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Chessie System
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Author : Dave Ori
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date :
Chessie System written by Dave Ori and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Transportation categories.
In 1972 three great railroads-the Chesapeake & Ohio, the Baltimore & Ohio, and the Western Maryland-joined forces as the Chessie System, their diesel engines resplendent in a brilliant new yellow, blue, and vermillion scheme sporting the stylized "Chess-C" logo based on the C&O's familiar mascot, Chessie the kitten. The story of the Chessie System, unique in railroad history, unfolds in all its grit and glory in this book about a rail operation that combined the best of tradition and innovation to a remarkable. Dave Ori traces the railroad's origins from the first affiliation of the B&O and C&O in the early 1960s to the inclusion of the WM a decade later securing routes that spanned the Northeast and Midwest. He also examines the Chessie System itself, from the details of its operating divisions, major facilities, diesel fleet, and intermodal operation to the technological advances that distinguished its reign and its integration in the vast CSX system in 1987.
Chessie
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Author : Eric A. Cheezum
language : en
Publisher: JHU Press
Release Date : 2024-05-21
Chessie written by Eric A. Cheezum and has been published by JHU Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-05-21 with History categories.
The incredible true story of the mysterious sea creature who captured hearts and imaginations during the turbulent 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s. In the summer of 1978, residents along the Virginia side of the Potomac River were startled by sightings of a strange creature lurking in the water. Eventually dubbed Chessie, this elusive sea serpent tantalized reporters and the public alike, always slipping away just out of reach. In this, the first comprehensive history of the Chessie phenomenon, Eric A. Cheezum takes us on a thrilling journey through the life and times of the famous monster, diving beneath the surface to reveal the remarkable events that unfolded over the years as Chessie sightings continued. After initially vanishing, the creature resurfaced in 1980, then again in 1982, when it was finally captured on video off the coast of Kent Island. These sightings thrust Chessie into the national and international spotlight, transforming it into a regional celebrity. Cheezum uncovers the fascinating connection between Chessie's appearances and the dramatic changes occurring in Chesapeake Bay communities. As the bay transitioned from a hub of labor-intensive activities to a recreational destination, Chessie became a symbol with multilayered meaning. Environmentalists seized the opportunity to educate the public on the bay's importance as an ecosystem, while tourists and suburbanites found solace in connecting culturally with the bay. Meanwhile, watermen faced the unsettling prospect of a declining way of life. With expert analysis grounded in historical context, Cheezum sheds light on Chessie's enduring impact and legacy. Chessie is an enthralling exploration of the profound power of a symbol that underscores both the affection the public continues to have for the monster and the cultural transformations in the region at the end of the twentieth century.
Chessie Racing
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Author : George J. Collins
language : en
Publisher: JHU Press
Release Date : 2001-05-11
Chessie Racing written by George J. Collins and has been published by JHU Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2001-05-11 with History categories.
The history of the racing yacht Chessie, the first ever entry from the Chesapeake Bay in the famous Whitbread Round the World Race. This book records the history of the racing yacht Chessie, the first ever entry from the Chesapeake Bay in the famous Whitbread Round the World Race. Skippered by Baltimore businessman George Collins and named after the Chesapeake's equivalent to the Loch Ness monster, Chessie became a focal point of regional and national pride when she competed in 1997-98. That year was also the first time that Baltimore and Annapolis were included as a combined stopover in the nine-leg, 31,600-mile race, beginning and ending in Southampton, England. After a neck-and-neck race up the bay against famed skipper Dennis Connor, Chessie entered Baltimore's Inner Harbor greeted by the cheers of thousands of fans. During the stopover, over a half-million visitors came to the Whitbread Race Village in Baltimore and an additional sixty thousand toured the Race Village in Annapolis, giving Baltimore-Annapolis the highest attendance of any of the nine ports visited by the race. While racing, the boat also served an educational purpose through a two-part curriculum developed by the Living Classrooms Foundation, a Baltimore nonprofit educational organization for at-risk children. Children from five hundred schools in twenty states and seven foreign countries participated through the Whitbread Education Project, a curriculum package augmented by an Internet component, the Chessie Chase, which explored academic subjects such as math, science, social studies, geography, and literature and tackled such practical issues as vessel design, ocean currents, changing weather, and the principles of navigation. Classes competed in a virtual race against each other in the multifaceted program for a chance to visit Chessie and meet her crew when she reached Baltimore. The children also exchanged e-mails with Chessie's crew throughout the race. When President Clinton and Vice President Gore visited the Living Classrooms Foundation in Baltimore, students helped them write an e-mail to the boat saying, "Have a great race." This book contains chapters on the race, boat construction, crew selection, and the Living Classrooms Foundation Whitbread Education Project. Personal experiences and memories of the crew bring the sailing adventure to life and reveal the educational purpose of the boat. Sidebars feature useful charts and information, special observations, and a few human-interest e-mail exchanges between individuals and the crew. A large Mercator-projection map marks the race course and individual legs. Numerous photos document racing action as well as the hoopla on shore.
