Wiscasset, Waterville & Farmington: Train to the 1930s
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- Опубликовано: 20 сен 2024
- The Wiscasset, Waterville & Farmington Railway was one of five two-foot narrow gauge railroads in the State of Maine. It originally operated from 1895 until 1933. During its peak, it stretched from Wiscasset to Albion and Winslow. Although the system once traveled fifty-eight miles, it never reached Waterville nor Farmington. Despite ceasing operations in 1933, the railroad was never officially declared abandoned. In 1989, it officially returned as the Wiscasset, Waterville & Farmington Railway Museum.
Today, 2.6 miles of the historic route operates as a non-profit heritage railroad that is run entirely by volunteers. Trains currently travel from Sheepscot Station, just under five miles north of Wiscasset, to the siding in a wooded area known as “Top of the Mountain.” Volunteers have recently laid down an additional four thousand feet of trackage with plans for it to enter service in 2021.
In this video, Daniel Day and Guest Contributor Ben Bourrie take you on a journey back in time to see what a day in the life at the railroad looked like in its final years.
This photo and video charter that was made possible through special arrangements with the Wiscasset, Waterville & Farmington Railway Museum and was sponsored by Dynamo Productions, Merrimack & Saco Productions, and Smokebox Productions.
The train in this video was powered by Steam Locomotive #9, the last surviving locomotive to operate on the original WW&F. It was built in 1891 by the Portland Company for the Sandy River Railroad and was later sold to Kennebec Central. It was acquired by the WW&F in February 1933, four months before the original operation’s demise. After decades in storage and years of rebuild, it re-entered service for the WW&F in December 2015.
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Wish I was born during that era, I feel like I don’t belong in the times we are in now. My grandfather would have loved seeing this. He worked for B&M and ended his career with Amtrak ... all in all 43 years. He passed away this past January at the age of 91. Thank you for this video.. it reminds me of my wonderful grandfather and the memories we shared!!!
I’m Sorry to hear that. One of my family members passed away around January or later at the age of 102! She lived a long life.
I've always liked how #9 has such a powerful chuff for a locomotive of its size.
You should’ve seen her working during the Milepost 8 excursions from this year’s Annual Picnic. She worked up a 4% grade in spots with 3 passenger cars, on the ground and aboard was a sight and sound to behold.
Yeah her stack talk is amazing
This is one of my favorite videos you've put out so far. Nice work!
Glad you enjoyed it
This was so much to attend! Its strange seeing me walking around in period clothing
Glad you enjoyed
This is so cool, with all the old cars and everything. I Love this. :)
Glad you enjoyed
Good ole days gone by. 👍
I loved the casual small talk while they were loading the milk onto the truck. It just reminds you of what it was like back then when everyone treated everyone else equally and the world was a better place.
I can’t wait to visit this line on August 4th!
I noticed in a couple of views of what appears to be a blow-off valve on the lower front corner of the firebox on the fireman's side of #9. Are they on both sides? Thanks. Great video. ✌
I feel so lucky to hear this toot tooting from my house!
Fabulous surroundings with autumn (fall) colours and a lot of work has obviously gone into setting up this charter. Excellent filming of a charismatic locomotive and rolling stock. Another time, maybe the vehicles should be backed up a bit closer to the wagons to avoid back injuries lifting those heavy weights. Thanks for sharing, Bob K
Thanks, glad you enjoyed
I live right next to Waterville. I was planning on getting down there at some point
Nice video!
Glad you enjoyed
Super nice video :)
Thanks
Reminds me of the little train from 'Green Acres'!!
Awesome video!
Thanks
Track gauge 2 ft (610 mm)
Little buggers can run. Not bad for a line shorter than the Strasburg.
Alright foamdome
@@traingame2.053I’m not even gonna ask.
@Max's Rails, Retro & More That much I remember. It was hard to believe at the time. Now I wish they kept one of those routes around just as a memento, but we are talking about Maine here.
Pretty Cool But, The Noise And Smoke?
I Imagine That Coal Burning Smoke Would Get Into Everything!
Driving Back To Seattle From Alaska In The 60's The Dirt From The Road Got Into Everything Even Our Luggage!
"Twighlight Zone- A Stop at Willoughby"... good stuff Maynerd.
@Jake Eaton - composer glitched.
I knew three great grandparents around 1970, 98-104yrs. One did some logging, some with narrow gauge lines (michigan U.P.). I recall hearing a lot of orally told tales, but ,not enough with details. I just know we lost a lot as these oral traditions died off with the folk of that era. They didn't have the Net, TV or even Radio to entertain. The best never made it to print as what would have scandalous barstool stories around 1900, and even thru to 70 by polite folk, though tame enough for prime time today. Great Grandma was Ojibwe from the U.P., the Army marched her down to Fla.. She marched back... hopping any train she could and assimilating into society "undetected". (and raised a WW2 paratrooper, jumped 8 times, Bastard of Bastonge, etc, 101st/82nd) . ....I had some interesting elders, lol. Thank the other Gramps for nicer 50s chrome)
That would be skool cool to see in person... I only get to see steam near me once a year 0_0
What was the second engine to the right of engine 9?
You’ll need to specify when you’re referring to
I think that might be one of the Maine Narrow Gauge’s locos
I really want to go there but because of COVID and all I can’t. Man has this year sucked
Do they plan to try and reopen most of the original route as money and man power become avalible.
They are planning to keep expanding, that's as far as they have confirmed
Monson #3 is from 5 minutes away from my house