'Spaw. You're right, railroading gets in your blood. I worked for the CB&Q for many years. You are also right that railroading has changed DRAMATICALLY. And is getting worse daily from what I've heard. That's why I quit. But while my life has changed, I still kind of miss the old days, banging boxcars together, playing cards, and wild parties at away from home terminals. Though I don't know his face, I have a very clear picture in my mind of your dad. I worked with so many like him. Thanks for your post. BlueJay