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| Williamsville Depot Garage Sale May 19th, 20th & 21st, 2022. Thurs. - 4:00pm - 7:00pm, Sat/Sun - 10:00am - 2:00pm. At the Williamsville LV Depot. 86 South Long Street, Williamsville, NY. 3 day table rental only, $10.00. Brouse a wide array of items with something for everyone. FREE Parking and FREE Admission. $12.00 Chicken BBQ Saturday 11:00am - 2:00pm. More info at "Garage Sale at the Depot" |
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"The Mystery of the Missing Sapphire" by the Homewood Theater. A new play by Marty Bauer; a mystery with a few laughs. Come find out WHO did it! Dates: June 3rd and 4th, June 10th and 11th. Time: 7:30 pm at the Williamsville Depot. Adults: $8.00, Seniors & Students: $6.00 and children under 12: $4.00. |
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 "(c)2022 WNYRHS - \"Touch-A-Truck\" 2022. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
"Touch-A-Truck" was back for 2022! After a two year absence, the sights and sounds of big and little trucks were back at the Williamsville Depot. The horns of big rigs honking brought cheers of delight from the young and old. Over 20 large and small trucks from local agencies and companies filled the Depot parking lot and South Long Street. Hundreds of young and old visitors were able to view up close these unique vehicles that help keep our economy running. |  "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - \"Security Officer\" George Specht directs traffic and answers questions. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Kathy Visciano and Nancy Lutot handled ticket sales. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
It took over a dozen volunteers to make this event so successful. Our sincere thanks go out to our Williamsville Depot chairman, Marty Visciano and his crew who donated their time and skills to help raise funds to continue the restoration of the Depot and rolling stock like our LV locomotive, A&A boxcar and LV Caboose. |  "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Thanks to (L-R) Mark Klepadlo, Marty Bauer, Joyce Haskell, Kathy Visciano, Marty Visciano and Nancy Lutot who helped make this event so successful. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Joyce Haskell - John Bond and Ken Lyons at the grill. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
John Bond and Ken Lyons were the "chief chefs" at the hot dog stand, which was a busy place. Representatives for each truck were on hand to answer questions and the kids couldn't wait to get behind the wheel of the big trucks and honk their horns or run their sirens. We had many first time visitors tour the Depot and they were given information about the Society. Below are a few more of the vehicles that everyone was able to enjoy. Thank You for all your support! |  "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Williamsville Fire Department pumper truck. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Joyce Haskell - Modern Waste showed off their natural gas powered garbage truck. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Tony's Tree Service \"Sky Crane\" could be seen from all over. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Joyce Haskell - Millers Collision brought a beautiful new Dodge Tow Truck. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Joyce Haskell - United Materials brought their \"Pink\" Concrete Mixer supporting a cure for Breast Cancer. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Joyce Haskell - A large HYUNDAI© shovel loader was a big hit. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Mark, Kathy and Marty check their latest Facebook feed from Devan. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - #252 is almost totally primed and ready for finish paint. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
Restoration work continues on our Lehigh Valley switch engine #252. It now primed and getting ready for the final painting to return the locomotive to its original paint scheme. Donations are still needed to complete the restoration. If you can help out with a donation, Please call Marty Visciano at 716-864-3691. |  "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - All rust has been removed and primer applied. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - #252 is almost totally primed and ready for finish paint. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
Attention all Locomotive Painter! Now is the time for all good painters to come to the aid of the Depot! We are scheduling dates to begin painting the locomotive. Right now we are doing all the prep work needed to get Lehigh Valley #252 ready for its "Cornell Red" paint. If you are interested in helping us out: please call Marty at 716 864-3691 and let him know you can help. |  "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - All rust has been removed and primer applied. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
| On Saturday July 30th, we held our annual "Cruise Nite" from 12:00pm till 4:00pm. The weather was perfect and many people came out to view some classic beauties and walk the grounds of the Depot. At 3:00pm, the grand prize was awarded to a gorgeous 1936 Auburn Speedster. Thanks to all who came to our event and helped support or restoration efforts at the Depot. |
 "(c)2022 Joyce Haskell - Three classic \"Rods\" in the front line. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Joyce Haskell - A beautiful 1963 Chevrolet \"409\" Impala. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Joyce Haskell - \"Honest Charlies\" Speed Shop roadster. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Joyce Haskell - Our \"Grand Prize\" winner, a 1936 Auburn Speedster. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Joyce Haskell - Laughing Yoga every Tuesday at the Depot. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
