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476's Stolen D&RGW Whistle

August 11, 2006 04:48PM
In service on the D&RGW, 476 had a fairly high pitched chime whistle. It too, was very distinctive, and can be heard on recordings of those days.
Soon after the line and equipment was sold to Charles Bradshaw, some ignorant moron broke into the roundhouse and stole 476's whistle, probably to "preserve" it in his own basement.
Immediately afterward came armed guards, the fence, and about 20 years of attitude adjustment on the part of persons, such as myself, who had become accustomed to having had the run of the yard and facilities for so long.
I realize this isn't the whistle you are asking about, but I'd sure like to see 476's whistle returned where it rightfully belongs. It is useless for being able to sell it for what it really is, because everyone who would value it knows it is stolen.
This has never been forgotten, and shouldn't be, for a host of reasons.
Subject Author Posted

Time for the update on 476

Josh McNeal August 11, 2006 02:14PM

Time for the update on 476 & whistle question

William Reed August 11, 2006 04:24PM

476's Stolen D&RGW Whistle

Mike Trent August 11, 2006 04:48PM

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William Reed August 12, 2006 06:30AM

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Charles McMillan August 13, 2006 10:47PM

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Tim August 15, 2006 08:13AM

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