News column - 1
July 2013:
The latest model railroad products, news & events
by Richard Bale and Jeff Shultz
Joseph A. Giannovario 1948-2013
Cancer has taken the life of Joe Giannovario, founder and editor
of O Scale Trains magazine. He was 65 years old when he died
at his home in West Chester, PA on June 7. A native of Brooklyn,
NY, Joe had been an enthusiastic supporter of 2-rail O scale
modeling for many years before launching his magazine in 2001.
Joe will be missed by model railroaders everywhere, especially
members of the 1:48 scale community. Family survivors include
his wife Eugenie (Jaini). The future of O Scale Trains magazine
has not been announced…
Speedwitch returning
Ted Culotta has announced plans to relaunch Speedwitch Media
this summer. The one-man company has been dormant in recent
years. Initial products will include decals, books, and the remain-
ing stock of Speedwitch SP stock car kits. Additional kits are
planned for release one to two months later…
