1940-1950s, and the end of service in the 1960s. Pricing and
ordering instructions are available at the website shown.
Electroniscript Incorporated,
has introduced a circuit for
driving a Tortoise® turnout
motors using one or two
remote momentary push-
button controls. This makes
the driver well-suited for lay-
outs where turnout controls
are needed at more than one
location. The board-mounted
circuit, which can be DCC-
enabled, has been tested suc-
cessfully with Digitrax, MRC,
and NCE systems. The item is available from BNM Hobbies at
Coastmans Scenic
Products
is selling a selection of kits
for assembling authentic
looking cedar trees suit-
able for N through O scale
layouts and dioramas. The
kits begin at about $16.00
for five to seven trees,
depending on the type
and height desired. A variety of stumps and other accessories
are also available as well as fully assembled trees. Visit the
above website for a photo gallery and ordering information.
News column - 3
Signature Press
has a new book
titled "Southern Pacific Lines
Standard-Design Depots" by
Henry E. Bender, Jr. The story
of SP’s depots, when they were
built, what they looked like,
and when they were destroyed
or saved, makes for an interest-
ing read for both rail fans and
model railroad hobbyists. The
320 page, 8.5” x 11” hard-cover
book includes 437 photos and
46 drawings. Additional infor-
mation, including pricing and
ordering details, is available at the above website.
Woodland Scenics
is offering a free model inventory program
for Android devices. The system is designed to conveniently
track locomotives, rolling stock, structures, scenery items, and
accessories. Custom categories can also be created. Purchase
date, cost, photos, and notes can be easily logged for all hobby
items. The information can be printed out on a spreadsheet and
taken to train shows and swap meets to help make informed
buying decisions. To download the free program go to
O SCALE PRODUCT NEWS
3rd Rail Division of Sunset Models
) is taking res-
ervations for a Norfolk & Western class M “Mollie” 4-8-0 steam
locomotive. Three variations of the class will be
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