Can anyone recommend an authoritative history of the Chicago Great Western? I’m interested in learning more about this railroad’s corporate history as well as its operations. I plan on acquiring the Morning Sun “in Color” books that cover it, but as with any of their releases they are woefully inadequate when it comes to history. I’m looking for a comprehensive history test, such as those published on other lines by Indiana University Press. I’d also like something that covers operations of the post-World War II era. Thanks for any help that can be offered on this!
Brian, This may be a dumb question but did you do a Google search, I think they have a historical site. If not you can try the C&NW historical site.
Look for a copy of: "The Corn Belt Route- A History Of The Chicago Great Western Railway Company" by H.Roger Grant. (1984) Northern Illinois University Press. Boxcab E50
I should've known to follow the trail of an author! Grant has already done great books on the Erie-Lackamoney and Milwhacky. *sigh*
Your choices for history books on the CGW are somewhat thin. Another book, covering part of the system: "The Chicago Great Western In Minnesota" Roger Bee/Gary F. Browne/John C.Luecke (1984) Blue River Publications. Both books, of course, long out of print. But permanent fixtures in my RR library. Wouldn't even think of not having them. Money well spent. Boxcab E50
OK. Be there in a minute. I should have a copy of the Freight/Passenger car book on hand soon. Boxcab E50
Gotta dig up a copy of the book first. ("Santa" to the rescue!) Also been searching slide dealers for suitable photos. It's progressing, but nothing worthy of posting photos just yet.
Brian- The best source of slides I ever saw, was when Richard Wallin was selling. Perhaps he still does? Check in Trains Magazine for an ad? He had boxes to send out, where you'd pick what you needed, and mail back the rest with a check. It was great! Boxcab E50
