Search found 2 matches

by Mortsman
Sat Mar 31, 2012 12:58 pm
Forum: Historical Q & A
Topic: Why Sunnyside?
Replies: 9
Views: 1476

Re: Why Sunnyside?

It was possibly named "Sunnyside" after the Pennsylvania Railroad's passenger yard in New York City. Completed about 1910, the Sunnyside yard served Pennsylvania Station across the East River in Manhatten. This yard was considered the largest passenger yard in the U.S. http://www.trainsarefun.com/li...
by Mortsman
Mon Mar 19, 2012 10:29 pm
Forum: Michigan Talk
Topic: NYC Jackson-GR questions
Replies: 22
Views: 3546

Re: NYC Jackson-GR questions

Hi, My first post. I was born and raised in Hastings and the MC Grand Valley Branch was a daily part of my young and early adult life. I even rode the "Beeliners" (RDC's) home on leave from the army. Grandtrunkfan gave a very accurate recounting. Barry County is still one of the most politically rur...