Sunbury Press Books Show -- Hear the Whistle Blowing

Hear the Whistle Blowing:Railroading in the Coal RegionHistorian John Lindermuth surveys the history of railroading in the Coal Region of Pennsylvania from its earliest days to the introduction of diesel engines. Lindermuth covers railroad towns, daily life, working on the railroad, accidents, labor woes, innovations, and other topics.  About the Author:A native of Shamokin, Northumberland  County, Pennsylvania, J. R. Lindermuth worked as a newspaper reporter and editor for nearly 40 years. Since retiring, he has served as librarian of the Northumberland County Historical Society where he assists patrons with genealogy and research.He is the author of 12 novels and his short stories and articles have been published in a variety of magazines. He is a member of International Thriller Writers, EPIC, and the Short Mystery Society.He is the father of two grown children and has four grandsons. To learn more about the author, visit his website at http://www.jrlindermuth.netIntro and exit music: BANG! Slow Down and BANG! Questions copyright 1971 by BANG Music (Capitol Records)