EL expert Larry DeYoung examines the Empire State operations of the Route of Friendly Service from Buffalo/Hornell to Syracuse, Utica and Suffern. Ride the Southern Tier and its extensive branchline system when the EL hosted anything from SD45s to F3s on the head end.

Item # 1003

This work highlights the former DL&W mainline, Bloomsburg Branch and myriad New Jersey branches. Vividly illustrated in that wonderful time, the route is Binghamton thru Scranton down to Hoboken before heading up to Suffern on the “Erie” side.

Item # 1032

Go back to the beginnings of the EL, when the Erie and Lackawanna joined their fleets of diesels together to form a unified fleet. This varied collection of locomotives was gradually repainted, after being tastefully given an E-L decal, and supplemented by new second generation Alcos, GE’s, and EMD’s. All lavishly illustrated in over 250 color photos.

Item # 1033

Follow the travails of the Erie Railroad and DL&W as they merge into the Erie Lackawanna in 1960 through the eyes (and camera) of a Lackawanna official. The personal anecdotes and opinions of author Canfield make it a delightful read.

Item # 1178

Noted EL photographer Bill Brennan shows his best work on through trains, freight and some commuter operations. Features exquisite night work.

Item # 1263