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Thomas C. Ayers's Collection
 
3/12/2026
 
 
 
 
 
By:Thomas C. Ayers
Dates:8/25/1951 - 8/25/1951
Album Info:Here are several 8x10 prints of Pennsylvania Railroad steam freight locomotives. They're organized by type and road number. All of them are from the Brad Mann Collection. The photographer's name, the locomotive road number(s), the date, and the location are cited when available.
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PRR 4249, I-1SA, 1954
Title:  PRR 4249, I-1SA, 1954
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print via John Krause that was taken at Weigh Scales, Pennsylvania, in 1954. Prominent here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4249, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during June of 1923, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in May of 1943, and retired in August of 1957 after 34 years of faithful service. The photographer's name and the road number of the N-5 cabin car pictured here are not recorded. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  1/23/1954  Upload Date: 2/16/2026 1:13:10 AM
Location:  Shamrock, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4249(2-10-0)
Views:  73   Comments: 0
PRR 4338, I-1SA, c. 1945
Title:  PRR 4338, I-1SA, c. 1945
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4338, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during December of 1922, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in July of 1943, and retired in August of 1952 after 30 years of faithful service. The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  11/14/1945  Upload Date: 11/24/2025 5:56:04 AM
Location:  Enola, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4338(2-10-0)
Views:  295   Comments: 0
PRR 4407, I-1SA, c. 1955
Title:  PRR 4407, I-1SA, c. 1955
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print of (L to R) Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4407 and another locomotive whose road number is not recorded. #4407 is an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during January of 1923, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in May of 1937, and retired in October of 1959 after 36 years of faithful service. Wave to the Fireman! The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  8/15/1955  Upload Date: 11/12/2025 9:35:54 AM
Location:  Shamrock, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4407(2-10-0)
Views:  252   Comments: 0
PRR 4483, I-1SA, c. 1955
Title:  PRR 4483, I-1SA, c. 1955
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4483, an I-1SA (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during May of 1923, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in February of 1931, and retired in August of 1957 after 34 years of faithful service. For several years, this locomotive was stored in Northumberland. Then it was restored cosmetically and put on display in front of the Westinghouse Air Brake plant in Wilmerding. And then it was purchased by the Western New York Railway Historical Society and moved to Hamburg where it now sits, exposed to the elements. It's the last PRR "Decapod" on Planet Earth! The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  8/15/1955  Upload Date: 2/12/2026 9:02:23 AM
Location:  Pitcairn, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4483(2-10-0)
Views:  66   Comments: 0
PRR 4635, I-1SA, 1956
Title:  PRR 4635, I-1SA, 1956
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by Robert F. Collins that was taken near Shamrock Mills, Pennsylvania, in June of 1956. Shown here (L to R) is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4635 and another locomotive whose road number is not recorded. #4635 was built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an I-1S during October of 1923, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in July of 1941, and retired in December of 1957 after 34 years of faithful service. Wave to the Fireman! Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  6/21/1956  Upload Date: 2/16/2026 1:13:49 AM
Location:  Shamrock, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4635(2-10-0)
Views:  58   Comments: 0
PRR 4639, I-1SA, c. 1955
Title:  PRR 4639, I-1SA, c. 1955
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by Robert F. Collins. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4639, an I-1S (2-10-0) "Decapod" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works during October of 1923, rebuilt in Juniata as an I-1SA in December of 1938, and retired in February of 1956 after 33 years of faithful service. The exact date and the location are not recorded. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  8/15/1955  Upload Date: 2/16/2026 1:14:20 AM
Location:  Snedekerville, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4639(2-10-0)
Views:  52   Comments: 0
PRR Freight Train, 1940
Title:  PRR Freight Train, 1940
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by an unidentified photographer that was taken near Wilmore, Pennsylvania, in 1940. Shown here is an unidentified Pennsylvania Railroad "I" Class (2-10-0) "Decapod" steam locomotive scooping water at the Wilmore Track Pans while pulling a train of hopper cars. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  8/15/1940  Upload Date: 12/29/2025 5:33:37 AM
Location:  Wilmore, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives: 
Views:  122   Comments: 0
PRR 180, L-1S, c. 1955
Title:  PRR 180, L-1S, c. 1955