The month of August got off to a great start with two unique events. Every Tuesday, the ladies from "Laughing Yoga", will help participants relieve stress and lower blood pressure through yoga. On Friday the 5th, the Homewood Theater group held a very successful Vintage Jewelry Sale. |  "(c)2022 Joyce Haskell - Homewood Theater Vintage Jewelry Sale. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Charlie Bell sets up his supplies getting ready to paint #252. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
Our Lehigh Valley SW-8 EMD locomotive, #252 on display at Depot, underwent quite a transformation on August 10th and 11th, as the painting of the locomotive had begun. Our painter, Charlie Bell, is a volunteer at Rochester & Genesee Valley Railroad Museum from Warsaw, New York. He is a professional painter who does small airplanes both jet and prop driven. Charlie also painted our Lehigh Valley caboose last year and we are very pleased with his expertise and painting skills. |  "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Marty Visciano helps Charlie get his equipment up to the hood of the locomotive. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Marty keeps slack in the air hose running to Charlies spray gun. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
After the engine was dusted off one more time, our renowned and widely published photographer, Devan Lawton, climbed aboard to document the transformation of this 71 year old locomotive. Rather than use a traditional "airless sprayer," Charlie prefers a "High Volume Low Pressure" spray gun which gives him more control and a better finish. The HPLV spray gun also creates very little overspray which ensures almost all of this very expensive paint goes onto the engine and not into the air. This requires a constant supply of paint from one gallon cans that Williamsville Depot Chairman, Marty Visciano, happily brought to Charlie. |  "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - A \"HVLP\" spray gun creates very little overspray but Charlie still uses a HEPA air mask and full body paint suit. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
| Devan was on hand to photograph the painting process on both the 10th & 11th. By the end of the day on Thursday, #252 was back into its as built look in "Cornell Red" back in December of 1950. When all of the black accessories are painted the Depot crew can apply authentic looking "Lehigh Valley" lettering and numbers. Please enjoy Devan's photo essay below. |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Charlie works his way down the top of the hood past the exhaust stack. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - With the top of the hood complete, the fireman's front side of the cab gets sprayed. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Fireman's front door is almost complete. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Charlie works his way down the engineer's side of the hood. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - A plastic tarp protects the previously painted air tank. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Engineer's side of the hood is almost finished. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Almost finished with the engineer's side of the hood. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Charlie works his way around the radiator vents which will be painted black. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - The front of the hood is almost complete. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - The engineer's side of the cab is complete and now the walkway gets painted. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - As the sun slowly sets the locomotive paint is done. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Charlie has a rosey red glow all over! (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Marty Visciano and Charlie pose for a well earned final photo. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - The fireman's side of #252 shines in the moring sun. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Fireman's side of the cab. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Engineer's side of the locomotive shines in the sunlight. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Engineer's side of the cab. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - One more 3/4 look at the engineer's side of the engine. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - The quartet on the Depot platform. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
On Saturday the 13th, the "Ladies First Jazz", group entertained the visitors at the Depot with hits from yesterday and today. Their 4 piece combo - Jennie Jones, Christina Custode, Peggy Scalzo and Jennifer May performed from 2:00pm until 4:00pm to a very appreciative crowd. We hope to have them back soon. Our dedicated Depot crew sold "Depot Dogs," refreshments and 50/50 raffle tickets. Thanks to Devan Lawton for capturing all the fun! |  "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Jennie Jones, Christina Custode, Peggy Scalzo and Jennifer May. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Just painted LV #252 shines in the background. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Some of our dedicated Depot crew, John Bond, Mary Barren, Ken Lyons and Joyce Haskell. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Mary Barren and Nancy Lutot sell 50/50 raffle tickets. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Ken Lyons and John Bond cook up \"Depot Dogs.\" (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Depot visitors enjoy great weather and great music under the tents. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Mark Klepadlo - Firemans side of the engine is taped off with the classic \"Lehigh Valley Diamond.\" beginning to appear. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
