Seeing America Archives - Page 42 of 43

The Downtown Arrow

March 14, 2007 Todd DeFeo

The Downtown Arrow ground to a halt as it approached the crossing with a major freight artery.

Happy Birthday, City of Jefferson

December 6, 2006 Todd DeFeo

Jefferson, which is the county seat of Jackson County, is steeped in history.

Vegas Outtake: ‘Viva Las Vegas with your neon lights flashing’

April 12, 2006 Todd DeFeo

A trip to Vegas — at least the reportable version of such a trip – certainly includes gambling, meals, and, if you’re like me, camaraderie.

Enjoy life: Choosing your own adventure, Vegas style

April 2, 2006 Todd DeFeo

Watching the advertising campaign for Sin City might lead you to believe an elaborate cover story is needed before heading to town.

All’s still well in the city of Hull

May 16, 2005 Todd DeFeo

It’s so small that at one point in 2003, the only city council members were the mayor and his w

Some see old courthouses as part community foundation

April 25, 2005 Todd DeFeo

For some, they no longer serve as the centerpiece of government, now little more than a half-occupied office building housing only one or two government offices. But courthouses are the heart of a community.

Jackson’s Railroad Past Offers Trip for Train Buffs

May 5, 2004 Todd DeFeo

Standing at the railroad crossing on South Royal Street, a faint, almost distant whistle from a freight train breaks the day’s silence.

Tennessee Railway Museum offers rare chance to ride rails

February 27, 2004 Todd DeFeo

The rare and fleeting opportunities to take either a train excursion or a long-distance train trip are an experience to behold. Taking time to sit and watch the scenery breeze by the train’s window is an experience in and of itself.

The 87-mile run of the General

November 16, 2003 Todd DeFeo

The sound of a diesel resonates as it passes the Kennesaw House.

Railing history: Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History chronicles the Great Locomotive Chase, Southern industrial development

November 16, 2003 Todd DeFeo

Today, the Great Locomotive Chase is a mere bookmark in the history of the Civil War and the General sits idle an exhibit in the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History yards away from where she was stolen 14 decades ago.