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Former Model Railroader editor Linn Westcott's final book, entitled Model Railroading with John Allen, was published posthumously in 1981. Westcott died in 1980 while writing the book. It contained various quotes and photographs from Allen demonstrating his techniques.
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According to Linn Westcott's book Model Railroading with John Allen ("The Book") the fire was determined by an investigator be have started from a small gas furnace. John rarely used the furnace, because he liked to keep the house cool.
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Bigger and more formal associations are another option if you want to make model railroading a bigger part of your life. Nationwide organizations like the National Model Railroad Association often have both local chapters that meet quite often and larger regional seminars and conventions that meet annually. Membership in an association like this one identifies you as a very serious and devoted model toy hobbyist.
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Model railroading is a very rewarding hobby. Not only do you build models but you can collect and run your models when they are completed. Typically when you first dive in there is a lot to the hobby and it can be intimidating. Go to your local hobby shop and ask to see their selection of books introducing the basic topics of model railroading. Kalmbach is a publisher with a good selection of high quality paperback books on virtually every aspect of model railroading. The best way to get started is to jump right in!
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UTICA, NY—Tom Collins, a 49-year-old data technician and father of seven, announced Monday that model railroading is a harsh mistress. "Model railroading, like the Sea, can be a kind lady, but make no mistake, she can ... be a cold and angry harpy," Collins said. "In times of yore, men tested their mettle against the Sea, but in these modern times, a man proves his virility one way only: building, maintaining and running a model-railroad set-up in his garage or den." Collins advised using Testor's-brand epoxy glue for miniature trees and letting them dry for at least 24 hours.
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The Model Railroad Electronics web ring links sites which feature circuits and tutorials of interest to Do-It-Yourselfers of all skill levels. Circuits include throttles, DCC systems & add-ons, occupancy detectors, turnout indicators, power supplies, crossing flashers, turnout diode matrix...and much more. Tutorials include Using Old PC Power Supplies, Ohm's Law, CMOS vs. TTL, etc.
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