History of the Pennsylvania Railroad's New York Division from Philadelphia to New York from 1830 to 2002 beginning with the Camden and Amboy and reaching to Hell Gate, including the mainline, yards, stations and engineering accomplishments. Also biographies of Alexander Casatt and Samuel Rea. Includes over 525 maps, illustrations and photographs, most published for the first time. Enamel paper throughout, five color cover. A 172 year history

"David W. Messer did a substantial part of the research and writing for Triumph VIII ..."--P. [4] of cover.

History of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad's Pittsburgh & Connellsville Railroad from Cumberland MD to Connellsville PA and Branches 1837-2005. Includes history of clash with the Pennsylvania Railroad, building of the railroad and operations to date. Heavily illustrated.