy Husband, 610-567-3377 (rudy.husband@nscorp.com)
(Investors) Michael Hostutler, 757-629-2861 (michael.hostutler@nscorp.com)
April 1, 2011
Norfolk Southern announces 2011 Investor and Financial Analyst Conference
NORFOLK, VA. -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) will hold its 2011 Investor and Financial Analyst Conference on June 8 for active buy- and sell-side analysts as well as the company's largest shareholders at the Blair County Convention Center in Altoona, Pa.
Norfolk Southern plans to present a comprehensive overview of the company's operating, financial, and strategic initiatives at the event, which will begin at 8 a.m. and conclude around 3 p.m. The morning session will include prepared presentations, while the afternoon session will include a guided tour of Norfolk Southern's Juniata Locomotive Shop, the company's primary overhaul and heavy repair facility for its fleet of locomotives.
The convention center is located at 1 Convention Center Dr. in Altoona. It is a 35-minute drive from the Altoona-Blair County Airport at Martinsburg, Pa., a one-hour drive from the University Park Airport at State College, and a 2½-hour drive from Pittsburgh International Airport.
Those interested in attending the meeting should first signal their interest by visiting http://www.nscorp.com/, selecting the "Investors" tab, and submitting the required application information by May 6, 2011. NS then will contact qualified applicants in order to finalize their reservations for the conference.
NS will host a dinner at the convention center the night before the conference and will provide a continental breakfast and lunch during the conference itself. Applications should note any dietary restrictions or other special requirements.
NS' intent is to accommodate everyone who wants to attend the conference; however, attendance will be restricted if demand exceeds capacity. Each firm should limit its participation to a single representative.
Simultaneous Webcast details for interested investors will be provided at a later date.
Norfolk Southern Corporation is one of the nation's premier transportation companies. Its Norfolk Southern Railway subsidiary operates approximately 20,000 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serving every major container port in the eastern United States and providing superior connections to western rail carriers. Norfolk Southern operates the most extensive intermodal network in the East and is North America's largest rail carrier of metals and automotive products.
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Norfolk Southern contacts:
(Media) Rudy Husband, 610-567-3377 (rudy.husband@nscorp.com)
(Investors) Michael Hostutler, 757-629-2861 (michael.hostutler@nscorp.com)
Friday, April 01, 2011
Close Clearances Revisited
Received the following photos and captions via email. Photographer unknown.
A lesson on close clearances
A lesson on close clearances
Vehicles are shipped by rail in what is known as auto racks.
Auto racks are over 20 feet tall and are fully enclosed to protect the vehicles from damage. (12/31/2010)
Not all railroad tracks can accommodate 20 foot high freight cars.
Note the sheared roof and bent ends on this auto rack because of a recent mishap in Locust Point, Baltimore, MD. (3/20/11)
The destination of these auto racks was Curtis Bay, MD, which likely meant that these vehicles were destined for export. After the mishap, the damaged auto racks and vehicles were moved to the domestic vehicle distribution center at Jessup, MD for unloading and evaluation. (3/20/2011)
Happy CONRAIL Day! (C-Day, plus 35 years)
No foolin'...and Happy New Month! Conrail came into being, 35 years ago.
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Route 206 bridge over the Trenton Line progress rpt...
(Train sightings on 3-27-11.)
CSX's Q417 passes in front of Route 206's northern bridge abutment (MP 50 on the TL) with its mixed consist of freight on March 27, 2011 in Belle Mead, NJ. Motive power was CSX 8764 (SD60M) and CSX 8844 (ex-CR 6480; SD40-2). The southern bridge abutment has been completed and grading the area around it has been done. With the severe winter New Jersey has experienced, I would speculate that construction project is behind schedule. Originally, it was said the new bridge's steel spans for the Route 206 roadway would be in place by February. As one can see, that has not happened. The old span, seen in the background, is best described by saying its days are definitely numbered.
CSX's Q417 passes in front of Route 206's northern bridge abutment (MP 50 on the TL) with its mixed consist of freight on March 27, 2011 in Belle Mead, NJ. Motive power was CSX 8764 (SD60M) and CSX 8844 (ex-CR 6480; SD40-2). The southern bridge abutment has been completed and grading the area around it has been done. With the severe winter New Jersey has experienced, I would speculate that construction project is behind schedule. Originally, it was said the new bridge's steel spans for the Route 206 roadway would be in place by February. As one can see, that has not happened. The old span, seen in the background, is best described by saying its days are definitely numbered.
