cutting, small sections of rail were removed and labeled so
they would go back to same spot when rebuilding.
The bus wires to the track and switch machines were left in
place, so they were cut at each joint, and labeled for recon-
necting at the new location. We had great help from a number
of volunteers to get this work done. Some were friends who
regularly helped out during our shows. Others were hobbyists
who answered the call because they were happy that Aberfoyle
Junction was moving, not to landfill, but a new beginning.
Preparing the new building
We took possession of our new quarters on August 3. Most of
the building was open space, having previously been used as
a warehouse. However, there were several small rooms at the
east end that had to be demolished. Also, the lighting fixtures
were not in keeping with our vision, along with inoperative
heating equipment on the ceiling. All of this material had to be
removed as well. Our goal was to have the “train room” ready
for the layout by mid-September.
9. The connection of two adjacent sections as the layout
was being set up. Track work has been reconnected and
the scenery is now being addressed. The windows in
the distant wall are in the control room.
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10. The control room as the wiring was being drawn in.
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Aberfoyle Junction - 8
MRH-Dec 2014
