William D. Middleton opened the Center's second, 2004 conference with his photographs since the 1950s.
William D. Middleton (top) opened the Center's second conference with his photographs since the 1950s. David Plowden (center) and Anne Lyden also were included on the program. Registration totaled 103--double of the program a year earlier. Photos by Hank Koshollek
Railroad Heritage 17

Photo by Bonnie Adams
Railroad Heritage 17 focuses on women in railroading, with Shirley Burman as guest editor. Patricia Doolette (above) started as a coach cleaner in 1977, was promoted to locomotive engineer in 1996. Receive your copy of Railroad Heritage with your gift/subscription today.
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