N&W in 1903 -- New Rail

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Pete,

Thanks for clarifying the unit of rail weight.  I realized after I sent the message that I should have noted that for the few people who might not be aware of it.  But, once one clicks on that "send" button.....

Gordon Hamilton
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  Sent: Saturday, December 29, 2007 2:27 PM
  Subject: RE: N&W in 1903 -- New Rail


  Thanks for all the history, for a newcomer to East Tennessee it is helpful to learn the history.

  A note for some folk these 85-pound rails weigh 85 pounds per yard not per foot.

  I have found lots of folks do not know this and it should not be taken as an insult to those who do.

  Pete Heimbach, Jonesborough, TN

   


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  RIDING MADE EASY

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  How 85-Pound Rails Have Changed a Piece of N. & W. Road.

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