Arcade and Attica Railroad

In 1881, a narrow-gauge railroad was built in southwestern New York, from Attica to Arcade. It was later rebuilt to standard gauge to connect with what became the Pennsylvania Railroad. Concerned that the line would be abandoned, local farmers, merchants, and others raised money to purchase the railroad and formed the Arcade and Attica Railroad. Through vintage photographs, Arcade and Attica Railroad highlights the history of a railroad that, faced with declining revenues, launched steam-powered passenger service in 1962. With a dedicated management team that has taken the time and effort to face obstacles, the pride of loyal employees, and a supportive community, the railroad has endured a variety of herculean challenges to continue passenger and freight service in Wyoming County, New York.

Author: Kenneth C. Springirth
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)
Published: 10/01/2009
Pages: 128
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.69lbs
Size: 9.22h x 6.58w x 0.30d
ISBN13: 9780738572055
ISBN10: 0738572055
BISAC Categories:
- Transportation | Railroads | History
- History | United States | State & Local | Middle Atlantic (DC, DE, MD,
- Transportation | Railroads | Pictorial