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Greenwich Library Presents ‘Streamlined Trains of the 1930s’

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Rick Abramson, aka ‘the Railroad Man’, a 44-year veteran of the CT railways, returns to Greenwich Library on Saturday, Oct. 14 at 2 p.m. to discuss the streamlined trains of the 1930s and their designers.

Like any business, railroad management wanted to increase business and revenue by providing clean, modern passenger cars. They employed professional designers to achieve this goal.

Abramson’s talk, including a power point presentation, will cover the evolution of streamlining trains from as early as the 1860s to its high point in the 1930s. There will also be models on display of some of the locomotives in the presentation. A ‘Q&A’ will follow the talk.

Abramson has been fascinated with train since age six, both real and model. His dream of working for the railroad came true in February of 1968 when he was as hired by the New Haven Railroad, holding a variety of positions over the years such as freight agent, station supervisor, locomotive engineer, train dispatcher and superintendent. Abramson recently retired as Superintendent of Operations for the Housatonic Railroad in Canaan. He is an avid model railroad hobbyist, and has written for many hobby magazines. His models are known for their detail and accuracy.

The presentation is open to all at no charge and will be held in the Library Meeting Room. Registration is strongly recommended. Register using the Library’s online calendar or contact Carl White, Local History Librarian at cwhite@greenwichlibrary.org or call 203-622-7948.

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