Winter 2020 Edition
As we enter the nineteenth year of e*Train, it's evident that the good work of so many members has produced a wonderful treasury of toy train experience and knowledge. And it's all here and searchable!
Our topside photo for this issue comes from the National Toy Train Library's collection. This Swedish Christmas card is but one of thousands of items available in the Library's online catalog. Check it out!
We take this opportunity to thank our great authors, and to encourage YOU to contribute too!.
To share your experiences and expertise, please let us know, and we'll help you get the information right here, where it will help others.
Carol R. McGinnis, e*Train Editor
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Swedish Christmas Card from National Toy Train Library Collection
New in this Edition:
12 Days of Toy Train Ads Plus Santa at the Museum
By TCA Staff
B&O Railroad Museum Brings Holiday Tidings with Four Historic Stops in December
By Dana Goldstein
Creating Christmas Scenes Using Fiber Optics
By Dr. Michael Groves
LEGO® Bricks and Lionel® Trains, Part 2, LEGO® Bricks Meets Lionelville®
By
John S. Halajko and Jay Stuhl
Ron Morris - TCA volunteer
By Jim Potts
Updated: (new information or picture Updates)
Hear Ye, Hear Ye! (the latest from division newsletters)
By Carol R. McGinnis
In Answer To The "6464 Thousand Thousand Dollar Dollar Question Question" (chart update)
By Bob Mintz
Mintz's Mint in the Box Mint Cars
By Bob Mintz
The Ultimate Lionel Lines Sets
By Bob Mintz