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by an unidentified photographer that was taken at the eastern end of the Rockville Bridge near Rockville, Pennsylvania, c. 1955. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #180, an L-1S (2-8-2) "Mikado" built in Juniata during December of 1917 and retired in February of 1960 after 43 years of faithful service. In this context, it's passing ROCKVILLE Tower with a mixed-cargo freight train. Wave to the Fireman! Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  1/23/1955  Upload Date: 2/15/2026 6:30:52 PM
Location:  Rockville, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Bridge,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 180(2-8-2)
Views:  61   Comments: 0
PRR 305, L-1S, c. 1955
Title:  PRR 305, L-1S, c. 1955
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by Don Wood that was taken in Enola, Pennsylvania, c. 1955. Prominent here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #305, an L-1S (2-8-2) "Mikado" built in Juniata during April of 1917 and retired in January of 1960 after 43 years of faithful service. Given that the two Railroaders pictured here are facing to the left, it looks like this train is actually backing up. At the far right, note that another train has just departed the Yard. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  8/15/1955  Upload Date: 3/5/2026 11:06:15 PM
Location:  Enola, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Bridge,Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 305(2-8-2)
Views:  41   Comments: 0
PRR 3639, L-1S, c. 1955
Title:  PRR 3639, L-1S, c. 1955
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by an unidentified photographer that was taken at the western end of the Rockville Bridge near Marysville, Pennsylvania, c. 1955. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #3639, an L-1S (2-8-2) "Mikado" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works during April of 1916 and retired in May of 1956 after 40 years of faithful service. It's just crossed the Bridge with a mixed-cargo freight train on its way to the Enola Yards. Wave to the Fireman! Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  8/15/1955  Upload Date: 3/5/2026 11:06:56 PM
Location:  Marysville, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Bridge,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 3639(2-8-2)
Views:  40   Comments: 0
PRR 4072, L-1S, c. 1955
Title:  PRR 4072, L-1S, c. 1955
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #4072, an L-1S (2-8-2) "Mikado" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works during 1917 and retired in July of 1956 after 39 years of faithful service. The names of the photographer and the two Crewmen pictured here, as well as the exact date and the location, are not recorded. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  5/5/1955  Upload Date: 12/30/2025 10:01:25 PM
Location:  Enola, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 4072(2-8-2)
Views:  118   Comments: 0
PRR 6265, L-1S, c. 1955
Title:  PRR 6265, L-1S, c. 1955
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by an unidentified photographer that was taken in Enola, Pennsylvania, c. 1955. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6265, an L-1S (2-8-2) "Mikado" built in Juniata during August of 1917 and retired in 1957 after 40 years of faithful service. In this context, it's departing the Enola Yards with a mixed-cargo freight train. Wave to the Fireman! Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  8/15/1955  Upload Date: 12/16/2025 12:24:19 AM
Location:  Enola, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Bridge,Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 6265(2-8-2)
Views:  166   Comments: 0
PRR 6265, L-1S, c. 1955
Title:  PRR 6265, L-1S, c. 1955
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by an unidentified photographer that was taken at the western end of the Rockville Bridge near Marysville, Pennsylvania, c. 1955. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6265, an L-1S (2-8-2) "Mikado" built in Juniata during August of 1917 and retired in 1957 after 40 years of faithful service. In this context, it's about to cross the Bridge with a mixed-cargo freight train. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  8/15/1955  Upload Date: 12/30/2025 10:02:00 PM
Location:  Marysville, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Bridge,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 6265(2-8-2)
Views:  121   Comments: 0
PRR 6802, M-1, 1938
Title:  PRR 6802, M-1, 1938
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by Paul Eilenberger that was taken in Chicago, Illinois, on 18 October 1938. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6802, an M-1 (4-8-2) "Mountain" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works during August of 1926 and retired in August of 1956 after 30 years of faithful service. Note that this locomotive is equipped for passenger service. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  10/18/1938  Upload Date: 2/22/2026 8:14:38 AM
Location:  Chicago, IL
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 6802(4-8-2)
Views:  53   Comments: 0
PRR 6809, M-1, 1937
Title:  PRR 6809, M-1, 1937
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by R.J. Foster that was taken in Columbus, Ohio, in July of 1937. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6809, an M-1 (4-8-2) "Mountain" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works during August of 1926 and retired in August of 1956 after 30 years of faithful service. Note that this locomotive is equipped for passenger service. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  7/7/1937  Upload Date: 3/4/2026 12:03:26 AM
