Pennsylvania Railroad Archives

A Trip Back in Time: The Senator from Pennsylvania Railroad in 1929

March 25, 2022April 10, 2013 by ghostsofdc

The Pennsylvania Railroad's "The Senator" in 1929

Take a trip back in time to 1929 and check out the Pennsylvania Railroad’s “The Senator” in this awesome photo. Thanks to Shorpy for the amazing image!

Deanwood DC: From Railroad Accidents to President Roosevelt’s Train

December 24, 2019May 22, 2012 by ghostsofdc

Deanwood in the 1907 Baist Real Estate Atlas (Library of Congress)

Explore the history of Deanwood DC, from the railroad crossing accident that killed Judge Claughton & Miss Custis to President Roosevelt’s train stopping at the Deanwood crossing. Plus, learn about Nannie Helen Burroughs & Marvin Gaye’s former neighborhood.