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by Charles Freericks (Author)
This version of Southern California Locals: A Railroad Enthusiast's Field Guide to Local Trains in Southern California was updated in mid 2015. With sections on locals from the past, model railroad shops, and other interesting items. Like the previous editions, this book contains information, including start times when known, on over 500 locals, haulers, road switchers, switchers, and industrial jobs in the Southern California area. It is a terrific guide for those who wish to photograph and fan merchandise freight trains. A sample from the book: R-CAL0141I - Corona Local, Mon-Fri, (On duty 0501, at Porphyry Yard but often not seen until 0830. Crew is shuttled from San Bernardino to Corona where the power and caboose are kept. Works industries from West Corona to Casa Blanca and up to Highgrove. Does many lengthy shoves. Also works 3M Spur, which is the last remnant of the Lake Elsinore branch. The 3M plant ships roofing pellets in covered hoppers. The local heads down the spur two to three times a week. Often seen in Riverside about 1100. Usually done by 1200.)
