Model Railroader Books: Guide to Industries Series 'Livestock & Meatpacking'

Wilson, Jeff

ISBN 10: 0890248672 / ISBN 13: 9780890248676

Published by Kalmbach Books, Waukesha, Wisconsin, USA, 2012

88 Pages with Colour & Black/White Photos. Delve into the history of the meat packing industry and trace the role of railroads in hauling livestock and meat products. Livestock traffic, stockyard operations, dedicated meat train operations, regulations, and scheduling are just a few of the topics covered. Learn about refrigerator cars and stock, and see rarely published historical photos. - Includes 100+ prototype photos, some dating back to the early 1900s - Features charts and maps of stockyard locations - Contains modeling tips, suggestions, and resources included for each chapter. Seller Inventory # KAL-12473

Synopsis:

Delve into the history of the meat packing industry and trace the role of railroads in hauling livestock and meat products. Livestock traffic, stockyard operations, dedicated meat train operations, regulations, and scheduling are just a few of the topics covered. Learn about refrigerator cars and stock, and see rarely published historical photos.

About the Author: Jeff Wilson has written more than 20 books on railroads and model railroading. He spent 10 years as an associate editor at Model Railroader magazine, and he currently works as a freelance writer, editor, and photographer, contributing articles to MR and other magazines. He enjoys many facets of the hobby, especially building structures and detailing locomotives, as well as photographing both real and model railroads.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Model Railroader Books: Guide to Industries ...
Publisher: Kalmbach Books, Waukesha, Wisconsin, USA
Publication Date: 2012
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: New
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
Signed: Not Signed
Edition: 1st Edition