Saturday, March 26, 2011
I should have heeded my wife's advice!
(Train sightings on 3-21-11.)
Why do I question Deb’s wisdom? Monday illustrates a good example of why I say that. Ringling Brothers Red Unit Circus train was scheduled to depart Newark in the afternoon for its 534 mile trip to Youngstown, Ohio. The location I selected to photograh the circus train would be the Valley Road grade crossing (MP 40 on the LEHL) in Hillsborough. At 3:15, my wait would start under overcast skies and an intermittent drizzle, definitely not the best conditions. These weather conditions were definitely better when compared to the Red Unit’s trip from Philadelphia into Newark back on February 21st. Snow was my constant companion on that day!
My wait would be interrupted by NS 6140's approaching headlight on NS H74. This local freight would be working the Aeropres facility here at MP 40. While shifting some tank cars, the dispatcher questioned as to how long they would be since the circus train was about an hour away. This was around 3:55. Their response was they would be done shortly and then be heading west. At 4:45, H74 finished up their switching and proceeded to head west with eleven cars in a push-pull mode. Ahhh… it wouldn’t be long now before the circus train was here I thought.
Around 5:08, a westbound approaching headlight could be seen through the ground fog. Perhaps this finally would be what I was waiting for, the circus train. There was no chatter on my scanner to indicate this train’s symbol so I surmised it had to be the circus train. My hopes were shot down when I saw this was NS 9190 as the leader for this mixed freight. NS 33K’s sixty-four cars added up to a 4,100 foot-long train.
As the daylight started to fade and the drizzle picking up in intensity, I decided to call it a day at around 5:35. Calling my wife, I let her know that I was on my way home. She inquired if I saw the circus train and my reply was no. I then went on to say the rain was getting more intense, the existing light was fading, there was no chatter on the scanner and yadda, yadda, yadda,… She said give it fifteen more minutes. I responded by saying it wasn’t worth the wait since there was no indication it was anywhere near my location and conditions were not getting any better. With that she said “I’ll see you when you get home.”
After dinner, I decided to see why the circus train was delayed via the internet postings. I was surprised that if I had taken my wife’s advice to “…give it fifteen more minutes.” , I would have seen the circus train! It was passing through Port Reading Jct at 5:47. That location was a little over two miles east from where I was. Once again the “15 minute rule” was in effect on this day. This rule states that fifteen minutes after you leave a spot, the train you have been waiting for will appear! I suppose that next time I should also take my wife’s advice and stay.
Why do I question Deb’s wisdom? Monday illustrates a good example of why I say that. Ringling Brothers Red Unit Circus train was scheduled to depart Newark in the afternoon for its 534 mile trip to Youngstown, Ohio. The location I selected to photograh the circus train would be the Valley Road grade crossing (MP 40 on the LEHL) in Hillsborough. At 3:15, my wait would start under overcast skies and an intermittent drizzle, definitely not the best conditions. These weather conditions were definitely better when compared to the Red Unit’s trip from Philadelphia into Newark back on February 21st. Snow was my constant companion on that day!
My wait would be interrupted by NS 6140's approaching headlight on NS H74. This local freight would be working the Aeropres facility here at MP 40. While shifting some tank cars, the dispatcher questioned as to how long they would be since the circus train was about an hour away. This was around 3:55. Their response was they would be done shortly and then be heading west. At 4:45, H74 finished up their switching and proceeded to head west with eleven cars in a push-pull mode. Ahhh… it wouldn’t be long now before the circus train was here I thought.
Around 5:08, a westbound approaching headlight could be seen through the ground fog. Perhaps this finally would be what I was waiting for, the circus train. There was no chatter on my scanner to indicate this train’s symbol so I surmised it had to be the circus train. My hopes were shot down when I saw this was NS 9190 as the leader for this mixed freight. NS 33K’s sixty-four cars added up to a 4,100 foot-long train.
As the daylight started to fade and the drizzle picking up in intensity, I decided to call it a day at around 5:35. Calling my wife, I let her know that I was on my way home. She inquired if I saw the circus train and my reply was no. I then went on to say the rain was getting more intense, the existing light was fading, there was no chatter on the scanner and yadda, yadda, yadda,… She said give it fifteen more minutes. I responded by saying it wasn’t worth the wait since there was no indication it was anywhere near my location and conditions were not getting any better. With that she said “I’ll see you when you get home.”
