During America's golden age of railroading, it was the smaller branch lines that were the most beloved by the people they served. Such was the case of Vermont's Woodstock Railroad, which faithfully served the daily needs of the local populace--farmers, mill owners, carpenters and general store proprietors. From 1875 to 1933, the line provided a vital link between the communities of White River Junction, Quechee and Woodstock. Local families such as the Deweys, Billingses and Williamses led the development of the railroad and contributed greatly to the local economy. Local author and historian ... Read More
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During America's golden age of railroading, it was the smaller branch lines that were the most beloved by the people they served. Such was the case of Vermont's Woodstock Railroad, which faithfully served the daily needs of the local populace--farmers, mill owners, carpenters and general store proprietors. From 1875 to 1933, the line provided a vital link between the communities of White River Junction, Quechee and Woodstock. Local families such as the Deweys, Billingses and Williamses led the development of the railroad and contributed greatly to the local economy. Local author and historian ... Read More
During America's golden age of railroading, it was the smaller branch lines that were the most beloved by the people they served. Such was the case of Vermont's Woodstock Railroad, which faithfully served the daily needs of the local populace--farmers, mill owners, carpenters and general store proprietors. From 1875 to 1933, the line provided a vital link between the communities of White River Junction, Quechee and Woodstock. Local families such as the Deweys, Billingses and Williamses led the development of the railroad and contributed greatly to the local economy. Local author and historian Frank J. Barrett Jr. recounts the story of that proud line, its construction, daily operations, growth, triumphs and eventual demise.
Details
Pages: 176
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Imprint: The History Press
Series: Transportation
Publication Date: 24th May 2021
State: Vermont
Illustration Note: Black and White
ISBN: 9781467147668
Format: Paperback
BISACs: HISTORY / United States / State & Local / New England (CT, MA, ME, NH, RI, VT) TRANSPORTATION / Railroads / History TRAVEL / Food, Lodging & Transportation / Rail Travel
Author Bio
Frank J. Barrett Jr. is a lifelong resident of the Upper Connecticut River valley region and longtime area historian. Utilizing vintage historic photographs from his own collection, the Hartford Historical Society, Dartmouth College Special Collections, the Vermont Historical Society, and others, he examines the rich and diverse history of this very unique community.
During America's golden age of railroading, it was the smaller branch lines that were the most beloved by the people they served. Such was the case of Vermont's Woodstock Railroad, which faithfully served the daily needs of the local populace--farmers, mill owners, carpenters and general store proprietors. From 1875 to 1933, the line provided a vital link between the communities of White River Junction, Quechee and Woodstock. Local families such as the Deweys, Billingses and Williamses led the development of the railroad and contributed greatly to the local economy. Local author and historian Frank J. Barrett Jr. recounts the story of that proud line, its construction, daily operations, growth, triumphs and eventual demise.
Pages: 176
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Imprint: The History Press
Series: Transportation
Publication Date: 24th May 2021
State: Vermont
Illustrations Note: Black and White
ISBN: 9781467147668
Format: Paperback
BISACs: HISTORY / United States / State & Local / New England (CT, MA, ME, NH, RI, VT) TRANSPORTATION / Railroads / History TRAVEL / Food, Lodging & Transportation / Rail Travel
Frank J. Barrett Jr. is a lifelong resident of the Upper Connecticut River valley region and longtime area historian. Utilizing vintage historic photographs from his own collection, the Hartford Historical Society, Dartmouth College Special Collections, the Vermont Historical Society, and others, he examines the rich and diverse history of this very unique community.