Location:  Columbus, OH
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 6809(4-8-2)
Views:  42   Comments: 0
PRR 6809, M-1, 1943
Title:  PRR 6809, M-1, 1943
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by C.T. Felstead that was taken near Englewood, Illinois, on 8 August 1943. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6809, an M-1 (4-8-2) "Mountain" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works during August of 1926 and retired in August of 1956 after 30 years of faithful service. Note the "coast-to-coast" tender. Wave to the Fireman! Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  8/8/1943  Upload Date: 3/4/2026 8:30:09 AM
Location:  Englewood, IL
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 6809(4-8-2)
Views:  35   Comments: 0
PRR 6812, M-1, 1938
Title:  PRR 6812, M-1, 1938
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by P. Ellenberger that was taken in Chicago, Illinois, on 5 October 1938. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6812, an M-1 (4-8-2) "Mountain" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works during August of 1926 and retired in February of 1955 after 29 years of faithful service. Despite the "doghouse" on the tender's deck, this locomotive is equipped for passenger service. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  10/5/1938  Upload Date: 3/4/2026 8:30:43 AM
Location:  Chicago, IL
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 6812(4-8-2)
Views:  26   Comments: 0
PRR 6815, M-1, 1939
Title:  PRR 6815, M-1, 1939
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by an unidentified photographer that was taken near Canton, Ohio, in July of 1939. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6815, an M-1 (4-8-2) "Mountain" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works during September of 1926 and retired in June of 1959 after 33 years of faithful service. Note the Fireman on the tender's deck, refilling the reservoir. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  7/7/1939  Upload Date: 3/4/2026 8:31:06 AM
Location:  Canton, OH
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 6815(4-8-2)
Views:  34   Comments: 0
PRR 6823, M-1, 1946
Title:  PRR 6823, M-1, 1946
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by Paul Eilenberger that was taken in Chicago, Illinois, on 22 June 1946. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6823, an M-1 (4-8-2) "Mountain" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works during September of 1926 and retired in September of 1949 after 23 years of faithful service. Note the Hostler on the tender's deck. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  6/22/1946  Upload Date: 2/22/2026 8:15:01 AM
Location:  Chicago, IL
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 6823(4-8-2)
Views:  53   Comments: 0
PRR 6857, M-1, 1943
Title:  PRR 6857, M-1, 1943
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by C.T. Felstead that was taken near Englewood, Illinois, on 15 August 1943. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6857, an M-1 (4-8-2) "Mountain" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works during September of 1926 and retired in June of 1954 after 28 years of faithful service. Note the "coast-to-coast" tender. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  8/15/1943  Upload Date: 3/5/2026 1:32:22 AM
Location:  Englewood, IL
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 6857(4-8-2)
Views:  58   Comments: 0
PRR 6859, M-1, 1947
Title:  PRR 6859, M-1, 1947
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by P. Ellenberger that was taken near Englewood, Illinois, on 20 March 1947. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6859, an M-1 (4-8-2) "Mountain" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works during October of 1926. Note the "coast-to-coast" tender. Wave to the Fireman! Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  3/20/1947  Upload Date: 3/5/2026 1:32:48 AM
Location:  Englewood, IL
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 6859(4-8-2)
Views:  58   Comments: 0
PRR 6861, M-1, 1955
Title:  PRR 6861, M-1, 1955
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by Don Wood that was taken near Newport, Pennsylvania, in May of 1955. Partial Caption: "The photograph depicts the M1 No. 6861 freight train headed Westbound at Newport, Pennsylvania." Prominent here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6861, an M-1 (4-8-2) "Mountain" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works during October of 1926 and retired in February of 1956 after 30 years of faithful service. Wave to the Trainmen! Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  5/5/1955  Upload Date: 12/17/2025 2:44:32 AM
Location:  Newport, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 6861(4-8-2)
Views:  184   Comments: 0
PRR 6862, M-1, 1946
Title:  PRR 6862, M-1, 1946
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by P. Ellenberger that was taken near Englewood, Illinois, on 16 February 1946. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6862, an M-1 (4-8-2) "Mountain" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works during October of 1926 and retired in March of 1956 after 30 years of faithful service. Note the "coast-to-coast" tender. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  2/16/1946  Upload Date: 3/5/2026 1:33:13 AM
