" FAST FREIGHT ROLLING " 1952 WESTERN MARYLAND RAILROAD TRANSPORT OF COAL TO BALTIMORE MD10525

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Produced by Dudley Pictures Corporation in 1952 for the Western Maryland Railway Co., "Fast Freight Rolling" paints a vivid picture of the historical and operational evolution of the Western Maryland Railway, emphasizing its role in the economic and industrial development of the United States. It discusses the history of the railroad and shows the wide variety of services provided. The film traces the route of the Western Maryland from the coal producing regions of Elkins, W.Va., to the port of Baltimore, its eastern terminus. The film features steam Challengers, Alco FAs and EMD F-units locomotives. The Western Maryland Railway (reporting mark WMoperated in Maryland, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania up until 1983. It was primarily a coal hauling and freight railroad, with a small passenger train operation. This film was shot by Edward Hutton, narrated by Marvin Miller, and directed and written by Herman Boxer.

00:00 Describes the USA 100 years ago, symbolized by a flag with 31 stars, highlighting the youth and vigor of the nation, expanding westward from the Atlantic, full of opportunity. Visual: pioneers in a wagon moving across the prairie.
1:00 - 1:28: Discusses the transportation in the 1850s, where the horse was the primary means, yet the advent of railroads was beginning to promise faster, safer, and more economical transport. Cowboys on horseback,
2:04: Details the demand for railroads across America, specifically mentioning the charter of the Baltimore, Carroll and Frederick Railroad Company in Maryland on May 27th, 1852, which later became the Western Maryland Railway.
2:07 - 2:56:Outlines the humble beginnings of the Western Maryland Railroad with a small track and engine, growing into an integral part of the region's development, pushing westwards. Steam freight train moves over a high bridge and through a tunnel.
2:56 - 3:52:Describes the expansion of the Western Maryland Railway into a significant trunk line, connecting multiple states and handling vast amounts of freight traffic.
3:53 - 5:04:Focuses on the primary cargo of the Western Maryland, bituminous coal, detailing its importance and the operational challenges of transporting it over mountainous terrain. Freight loading crane shown.
5:04 - 6:51: Highlights the operational specifics of coal transport, mentioning key locations like Cumberland and the demanding Black Fork grade, showcasing engineering feats. Three steam engines pull a huge coal train up a grade.
6:51 - 7:57: Discusses the operations at Hagerstown, a critical hub for the Western Maryland system, involving repair shops, classification yards, and the employment of over 3,000 people. Diesel switch engine #145 shown moving cars, an a huge turntable is shown in use.
8:02 - 9:03: Describes the maintenance and readiness of freight operations, emphasizing the transition to diesel engines for efficiency. Diesel engine shown in a washing system.
9:03 - 11:25: Covers the activities at Port Covington in Baltimore, detailing the handling of various commodities, including coal, grain, and iron ore, for both domestic and international trade. SS African Enterprise ship shown being loaded in Baltimore.
11:25: Further elaboration on the port operations, including the use of car barges for additional transport capacity and the diversity of freight handled. SS Santa Rita freighter in port.
13:39 - 14:50:Touches on the historical significance of the Gettysburg area, linking it with the railroad and the famous Gettysburg Address by Abraham Lincoln. State of Pennsylvania Monument and Lincoln Memorial shown.
14:50 - 16:54: Discusses the modern operations and continuous improvements in track, equipment, and personnel training to maintain high standards in freight transport.
16:54 : Conclusion: strategic importance of the railway in national commerce, its growth into the future, and its role in connecting different parts of the country.

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