After dinner, I decided to see why the circus train was delayed via the internet postings. I was surprised that if I had taken my wife’s advice to “…give it fifteen more minutes.” , I would have seen the circus train! It was passing through Port Reading Jct at 5:47. That location was a little over two miles east from where I was. Once again the “15 minute rule” was in effect on this day. This rule states that fifteen minutes after you leave a spot, the train you have been waiting for will appear! I suppose that next time I should also take my wife’s advice and stay.
Friday, March 25, 2011
Big Little Railroad Shop at Flemington Train Show
The Big Little Railroad Shop will be a vendor at the The Black River Railroad Historical Trust Train Show in Flemington, NJ, on Saturday, March 26, 2011. Stop by our table and say hello. The show will be held at the Flemington Elks Lodge on Route 31 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. More information on their web site: http://www.brrht.org/ and on the flyer below.
Note: click on flyer to see it full size, then use your browser's BACK button to return here.
Note: click on flyer to see it full size, then use your browser's BACK button to return here.
Amtrak Heritage unit #156 - Phase I paint scheme
To mark Amtrak's 40th Anniversary this year 5 locomotives will wear 5 different heritage paint schemes. Here are pictures of the second unit to enter revenue service, P-42 #156, wearing a Phase I paint scheme.
Also see our postings on Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2011 and Sunday, Feb. 6, 2011.
Also see our postings on Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2011 and Sunday, Feb. 6, 2011.
Photo taken in Chicago, IL on 3/16/2011 by Gabe Argenta.
For more info, follow this link: http://www.railpictures.net/viewphoto.php?id=357124
Photo taken at Crown Point, NY on 3/19/2011 by Kevin Burkholder.
For more info, follow this link: http://photos.nerail.org/showpic/?2011032201402327482.jpg
Photo taken at Port Kent, NY on 3/20/2011 by Kevin Burkholder.
For more info, follow this link: http://photos.nerail.org/showpic/?2011032201581727873.jpg
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
NYSME 2011 Spring Model Railroad Exibition
Received the following via email. Click on the picture to see it full size, then use your browser's BACK button to return here.
NS Annual Report - Optimistic outlook follows 'strong' 2010
Received the following via email.
March 23, 2011
Optimistic outlook follows 'strong' 2010, Norfolk Southern CEO says in Annual Report
NORFOLK, VA. - Looking ahead with optimism after last year's second-highest earnings ever, Norfolk Southern Corporation CEO Wick Moorman (NYSE: NSC) says in the 2010 Annual Report that the company is prepared for "the volumes we expect throughout 2011 and beyond, in what I believe will continue to be a growing market for our transportation products."
In his message to stockholders, Moorman notes that 2010 was "a very strong year. Aided by the continuing recovery and our own internal initiatives, we profitably grew the business, invested in the franchise, generated free cash flow, and produced attractive returns for our shareholders."
Moorman cited his pride in the company's employees for achieving a record safety performance and said, "We are committed to applying the same world-class standard to our customer service."
Volume expectations for 2011 and beyond "are supported by our investments in corridor initiatives that are giving us increased rail capacity to handle growth while reaping safety and environmental benefits for the public," Moorman said. "We will continue to do the right things to serve our customers and communities and to reward our shareholders for the trust you have placed in us."
The annual report is available on the company's website at http://www.nscorp.com/. Some 175,000 copies are distributed to stockholders, the financial community, news media, and libraries. Norfolk Southern's annual report is certified by the Forest Stewardship Council, which promotes environmentally responsible printing standards. To request a copy, call 800-531-6757, e-mail annualreport@nscorp.com, or write to Norfolk Southern Corp., Corporate Communications Department, Three Commercial Place, Norfolk, Va. 23510-9217.
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) is one of the nation's premier transportation companies. Its Norfolk Southern Railway subsidiary operates approximately 20,000 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serves every major container port in the eastern United States, and provides efficient connections to other rail carriers. Norfolk Southern operates the most extensive intermodal network in the East and is a major transporter of coal and industrial products.
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Norfolk Southern contacts:
(Media) Frank Brown, 757-629-2710 (fsbrown@nscorp.com)
(Investors) Michael Hostutler, 757-629-2861 (michael.hostutler@nscorp.com)
March 23, 2011
Optimistic outlook follows 'strong' 2010, Norfolk Southern CEO says in Annual Report
NORFOLK, VA. - Looking ahead with optimism after last year's second-highest earnings ever, Norfolk Southern Corporation CEO Wick Moorman (NYSE: NSC) says in the 2010 Annual Report that the company is prepared for "the volumes we expect throughout 2011 and beyond, in what I believe will continue to be a growing market for our transportation products."