Location:  Englewood, IL
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 6862(4-8-2)
Views:  57   Comments: 0
PRR 6910, M-1, c. 1955
Title:  PRR 6910, M-1, c. 1955
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by an unidentified photographer that was taken adjacent to the Rockville Bridge near Marysville, Pennsylvania, c. 1955. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6910, an M-1 (4-8-2) "Mountain" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works during November of 1926 and retired in December of 1955 after 29 years of faithful service. In this context, it's pulling a manifest freight train out of Altoona to the Enola Yards. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  1/23/1955  Upload Date: 12/4/2025 11:05:07 PM
Location:  Marysville, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Bridge,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 6910(4-8-2)
Views:  242   Comments: 0
PRR 6910, M-1, c. 1955
Title:  PRR 6910, M-1, c. 1955
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by an unidentified photographer that was taken at BANKS Tower near Perdix, Pennsylvania, c. 1955. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6910, an M-1 (4-8-2) "Mountain" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works during November of 1926 and retired in December of 1955 after 29 years of faithful service. In this context, it's pulling a mixed-cargo freight train out of Enola to the Altoona Yards. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  8/15/1955  Upload Date: 12/4/2025 11:05:49 PM
Location:  Perdix, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam,Signal
Locomotives:  PRR 6910(4-8-2)
Views:  228   Comments: 0
PRR 6936, M-1, 1937
Title:  PRR 6936, M-1, 1937
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print via the Smithsonian Institution that was taken in Spruce Creek, Pennsylvania, on 6 June 1937. The photographer is not identified. Prominent here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6936, an M-1 (4-8-2) "Mountain" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works in November of 1926 and retired in January of 1950 after 24 years of faithful service. In this context, it's pulling a mixed-cargo freight train to Altoona and points West. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  6/6/1937  Upload Date: 12/25/2025 8:02:27 PM
Location:  Spruce Creek, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Tunnel,Steam,Signal
Locomotives:  PRR 6936(4-8-2)
Views:  138   Comments: 0
PRR 6948, M-1, c. 1955
Title:  PRR 6948, M-1, c. 1955
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by an unidentified photographer that was taken near Mount Union, Pennsylvania, c. 1955. Prominent here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6948, an M-1 (4-8-2) "Mountain" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works during December of 1926 and retired in September of 1959 after 33 years of faithful service. It's rockin' 'n' rollin' with a train of empty hopper cars on its way to Altoona and the coal mines of Western Pennsylvania. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  5/5/1955  Upload Date: 12/17/2025 2:45:04 AM
Location:  Mount Union, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 6948(4-8-2)
Views:  180   Comments: 0
PRR 6953, M-1, 1949
Title:  PRR 6953, M-1, 1949
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print via John Krause that was taken near Port Alleghany, Pennsylvania, in 1949. The photographer is not identified. Caption On Reverse: "Pennsy M1 #6953 near Port Alleghany, PA, bound for Harrisburg with a nine-car passenger train in 1949." Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6953, an M-1 (4-8-2) "Mountain" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works during December of 1926 and retired in November of 1952 after 26 years of service. Wave to the Fireman! Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  6/21/1949  Upload Date: 1/5/2026 10:48:03 AM
Location:  Port Allegany, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 6953(4-8-2)
Views:  115   Comments: 0
PRR 6986, M-1, 1941
Title:  PRR 6986, M-1, 1941
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by Robert F. Collins that was taken near Bailey, Pennsylvania, in July of 1941. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6986, an M-1 (4-8-2) "Mountain" built by the Lima Locomotive Works in September of 1926 and retired in July of 1953 after 27 years of faithful service. In this context, it's pulling a seven-car passenger train under four-track Signal Bridge #1286/5 on its way to Altoona and points West. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  7/7/1941  Upload Date: 9/15/2025 7:39:14 AM
Location:  Bailey, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam,Signal,Passenger
Locomotives:  PRR 6986(4-8-2)
Views:  469   Comments: 0
PRR 6755, M-1A, 1941
Title:  PRR 6755, M-1A, 1941
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by Robert F. Collins that was taken near Bailey, Pennsylvania, in July of 1941. Prominent here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6755, an M-1A (4-8-2) "Mountain" built in Juniata during June of 1930, rebuilt as an M-1B in April of 1944, and presently on display at the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania in Strasburg. In this context, it's pulling a train of empty hopper cars under a four-track Watering Point on its way to Altoona and the coal mines of Western Pennsylvania. The other train visible here has stopped at the Watering Point so as to refill the locomotive tender's reservoir. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  7/7/1941  Upload Date: 9/17/2025 7:04:44 AM
