Wes Coates
Fascinating and detailed history of the Reading's electrification of the suburban lines leading to and from the Reading Terminal. Includes an excellent short history of the Reading's predecessor lines before chapters covering the electrification program under Agnew Dice, a clear explanation of the catenary system, a description of which rolling stock was chosen and why, and then a look at operations (Philadelphia Division, Ninth Street, Norristown, Germantown & Chestnut Hill, Bethlehem, New Hope and Doylestown, New York--West Trenton and New Town-Fox Chase). Includes interesting data on mileage, steam vs. electric perfomance, etc. Illustrated throughout with black and white photos and diagrams. With rosters and numerous maps.
Electric Trains to Reading Terminal