In his message to stockholders, Moorman notes that 2010 was "a very strong year. Aided by the continuing recovery and our own internal initiatives, we profitably grew the business, invested in the franchise, generated free cash flow, and produced attractive returns for our shareholders."
Moorman cited his pride in the company's employees for achieving a record safety performance and said, "We are committed to applying the same world-class standard to our customer service."
Volume expectations for 2011 and beyond "are supported by our investments in corridor initiatives that are giving us increased rail capacity to handle growth while reaping safety and environmental benefits for the public," Moorman said. "We will continue to do the right things to serve our customers and communities and to reward our shareholders for the trust you have placed in us."
The annual report is available on the company's website at http://www.nscorp.com/. Some 175,000 copies are distributed to stockholders, the financial community, news media, and libraries. Norfolk Southern's annual report is certified by the Forest Stewardship Council, which promotes environmentally responsible printing standards. To request a copy, call 800-531-6757, e-mail annualreport@nscorp.com, or write to Norfolk Southern Corp., Corporate Communications Department, Three Commercial Place, Norfolk, Va. 23510-9217.
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) is one of the nation's premier transportation companies. Its Norfolk Southern Railway subsidiary operates approximately 20,000 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serves every major container port in the eastern United States, and provides efficient connections to other rail carriers. Norfolk Southern operates the most extensive intermodal network in the East and is a major transporter of coal and industrial products.
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Norfolk Southern contacts:
(Media) Frank Brown, 757-629-2710 (fsbrown@nscorp.com)
(Investors) Michael Hostutler, 757-629-2861 (michael.hostutler@nscorp.com)
NS receives Graniteville ruling
Received the following via email.
March 21, 2011
Norfolk Southern receives Graniteville ruling
NORFOLK, VA. -- On March 18, 2011, Norfolk Southern received an unfavorable ruling from an arbitration panel regarding an insurance claim arising out of the Jan. 6, 2005, derailment in Graniteville, S.C.
As a result, during the first quarter of 2011 Norfolk Southern will record an expense for the receivables for the contested portion of the claim ($43 million) as well as an expense for other receivables that may be affected by the decision (approximately $15 million), as it is not probable that these amounts will be recovered.
It is anticipated that NS will be responsible for certain legal costs of the insurance carrier associated with the arbitration proceeding, although the amount of such costs is not presently known.
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) is one of the nation's premier transportation companies. Its Norfolk Southern Railway subsidiary operates approximately 20,000 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serves every major container port in the eastern United States, and provides efficient connections to other rail carriers. Norfolk Southern operates the most extensive intermodal network in the East and is a major transporter of coal and industrial products.
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Norfolk Southern contacts:
(Media) Frank Brown, 757-629-2710 (fsbrown@nscorp.com)
(Investors) Michael Hostutler, 757-629-2861 (michael.hostutler@nscorp.com)
March 21, 2011
Norfolk Southern receives Graniteville ruling
NORFOLK, VA. -- On March 18, 2011, Norfolk Southern received an unfavorable ruling from an arbitration panel regarding an insurance claim arising out of the Jan. 6, 2005, derailment in Graniteville, S.C.
As a result, during the first quarter of 2011 Norfolk Southern will record an expense for the receivables for the contested portion of the claim ($43 million) as well as an expense for other receivables that may be affected by the decision (approximately $15 million), as it is not probable that these amounts will be recovered.
It is anticipated that NS will be responsible for certain legal costs of the insurance carrier associated with the arbitration proceeding, although the amount of such costs is not presently known.
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) is one of the nation's premier transportation companies. Its Norfolk Southern Railway subsidiary operates approximately 20,000 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serves every major container port in the eastern United States, and provides efficient connections to other rail carriers. Norfolk Southern operates the most extensive intermodal network in the East and is a major transporter of coal and industrial products.
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Norfolk Southern contacts:
(Media) Frank Brown, 757-629-2710 (fsbrown@nscorp.com)
(Investors) Michael Hostutler, 757-629-2861 (michael.hostutler@nscorp.com)
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Ringling Bros. Circus train on the LIRR 3/14/11
Received the following via email.
