02530cam a22003493u 4500 37038 UtSlPG 20260610133838.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 99004656 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Hill, John A. (John Alexander), 1858-1916 Stories of the Railroad Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2011 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2011-08-11 An engineer's Christmas story -- The clean man and the dirty angels -- Jim Wainwright's kid -- A peg-legged romance -- My lady of the eyes -- Some freaks of fate -- Mormon Joe, the robber -- A midsummer night's trip -- The polar zone. Produced by David Edwards, Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Stories of the Railroad" by John A. Hill is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The narratives center around the lives of railroad engineers and their experiences, blending elements of adventure, romance, and the challenges tied to this dynamic profession. Each tale offers a glimpse into the trials and triumphs faced by those who work on the railroads, and the significant relationships that develop along the way. The opening portion of the book introduces readers to the character of John Alexander, a young fireman during the Civil War era, who learns the ropes of railroading under the guidance of the seasoned engineer Jim Dillon. The narrative unfolds with Dillon's influence on Alexander's life, not only in terms of technical skills but also with essential life lessons. As Dillon strives to secure a better future for his family by saving to buy a farm, the heartfelt dynamics between Dillon, his wife, and Alexander are established. This chapter sets the stage for a poignant tale of mentorship, love, and the harsh realities of life on the railroad during turbulent times. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Fiction Short stories Railroad stories https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/37038 77878 77878