Oral history interview with Eugene L. Schmitz, November 13, 1984., 1984, 2005 August 12
Item
Identifier: NAU_54515
Abstract
Mr. Schmitz was born in Flagstaff, AZ on September 17, 1914. He recounts his experiences working on the Grand Canyon Railroad, and discusses loading and herding sheep, operating steam engines, snowstorms and changing train engines. He eventually went to work for Amtrak. Other topics discussed include: train accidents; the advantages of diesels and automation; working out of Grand Canyon; the meanings of engine numbers; the classes of engines; and various personal rememberances.
Dates
- 1984
- Digitization: 2005 August 12
Digital Repository
Oral history interview with Eugene L. Schmitz, November 13, 1984.
Language of Materials
From the Collection:
Materials in English, Spanish, and other languages.
Conditions Governing Access
http://http://www.nau.edu/library/information/donations.html#archives
Extent
1 Items
Source
- Northern Arizona University (Organization)
- Heritage Colorado (Organization)
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections and Archives Repository