"A Picture Study Of The K-4," Page 23, 1976         
Here is page 23 of a 40-page booklet published by Harry P. Albrecht entitled "A Picture Study Of The K-4." First issued in October 1967, revised in September 1976. Section Caption: "On The Horseshoe Curve." Photo Caption: "No. 15 ~ Fast Mail doubleheaded westbound on the Curve. Engines 1517 and 262 ~ about 1922." Both of the locomotives pictured here are Pennsylvania Railroad K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacifics" built in Juniata. #1517 was built during May of 1918 and retired in February of 1958, while #262 was built during May of 1918 and retired in March of 1952. Partially visible at the right is the Kittanning Point Station.
Date: 9/22/1976 Location: ALTOONA (HORSESHOE CURVE), PA Views: 373 Collection Of:   Thomas C. Ayers
Locomotives: PRR 1517(4-6-2) PRR 262(4-6-2)    Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
"A Picture Study Of The K-4," Page 23, 1976
Picture Categories: Station,Steam,Passenger This picture is part of album:  PRR: Albrecht ~> "Picture Study Of The K-4"
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