Check out the length of the Ringling Brothers Circus train on the Long Island Rail Road. It took four locomotives to pull it. The video was shot on Monday, March 14, 2011.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uMMq3FmXpSs&feature=player_embedded#at=25
Check out the length of the Ringling Brothers Circus train on the Long Island Rail Road. It took four locomotives to pull it. The video was shot on Monday, March 14, 2011.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uMMq3FmXpSs&feature=player_embedded#at=25
NS CEO Moorman to address J. P. Morgan Conference
Received the following via email.
March 17, 2011
Norfolk Southern CEO Moorman to address J. P. Morgan Aviation, Transportation and Defense Conference
NORFOLK, VA. - Norfolk Southern Corporation CEO Wick Moorman will participate in the 2011 J.P. Morgan Aviation, Transportation & Defense Conference.
J.P. Morgan Aviation, Transportation & Defense Conference
Thursday, March 24, Noon EDT
J.P. Morgan Conference Center
383 Madison Ave, New York City
Webcast URL: http://cc.talkpoint.com/jpmc001/032211a_mg/?entity=15_Q4T3TEV
Interested investors can listen via simultaneous webcast. After the webcast, the presentations will be posted at http://www.nscorp.com/.
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) is one of the nation's premier transportation companies. Its Norfolk Southern Railway subsidiary operates approximately 20,000 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serves every major container port in the eastern United States, and provides efficient connections to other rail carriers. Norfolk Southern operates the most extensive intermodal network in the East and is a major transporter of coal and industrial products.
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Norfolk Southern contacts:
(Media) Frank Brown, 757-629-2710 (fsbrown@nscorp.com)
(Investors) Michael Hostutler, 757-629-2861 (michael.hostutler@nscorp.com)
March 17, 2011
Norfolk Southern CEO Moorman to address J. P. Morgan Aviation, Transportation and Defense Conference
NORFOLK, VA. - Norfolk Southern Corporation CEO Wick Moorman will participate in the 2011 J.P. Morgan Aviation, Transportation & Defense Conference.
J.P. Morgan Aviation, Transportation & Defense Conference
Thursday, March 24, Noon EDT
J.P. Morgan Conference Center
383 Madison Ave, New York City
Webcast URL: http://cc.talkpoint.com/jpmc001/032211a_mg/?entity=15_Q4T3TEV
Interested investors can listen via simultaneous webcast. After the webcast, the presentations will be posted at http://www.nscorp.com/.
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) is one of the nation's premier transportation companies. Its Norfolk Southern Railway subsidiary operates approximately 20,000 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serves every major container port in the eastern United States, and provides efficient connections to other rail carriers. Norfolk Southern operates the most extensive intermodal network in the East and is a major transporter of coal and industrial products.
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Norfolk Southern contacts:
(Media) Frank Brown, 757-629-2710 (fsbrown@nscorp.com)
(Investors) Michael Hostutler, 757-629-2861 (michael.hostutler@nscorp.com)
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
LNE 611 still alive
Received the following via email from Kermit Geary Jr. Text, photos, and captions are his.
After hearing many varying reports as to the demise of the LNE 611, I wanted to see for myself, especially after "discovering" this unit in 1984 working away in obscurity.
While it has been replaced by a ex-BNSF(ATSF) GP-9, the 611 still resides intact in Emporia, IN. It had been sold to a scrapper in New Castle, IN, but received a last minute reprieve when it was purchased from the scrap company by an unknown individual. She is currently stored in Emporia awaiting her new owners to transport her to her new home...where ever that may be!!
After hearing many varying reports as to the demise of the LNE 611, I wanted to see for myself, especially after "discovering" this unit in 1984 working away in obscurity.
While it has been replaced by a ex-BNSF(ATSF) GP-9, the 611 still resides intact in Emporia, IN. It had been sold to a scrapper in New Castle, IN, but received a last minute reprieve when it was purchased from the scrap company by an unknown individual. She is currently stored in Emporia awaiting her new owners to transport her to her new home...where ever that may be!!
LNE 611 at Emporia, IN 3-14-2011
LNE 611 at Emporia, IN 3-14-2011
LNE 611 some original paint showing through
Saturday, March 12, 2011
Somerville St. Patrick's Day parade
The Big Little Railroad Shop will be open during the Somerville St. Patrick's Day parade. Please stop in and say hello.
The parade begins at 1:30 PM this Sunday, March 13, at Main and Grove streets and will continue west on Main Street to West End Avenue. This year's parade will include about 90 units, and is expected to last about 2 hours. Weather is forecast to be partly sunny with temperatures in the low 50's.