Location:  Bailey, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 6755(4-8-2)
Views:  559   Comments: 0
PRR 6757, M-1A, c. 1955
Title:  PRR 6757, M-1A, c. 1955
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by an unidentified photographer that was taken near Cove, Pennsylvania, c. 1955. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6757, an M-1A (4-8-2) "Mountain" built in Juniata during June of 1930 and retired in June of 1956 after 26 years of faithful service. Note the four-track Watering Point. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  8/15/1955  Upload Date: 11/29/2025 1:46:39 AM
Location:  Cove, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 6757(4-8-2)
Views:  263   Comments: 0
PRR 6774, M-1A, 1955
Title:  PRR 6774, M-1A, 1955
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by Don Wood that was taken in Mifflintown, Pennsylvania, in 1955. Caption On Reverse: "4-8-2 M1A 6774 through Mifflin, Pa., with Train PG-5 in 1955. Westbound action. 6774 was last M1A built by Altoona & last steamer built until duplexes arrived." Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6774 is an M-1A (4-8-2) "Mountain" built in Juniata during November of 1930 and retired in February of 1956 after 26 years of faithful service. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  8/15/1955  Upload Date: 10/20/2025 11:15:59 AM
Location:  Mifflin, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Bridge,Steam,Signal
Locomotives:  PRR 6774(4-8-2)
Views:  387   Comments: 0
PRR 6789, M-1A, 1939
Title:  PRR 6789, M-1A, 1939
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by an unidentified photographer that was taken in Ohio during June of 1939. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6789, an M-1A !4-8-2) "Mountain" built by the Lima Locomotive Works during April of 1930 and retired in January of 1954 after 24 years of service. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  6/21/1939  Upload Date: 2/20/2026 11:42:03 PM
Location:  Massillon, OH
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam,Signal
Locomotives:  PRR 6789(4-8-2)
Views:  79   Comments: 0
PRR 6790, M-1A, 1937
Title:  PRR 6790, M-1A, 1937
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by Robert J. Foster that was taken in East St. Louis, Illinois, in July of 1937. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6790, an M-1A (4-8-2) "Mountain" built by the Lima Locomotive Works during April of 1930 and retired in March of 1955 after 25 years of faithful service. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  7/7/1937  Upload Date: 2/21/2026 8:35:11 AM
Location:  East St. Louis, IL
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 6790(4-8-2)
Views:  52   Comments: 0
PRR 6792, M-1A, 1946
Title:  PRR 6792, M-1A, 1946
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by Paul Eilenberger that was taken near Englewood, Illinois, on 22 April 1946. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6792, an M-1A (4-8-2) "Mountain" built by the Lima Locomotive Works as an M-1A during April of 1930, rebuilt in Juniata as an M-1B in November of 1947, and retired in November of 1956 after 26 years of faithful service. Wave to the Enginemen! Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  4/22/1946  Upload Date: 2/21/2026 8:35:49 AM
Location:  Englewood, IL
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 6792(4-8-2)
Views:  60   Comments: 0
PRR 6702, M-1B, c. 1955
Title:  PRR 6702, M-1B, c. 1955
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6702, an M-1B (4-8-2) "Mountain" built as an M-1A by the Baldwin Locomotive Works during March of 1930, rebuilt in Juniata as an M-1B in December of 1948, and retired in October of 1956 after 26 years of faithful service. The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  8/15/1955  Upload Date: 2/12/2026 9:02:55 AM
Location:  Pitcairn, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 6702(4-8-2)
Views:  63   Comments: 0
PRR 6732, M-1B, 1954
Title:  PRR 6732, M-1B, 1954
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by an unidentified photographer that was taken at the Coaling Station near Denholm, Pennsylvania, in 1954. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6732, an M-1B (4-8-2) "Mountain" built as an M-1A by the Baldwin Locomotive Works in May of 1930, rebuilt in Juniata as an M-1B in September of 1946, and retired in September of 1959 after 29 years of service. Note the Fireman on the tender's deck, refilling the reservoir. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  1/23/1954  Upload Date: 3/6/2026 10:03:01 AM
Location:  Denholm, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 6732(4-8-2)
Views:  41   Comments: 0
PRR 6734, M-1B, 1954
Title:  PRR 6734, M-1B, 1954
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by an unidentified photographer that was taken at the Roundhouse in Northumberland, Pennsylvania, in June of 1954. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6734, an M-1B (4-8-2) "Mountain" built as an M-1A by the Baldwin Locomotive Works during June of 1930, rebuilt in Juniata as an M-1B in August of 1948, and retired in September of 1959 after 29 years of faithful service. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  6/21/1954  Upload Date: 3/3/2026 10:44:24 PM
