PRR 6100, S-1, #2 of 2, 1939         
WB. Here is the second of two images of photos by an unidentified photographer that were taken in Flushing, New York, in 1939. Partially visible here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6100, the S-1 (6-4-4-6) "Big Engine" built in Juniata during January of 1939 and retired in January of 1949 after just ten years of experimental service. It's on display at the New York World's Fair; the text of the sign is clearly visible in this photo. William E. Burket Collection.
Date: 8/15/1939 Location: Flushing, NY Views: 247 Collection Of:   Thomas C. Ayers
Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
PRR 6100, S-1, #2 of 2, 1939
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Peider SwissTrip General Impressive! Nothing today compare these achievments. 7/22/2022 2:46:58 PM

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