Painting on LV #252 continued the first week of September. The Depot crew does not want to waste any good painting days left this year. Society members Mark Klepadlo and Devan Lawton documented the progress of adding the distinct striping found on Lehigh Valley locomotives. Yellow painters tape creates the outline for the black paint of the stripes. The trucks and air tanks have also been finished. |  "(c)2022 Mark Klepadlo - Tape and black stripes continue around the back of the cab. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Mark Klepadlo - Almost all of the radiator louvers have been painted. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Mark Klepadlo - \"Safety Yellow\" covers all the pilot grab irons. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Back of cab has all its black stripes applied. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Engineers side is complete. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Firemans side is complete. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Joyce Haskell - 45 RPM \"British Invasion\" Concert at the Williamsville Depot. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
The second week of September on the 10th, got off to a great start at the Depot with the 45 RPM "British Invasion" Concert. This was the bands sixth visit to the Depot and they throughly enjoy playing here. Over 140 visitors to the Depot were treated to wonderful weather and many, many musical hits from the past. Freshly painted Lehigh Valley #252 locomotive was open for visitors to view the interior of the cab. Thanks to "Depot Crew" member, Joyce Haskell for photos capturing all the fun. |  "(c)2022 Joyce Haskell - Depot Crew member, Paul Randall, helps a visitor into the cab of LV #252. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Joyce Haskell - Judy, Mary Barren and Carol sell split club tickets. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
Our dedicated "Depot Crew" sold Split Club tickets and "Depot Dogs," snacks and refreshments from the Depot Grill. With the "45 RPM" band playing, everyone enjoyed a nice lunch. |  "(c)2022 Joyce Haskell - Art Toale, Ken Lyons and Jon worked the grill. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Joyce Haskell - Sales were good at the \"Depot Dogs\" Grill. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Joyce Haskell - \"Hobo Marty\" entertained the visitors. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Joyce Haskell - \"Hobo Marty\" and his sidekick grandaughter, \"Hobo Brooklyn\". (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
In a tribute to our late, longtime member Robert Lutot, Depot Chairman Marty Visciano assumed the role of the delightful "Boxcar Bob" as "Hobo Marty." With Bobs passing, Marty literally had big shoes to fill and did a wonderful job doing so. His grandaughter, Brooklyn pitched in to help entertain the crowd. A unicyclist traveling the "Lehigh Valley Memory Trail" added to the fun. |  "(c)2022 Joyce Haskell - Unicyclist on the Lehigh Valley Trail. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
| On the 14th, Williamsville Crew member Mark Klepadlo shared his progress of the painting and lettering of Lehigh Valley #252. The distinctive yellow lettering and paint really brings out the heritage of the locomotive. |
 "(c)2022 Mark Klepadlo - Engineers side of #252 getting its first letters. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Mark Klepadlo - #252 glistens in the sunlight. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Mark Klepadlo - Firemans side has most of its lettering. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Mark Klepadlo - The grab irons in fresh yellow paint. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Engineers side has all its lettering. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
On the 23rd, Mark completed the lettering on both sides of the locomotive. Devan Lawton was on hand to help photograph his accomplishments. They both decided an interior view of the engine compartment was needed. |  "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Full view of Firemans side. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Mark Klepadlo - Firemans side of #252 is almost complete. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - EMD \"567,\" 800 HP prime mover. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
The engine compartment doors were opened to reveal the Electro-Motive Diesel "567B" 800 horse power, V8, two stroke "prime mover." The engine came equiped with a turbo charger and a 597 kilowatt main generator. The prime mover was build by GM's Cleveland Diesel Engine Division, in Ohio. This model engine continues to be used in thousands of older diesel locomotives today due to its reliability and ease of maintenence. |  "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - EMD \"567,\" 800 HP prime mover. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Joyce Haskell - Mary Barren and Marty Visciano on his Kabota Tractor pulling a the \"Hay Wagon.\" (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
On Saturday the 24th, the Depot held its annual "Hay Ride and Octoberfest Craft Fair." All of our Depot volunteers enjoyed a wonderful fall day as visitors rode in the "Hay Wagon" down the "Lehigh Memory Trail." We sold pumpkins and riders received a cup of cider and a bag of popcorn. Thank you Devan Lawton and Joyce Haskell for your great photos! |  "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Our Williamsville Depot at the entrance of the \"Lehigh Memory Trail.\" (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Joyce Haskell - Pumpkins for sale. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
Our "Hayride Octoberfest Craft Fair" was held in conjunction with the WNY "Ten Lives Club" rescue group and the many vendors who came out to support both of us. Of course we sold cider, popcorn, pumpkins and 50/50 Split Club tickets. |  "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Kathy V., Mary B. and Judy sell Cider and Popcorn. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Joyce Haskell - Our Williamsville Depot Crew. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
