Does priority count? New Year’s Day event beginning of show season
We are starting out the new year with some material on show schedules, not necessarily steam, but engines none the less.
We often wonder: Who threshed for your grandad?
In my last article I discussed some aspects of history as they relate to our hobby and its various activities.
But we often wonder: Who...
What are the reasons for having a steam show?
Hello again, all you steam engineers and old iron enthusiasts. Have you been to a show yet this year ? Sam Moore told us...
Lovers of steam and antique equipment lost some dear friends
Several readers have asked about articles (or the lack of them), so I thought I'd try to grind out some news.
Engines highlighted country by country
The European Traction Engine Register 4th edition details many steam engines from around the world.
Foundry patterns still valuable to collect
The show season is well underway for 2015 with some of the early and well known shows in the past, or upcoming. Since I...
Steam shows: The times they are a changin’
I suppose this title can be applied to most any area of human endeavor but if we are thinking of steam engines and steam shows, which is my usual field, many details come to mind.
How many engines is enough at a show?
This topic has come to mind in discussions at our show and perhaps several others. More is usually better, but there are other considerations...
Preserving local photos keeps the story alive
Tom Downing enjoys seeing steam engine photos shared by various enthusiasts and appreciates the preservation of history.
British steam magazine offers ‘rally’ insight
There are differences between English and American steam engine clubs. Here's a look at British steam magazine Steaming and some English engines.