The parade begins at 1:30 PM this Sunday, March 13, at Main and Grove streets and will continue west on Main Street to West End Avenue. This year's parade will include about 90 units, and is expected to last about 2 hours. Weather is forecast to be partly sunny with temperatures in the low 50's.
Sunday, March 06, 2011
NS named to list of America's 100 best corporate citizens
Received the following via email.
Mar. 4, 2011
Norfolk Southern named to list of America's 100 best corporate citizens
NORFOLK, VA - Norfolk Southern has been named to Corporate Responsibility Magazine's 100 Best Corporate Citizens List for 2011. Norfolk Southern ranked 79th on the magazine's 12th annual list. This is the third time NS has been on the list.
The 100 Best Corporate Citizens List is based on 360 public data points relating to the environment, climate change, human rights, philanthropy, employee relations, financial performance, and governance. The best corporate citizens are selected from among large-cap Russell 1000 companies, based on data provided by an investor data firm.
"We are committed to continuous improvement in economic, environmental, social, and business practices that are good for our employees, communities, customers, and stockholders," said Blair Wimbush, NS vice president real estate and corporate sustainability officer. "We are honored to be named one of America's 100 Best Corporate Citizens and excited about the progress we are making in these areas."
Norfolk Southern's 2010 Sustainability Report describes a number of initiatives, including NS' goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 10 percent by 2014, and reflects the corporation's efforts in transparent corporate responsibility reporting.
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) is one of the nation's premier transportation companies. Its Norfolk Southern Railway subsidiary operates approximately 20,000 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serves every major container port in the eastern United States, and provides efficient connections to other rail carriers. Norfolk Southern operates the most extensive intermodal network in the East and is a major transporter of coal and industrial products.
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Norfolk Southern contacts:
(Media) Susan Terpay, 757-823-5204 (smterpay@nscorp.com)
(Investors) Michael Hostutler, 757-629-2861 (michael.hostutler@nscorp.com)
Mar. 4, 2011
Norfolk Southern named to list of America's 100 best corporate citizens
NORFOLK, VA - Norfolk Southern has been named to Corporate Responsibility Magazine's 100 Best Corporate Citizens List for 2011. Norfolk Southern ranked 79th on the magazine's 12th annual list. This is the third time NS has been on the list.
The 100 Best Corporate Citizens List is based on 360 public data points relating to the environment, climate change, human rights, philanthropy, employee relations, financial performance, and governance. The best corporate citizens are selected from among large-cap Russell 1000 companies, based on data provided by an investor data firm.
"We are committed to continuous improvement in economic, environmental, social, and business practices that are good for our employees, communities, customers, and stockholders," said Blair Wimbush, NS vice president real estate and corporate sustainability officer. "We are honored to be named one of America's 100 Best Corporate Citizens and excited about the progress we are making in these areas."
Norfolk Southern's 2010 Sustainability Report describes a number of initiatives, including NS' goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 10 percent by 2014, and reflects the corporation's efforts in transparent corporate responsibility reporting.
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) is one of the nation's premier transportation companies. Its Norfolk Southern Railway subsidiary operates approximately 20,000 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serves every major container port in the eastern United States, and provides efficient connections to other rail carriers. Norfolk Southern operates the most extensive intermodal network in the East and is a major transporter of coal and industrial products.
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Norfolk Southern contacts:
(Media) Susan Terpay, 757-823-5204 (smterpay@nscorp.com)
(Investors) Michael Hostutler, 757-629-2861 (michael.hostutler@nscorp.com)
Thursday, March 03, 2011
Big Little Railroad Shop at Mother Seton Train Show
The Jersey Central Railroad Historical Society hosts the largest railroadiana/model train show in New Jersey, and the Big Little Railroad Shop will be a vendor there. Please stop by our table and say hello.
This year's show will be held Sunday, March 6, 2011 from 9:00 AM until 3:30 PM at Mother Seton High School in Clark NJ.
Please visit the JCRHS web site for more information and directions. http://jcrhs.org/rrshow.html
Note: our store in Somerville will be open as usual the day of the show.
This year's show will be held Sunday, March 6, 2011 from 9:00 AM until 3:30 PM at Mother Seton High School in Clark NJ.
Please visit the JCRHS web site for more information and directions. http://jcrhs.org/rrshow.html
Note: our store in Somerville will be open as usual the day of the show.
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