To put on an event of this size, it takes the help of many hands. We cannot thank enough the time and effort that our entire "Depot Crew" put into making this event so successful. |  "(c)2022 Joyce Haskell - The Depot Crew goes for the 1st Hayride. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Depot visitors on a Hayride. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - \"Junk Drawer Uke Band\" performs at the Depot. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
We also had live entertainment presented by the "Junk Drawer Uke Band" who performed for free. They played for almost two hours much to the delight of all visitors to the Depot. They have performed all over WNY, from Grand Island down to the Hamburg Fair. |  "(c)2022 Joyce Haskell - \"Junk Drawer Uke Band\" members. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - A couple of small \"railfans\" climb aboard #252. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - This vendor featured lawn decor and banners. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
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 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Windsocks and totes. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Dealer on the waiting platform of the Depot. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Lawn decor from this dealer. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Fall festival baskets and wreaths. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Beautiful hairclips. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Dad, Junior and Mom look down from the cab of LV #252. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Marty Visciano - A rare photo of our itinerant photographer, Devan Lawton. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Mark Klepadlo - Marty Visciano paints the \"Lehigh Valley\" flag in the diamond. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
Williamsville Depot Chairman Marty Visciano and Mark Klepadlo didn't let the good October weather go to waste with the final stages of painting LV #252. During the first week of October, Marty hand painted the "Lehigh Valley" Flag on both sides of the locomotive. Mark finished adding the engine numbers to the cab. What a great job! |  "(c)2022 Mark Klepadlo - The locomotive finally has its identity. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - The Williamsville Depot awaits the \"Homewood Theater\" group. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
For many years the "Homewood Theater", group has put on many original plays, written and directed by Life member of the WNYRHS, Marty Bauer. On October 7th & 8th and again on the 14th & 15th, the Homewood Theater thespians performed "For the Love of Theater" in front of a very appreciative audience in the Depot waiting room. |  "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Art and Sandy Toale sell tickets. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 WNY Images - LV #252 with all lettering complete on a beautiful October evening. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
On a beautiful October 20th fall evening, "WNY Images", captured this shot of Lehigh Valley #252 at sunset. 98% of all the painting is complete, so all that is left are the front headlight number boards. Last week, Mark Klepadlo finished the rear headlight numbers and hung "DANGER" signs. |  "(c)2022 Mark Klepadlo - LV #252 rear headlight numbers. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Mark Klepadlo - \"DANGER - Restricted Access - Authorized Personel Only\" signs now hang on all for steps to limit liability issues. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Mark Klepadlo - The cab lights are on #252. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
On Saturday, October 22nd, the cosmetic restoration of Lehigh Valley #252 came to and end. Mark finished the installation of the headlight number boards and touch up painting. He also wired the cab lighting and headlights. This allowed Society member Geno Dailey to take a very dramatic night photo of the locomotive as if it was making a late night stop at the Depot. |  "(c)2022 Geno Dailey - Dramatic view of #252 in front of the Depot at night. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c) Amherst Bee - Lehigh Valley #252 in the early 70's. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") Late 1960's |
 "(c)1970's - John Ross - Bruce Mercer Collection - #252 in Ithaca, NY. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") Early 70's |
 "(c)1973 - Ronald Rohrbaugh - Ithaca, NY. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") 1973 |
 "(c)1990 - Donald Albertson - Greenidge Generation, Dresden, NY. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") 1990 |
 "(c)2021 - Joyce Haskell - Grinding, sanding and priming in Williamville, NY. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") 2021 |
| As reported, the locomotive spent a good part of its life switching freight around Ithaca, New York as Lehigh Valley Railroad #252. The engine found its way onto the Conrail roster in 1976 when they took ownership and renumbered it to Conrail #8666. Its was eventually sold to NYSEG around 1995 to switch coal cars around the plant. In 2011, the power plant was taken offline and shut down. The plant was then acquired by Greenidge Generation and was converted from coal to natural gas. Having no more cars to switch around the plant, the locomotive sat idle and unused. The Williamsville Depew Steering Committee saw an opportunity to obtain a locomotive for display and the rest is history. Click to read the fascinating story of how this 115 ton engine made the "Journey to Williamsville", with photos and videos of the trip in 2021. |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - #252 in the morning sun. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
