NASG Dispatch Articles by Bill Fraley

2012 #4 August

2

Layouts - S

Frank Titman is a prolific modeler, builder, author, editor, and kit manufacturer (Lehigh Valley Models). This is a photo essay of his Spiral Hill layout, which was featured in the Great Model Railroads 2000 annual magazine. This article includes a track plan of the 19'x20' layout.

2009 #6 December

21

Structures

Despite the kit definitely being intended for O-scale, the author still managed to make it into a reasonable model for S.

2000 #6 December

14

Model Railroads and People

After a brief introduction of how the author met Frank, the remainder of the article is an interview-style format. Frank describes how he got started in model railroading, in S-scale, background info on the S Gauge Herald, and the history behind Lehigh Valley Models. Includes photos of Frank's layout and his models.

2003 #3 June

10

Model Railroad Manufacturers

Frank Titman has sold his company, Lehigh Valley Models, to Phil Kehr of K&P Brick & Building Company out of York, PA. Includes photos of some of the company's models.

1997 #3 June

21

Model Railroads and People

The author reminisces about John H. Long who had recently passed away. John modeled in S-scale for 37 years, and was a founding member of the Central Pennsylvania S Gaugers.

2013 #6 December

11

Structures - Towns/Cities

On the previous issue's cover, Bill Fraley's church drew attention, so he briefly describes how he built that model by enlarging it from a cut-out book.

2010 #1 February

8

Model Railroads and People

An ode to Russ Downs and what he did for the hobby.

2010 #6 December

27

Model Railroads and People

Bill describes Stan's involvement in the hobby.

1996 #5 October

25

Model Railroads and People

Introducing John Foley.

2002 #1 February

12

Model Railroad Manufacturers

Introduction of Fred and Dolores Rouse who bought S Scale Locomotive & Supply.

2002 #5 October

25

Model Railroads and People

Introducing Hiram Graves. Includes a model photo of the 2nd place Craftsman category he won at the 2002 NASG Convention.

2004 #2 April

19

Layouts - S

Introducing Wally Collins (81 at the time). Includes several photos of Wally and his layout.

2004 #6 December

10

Model Railroads and People

Bill briefly introduces Bob Werre, with a couple of photos of Bob's studio where he was busy photographing SHS products.

2005 #1 February

14

Model Railroads and People

Bill introduces Stan Furmanak, who is the new NASG membership secretary. Includes photos of Stan and some of the models he has built.

2005 #3 June

14

Model Railroads and People

Bill introduces Tom Robichaud who is a member of the Bristol S Gauge Club.

2005 #6 December

10

Model Railroads and People

Joe and Lori Fuss, owners of Ragg's To Riches, are introduced. They personally model in Sn3, although their company sells products for most scales. Includes the history of the company.

2006 #3 June

14

Model Railroads and People

Introduces Bert Mahr and his "Conrail & Eastern Railroad". Includes a couple of photos.

2006 #6 December

8

Model Railroads and People

The author introduces Roy Hoffman, how he got started in the hobby, and his current Penn Western "scale" layout.

2007 #6 December

14

Model Railroads and People

Introduces Emory Shughart, and his whole family. Includes a few photos of Emory's A.F. layout.

2008 #3 June

10

Model Railroads and People

Introduces John Degnan. Includes a photo of him and Jim King (Smoky Mountain Modelworks).

2008 #5 October

10

Model Railroads and People

Introduces Jim King, owner of Smoky Mountain Modelworks.

2011 #1 February

20

Model Railroads and People

Bill introduces Cliff Brown who models the Lehigh Valley.

2012 #1 February

19

Locomotives - GP35

The author describes the engine that he bought from the Stan Furmanak estate, which was an American Model unit that needed to be repainted.

2003 #1 February

22

Freight Cars

This is a follow-up article describing other modelers who have completed their Perma-Built freight car kits recently. Includes several photos of models

2002 #1 February

14

Model Railroad Shows

The author held two clinics at the 2001 NASG Convention about building this older kits. Wally Collins started this effort upon finding 80 kits in his basements. The article includes some tips the author gave at the clinics about building these 1950s-vintage kits. Includes several model photos in the author's collection.

2001 #1 February

10

Structures - Engine Servicing

The author presents a materials list, a scaled drawing, and step-by-step guidance to how to scratchbuild a sandhouse. Includes two small photos of the completed model.

2011 #3 June

13

Model Railroads and People

Bill explains the "Secret Project Month" concept started in their local club in the 1960s. He describes what he had to do to hold the meeting at his house, and the results of this year's Secret Project contest. Includes photos taken at the meeting, as well as photos of this year's models.

2009 #6 December

12

Model Railroad Shows

This annual event made the author reflect on the first one he attended and some of the highlights over the years. Includes photos of significant events at some of the shows.

2015 #3 May

26

Locomotives - 4-6-0

The history of the model that Frank Titman and Bob Christ built, and then sold to the author. Part of the super-structure was a planned Nord 4-6-0 that didn't make it to market, but a few models survived. Includes several photos of the model.

1996 #3 June

15

Model Railroad Clubs

The Lehigh Valley S Gaugers meet in April to reveal each member's "secret project". Several months earlier the members of the club indicate what they intend to reveal in April, and the entries are sealed in an envelope. Members with no, or incomplete, projects have to pay a penalty fee. At the April meeting the projects are judged and prices are awarded to the top three entries. The project keeps the members building. Photos of the efforts are shown in the article.

2007 #5 October

24

Model Railroad Shows

A report on the clinic/meeting that was held for members of the Yahoo! Groups S-scale discussion list.

1990 #2 April

19

Scenery - Trees, Shrubs, Bushes

Using the stranded-wire technique, the author describes how he built new trees to improve upon the ones he had previously built. Includes several photos.

1989 #4 August

10

Scenery - Trees, Shrubs, Bushes

Using left-over Christmas decorations to serve as the basis for S-scale trees. Includes construction photos.