Chessie Bligh And The Scroll Of Andelthor
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Author : Thora Gabriel
language : en
Publisher: iUniverse
Release Date : 2006-11
Chessie Bligh And The Scroll Of Andelthor written by Thora Gabriel and has been published by iUniverse this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-11 with Juvenile Fiction categories.
Chessie Bligh is unaware of who she is or what power she possesses. She is fourteen and lives with her greedy parents who farm her out to a string of nannies and private academies for her upbringing parents who are so busy with their corporate management concerns they have little time for their daughter. Her only solace in life is her ShihTzu Wuggbert. He gives her unconditional love.
Final System Plan For Restructuring Railroads In The Northeast And Midwest Region Pursuant To The Regional Rail Reorganization Act Of 1973 Part 1 Introduction And Summary Part 2 Designations
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Author : United States Railway Association
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1975
Final System Plan For Restructuring Railroads In The Northeast And Midwest Region Pursuant To The Regional Rail Reorganization Act Of 1973 Part 1 Introduction And Summary Part 2 Designations written by United States Railway Association and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1975 with Railroads categories.
History Of The Baltimore And Ohio Railroad
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Author : John F. Stover
language : en
Publisher: Purdue University Press
Release Date : 1987
History Of The Baltimore And Ohio Railroad written by John F. Stover and has been published by Purdue University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1987 with Business & Economics categories.
The Baltimore & Ohio Railroad was the first common carrier railroad in America. As an economic historian, Stover tells the history of the B & O from its beginnings in 1928, and through the dark times of this country's economic growth and downswings. He examines the programs undertaken by the company throughout its history to improve its lines, equipment, and service.
Chessie
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Author : Thomas Dixon
language : en
Publisher: TLC Publishing (VA)
Release Date : 1988
Chessie written by Thomas Dixon and has been published by TLC Publishing (VA) this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1988 with Technology & Engineering categories.
The best-loved company symbol of all time. Introduced in 1933, Chessie appeared on calendars, railroad memorabilia, and in advertisements and was modernized to form the logo for the new Chessie System paint scheme in 1972.
Chessie The Pup
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Author : McKenna Dugan
language : en
Publisher: Archway Publishing
Release Date : 2018-09-07
Chessie The Pup written by McKenna Dugan and has been published by Archway Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-09-07 with Juvenile Fiction categories.
The very first Chesapeake Bay Retriever arrived in America way back in 1807. Ever since then, a secret treasure has waited at the bottom of the salty Bay, filled with souvenirs from the past. The treasure was left for someone very specific: Chessie-the-Pup, the great-great grandpup of that very first Retriever. Chessie has heard stories about his great-great granddad his whole life. Knowing he has been left a centuries-old treasure, Chessie sets off to find it with nothing but his own bravery and brains. The journey is not simple, though, as the Bay is massive, strong, and deep. On top of that, no one seems willing to help! Young Chessie meets an eagle and a blue crab, and neither of them has anything useful to say. Finally, a terrapin turtle comes along and reveals a secret only Chessie would understand. Follow along and see if Chessie finds the clues he needs. Help this fearless, young pup find the way to the treasure of a lifetime!
United States Railway Association Final System Plan For Reconstructing Railroads In The Northeast And Midwest Region
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Author : United States Railway Association
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1975
United States Railway Association Final System Plan For Reconstructing Railroads In The Northeast And Midwest Region written by United States Railway Association and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1975 with Railroads categories.
Chessie S Road
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Author : Charles Wilson Turner
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1956
Chessie S Road written by Charles Wilson Turner and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1956 with Business categories.