Location:  Northumberland, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Yard,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 6734(4-8-2)
Views:  51   Comments: 0
PRR 6736, M-1B, c. 1956
Title:  PRR 6736, M-1B, c. 1956
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print via John Krause that was taken near Mapleton, Pennsylvania, c. 1956. The photographer is not identified. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6736, an M-1B (4-8-2) "Mountain" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an M-1A during June of 1930, rebuilt in Juniata as an M-1B by 1953, and retired in September of 1958 after 28 years of service. It's rockin' 'n' rollin' with a mixed-cargo freight on its way to Altoona. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  1/23/1956  Upload Date: 11/4/2025 11:41:29 PM
Location:  Mapleton, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Bridge,Winter,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 6736(4-8-2)
Views:  271   Comments: 0
PRR 6736, M-1B, c. 1957
Title:  PRR 6736, M-1B, c. 1957
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by an unidentified photographer that was taken at the western end of the Rockville Bridge near Marysville, Pennsylvania, c. 1957. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6736, an M-1B (4-8-2) "Mountain" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an M-1A during June of 1930, rebuilt in Juniata as an M-1B by 1953, and retired in September of 1958 after 28 years of faithful service. In this context, it's about to cross the Bridge with a fully-loaded mineral train out of Altoona and the coal mines of Western Pennsylvania. Wave to the Fireman! Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  8/15/1957  Upload Date: 12/25/2025 8:01:20 PM
Location:  Marysville, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 6736(4-8-2)
Views:  155   Comments: 0
PRR 6750, M-1B, c. 1953
Title:  PRR 6750, M-1B, c. 1953
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6750, an M-1B (4-8-2) "Mountain" built in Juniata as an M-1A during May of 1930, rebuilt as an M-1B in March of 1949, and retired in September of 1958 after 28 years of faithful service. The photographer's name, the exact date, and the location are not recorded. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  1/23/1953  Upload Date: 9/16/2025 7:38:31 AM
Location:  Renovo, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Winter,Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 6750(4-8-2)
Views:  523   Comments: 0
PRR 6754, M-1B, c. 1953
Title:  PRR 6754, M-1B, c. 1953
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print of Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6754, an M-1B (4-8-2) "Mountain" built in Juniata as an M-1A in May of 1930, rebuilt as an M-1B by 1953, and retired in September of 1959 after 29 years of service. The photographer's name, the date, and the location are not recorded. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  8/25/1951  Upload Date: 9/16/2025 7:38:53 AM
Location:  Newport, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 6754(4-8-2)
Views:  484   Comments: 0
PRR 6758, M-1B, 1957
Title:  PRR 6758, M-1B, 1957
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by an unidentified photographer that was taken near Cove, Pennsylvania, c. 1957. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6758, an M-1B (4-8-2) "Mountain" built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works as an M-1A during June of 1930, rebuilt in Juniata as an M-1B in December of 1948, and retired in February of 1958 after 28 years of faithful service. In this context, it's rockin' 'n' rollin' with a fully-loaded mineral train out of Altoona and the coal mines of Western Pennsylvania. Note the trainphone apparatus on the tender's deck. Wave to the Engineman! Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  1/23/1957  Upload Date: 12/25/2025 8:01:50 PM
Location:  Cove, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam
Locomotives:  PRR 6758(4-8-2)
Views:  169   Comments: 0
PRR "Double-Header," c. 1955
Title:  PRR "Double-Header," c. 1955
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by Martin S. Zak that was taken near Newport, Pennsylvania, c. 1955. Shown here is a pair of unidentified Pennsylvania Railroad "M" Class (4-8-2) "Mountain" steam locomotives pulling an eastbound mixed-cargo freight train under the home signal for PORT Tower. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  8/15/1955  Upload Date: 11/25/2025 4:30:58 AM
Location:  Newport, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Steam,Signal
Locomotives: 
Views:  287   Comments: 0
PRR Rockville Bridge Action, c. 1955
Title:  PRR Rockville Bridge Action, c. 1955
Description:  SF-Prints. Here is a print by an unidentified photographer that was taken at the Rockville Bridge near Marysville, Pennsylvania, c. 1955. At the left, an unidentified Pennsylvania Railroad "M" Class (4-8-2) "Mountain" locomotive is pulling a train of empty stock cars across the Bridge on its way to Altoona. At the right, an unidentified ALCo road switcher is about to cross the Bridge with a mixed-cargo freight. David's Mountain dominates the distance. Brad Mann Collection.
Photo Date:  8/15/1955  Upload Date: 12/16/2025 12:25:09 AM
Location:  Marysville, PA
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
Categories:  Bridge,Steam
Locomotives: 
Views:  141   Comments: 0


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