I have a few PFE reefers in my inventory for the 50's-60's era, they add some nice colour to the layout. I'm currently in the process of preparing waybills for my layout and have had no luck in locating shipper information, locations and companies (co-ops), for PFE shippers. Lots of information available on the net about the organization of PFE and specific cars, but nothing on the many shippers.

A friend of mine was hiking in South Carolina when he came across an abandoned rail line. He called me to see if I could tell him some history about it before he returns next month for more hiking. Made me laugh how friends find out you are building a model railroad and all of a sudden you become the default railroad expert. Of course I know nothing about railroads in South Carolina.

By chance is anybody familiar with the Pickens area in South Carolina? Specifically, the Eastatoe Creek Preserve near Rocky Bottom.

Does anyone know how to find out what is actually on display at the Sacramento NMRA show? I have looked in vain for a clear description on zany of their websites- the show is expensive- i live in Sacramento and would go if I knew what I was going to see- i only need merchandise /parts sellers not clinics (unless it is how to rebuild old model wood/metal kits - a declining issue it seems) ANY help appreciated.

I will go to the show this weekend that has all the vendors- is that how the whole thing works-  a show for w=show and tell and a separate show for merchandise??

Hoping to find some people in the area. Starting a new layout with my son and hoping that some others might be in the area. Please contact me through this site. Thanks and look forward to hearing from new people.- David HO scale w NCE DCC