Description

Volume 3, Number 2 — Product Description
(Published Second Quarter 2004, 34 pages)

The Prospector continues its 2004 run with a diverse mix of historical research, mapping resources, equipment studies, and regional operations. This issue introduces a new staff member, expands the Society’s station map archive, and features both standard‑gauge and narrow‑gauge topics with strong modeling value.

Contents

• New Staff Member – Glenn Leasure — Keith M. Williams An introduction to the Society’s newest contributor and his role in expanding RGM&HS publications.
• D&RGW Station Maps A curated selection of historic station maps documenting key locations across the Rio Grande system.
• Reviews: Rio Grande Narrow Gauge Varnish (CRA #25) — Charlie V. Mutschler A detailed review of Colorado Railroad Annual No. 25, focusing on passenger equipment and operations.
• D&RGW: Missouri Pacific’s Colorado & Utah Coal Connections — Robert R. Harmen, Dr., & Gayle An examination of the intertwined coal traffic between the D&RGW and Missouri Pacific.
• Tennessee Pass Tunnel Portals — Matt Hutson & Keith Williams A photographic and historical look at the portals of the iconic Tennessee Pass Tunnel.
• Remnants of the Rio Grande – The Cañon Local — Frank Keller A study of surviving traces of the Cañon Local, supported by photography and field observations.