Devan Lawton was at the Depot on Sunday the 23rd to take some beautiful pictures under clear blue skies. The dedication that Mark Klepadlo, Marty Visciano, Charlie Bell and the rest of the Depot Crew put into painting and fundraising, made this dream come true. The trainset on display is a tribute to all who help now and those who have gone before, Thank you! |  "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Arcade & Attica #510. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - LV Caboose #95050. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Engineers side of #252. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Firemans side of #252. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Firemans side of cab. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Mark Klepadlo's excellent work on the rear headlight. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Control Stand. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
Devan also gave a glimpse into the cab of #252. Electromotive Diesel (EMD) designed a very engineer friendly control stand for ease of use and repair if needed. The horn valve, brakes (independant and train), throttle and reverser levers are all neatly laid out. The speedometer and load meter are in clear view of the engineer. |  "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Electrical Cabinet. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - The Depot is all decked out for Fall. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
On Saturday, October 29th, the Williamsville Business Association held a Village wide Halloween "Spook-tacular." The Depot was open for visitors and Marty Bauer from "Homewood Theater" read ghost stories in the Depot. Joyce Haskell, Marty Bauer, his wife Mary Sue Bauer and Richard Rogenthien were our hosts for the event. |  "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Joyce Haskell, Marty Bauer, his wife Mary Sue Bauer and Richard Rogenthien. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Marty and Mary Sue Bauer read ghost stories in the Depot. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Joyce Haskell leads a group of visitors to the caboose. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Three generations of one family on the caboose steps. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Visitors leave our Lehigh Valley Caboose. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Richard Rogenthien shows off the interior of our caboose to a young railfan. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Richard waves good bye. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Mark Klepadlo - New high intensity lighting. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
Mark Klepadlo was busy the first week of November during some outstanding warm weather. To help protect all the valuable work at the Depot he added some high intensity lighting. As you can see, the results are quite dazzling. |  "(c)2022 Mark Klepadlo - Lighting by the trainset. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Mark Klepadlo - Ground light are now functioning. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
Mark also finished the wiring to the four "ground lights" used when the locomotive was used on a night run. Photographer Mike Mambretti paid a stop to the Depot to get this wonderful night shot of #252 with headlights blazing. Thank you Mike for sharing your work! |  "(c)2022 Mike Mambretti - Night shot of #252 with headlights blazing. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - The Depot is all set for a visit from Santa. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
Saturday December 3rd was a very special day at the Williamsville Depot with a visit from Santa! From 12:00pm till 2:00pm, almost 100 children, parents and two dogs were in attendance. Santa listened to all the Christmas wishes from the young and old. Our stove took the chill out of the winter air and the waiting familes were cozy and warm. |  "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Our Depot Crew was ready and waiting to greet visitors and help Santa. L-R Nancy Lutot, Joyce Haskell, Kathy Visciano, Santa \"Jim\", Paul Randall and Carol Mancuso. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Jon Nickerson and John Bond are ready to help Santa. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
Eight of our dedicated Williamsville volunteers were more than happy to help with this event. The Depot was decked out with holiday decorations and lights. Although it was cold outside, it was warm inside the Depot with the sound of happy children and adults both young and old. |  "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - At noon the Depot was filled with both the young and old anxiously waiting for a visit from \"St. Nick.\" (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
| Beside visits with Santa inside the Depot, we had marshmellow roasting outside and our Lehigh Valley Locomotive and Caboose were open for inspection. |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - This sister and brother were delighted to share their Christmas wishes with Santa. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Santa listens intently. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Marshmallow roasting over an open fire. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - \"Don't let them catch on fire!\" (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - John Bond guides a tour through our caboose. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - All smiles on this group. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
 "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - Santa is ready to leave the Depot aboard LV #252. (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
At 2:00pm, Santa knew he had many more stops to make. So he climbed aboard Lehigh Valley #252, gave two long blasts on the horn, and was heard to stay, "Merry Christmas to all and to all a Good Night!" |  "(c)2022 Devan Lawton - \"Merry Christmas to all and to all a Good Night!\". (10K) - CLICK to Enlarge") |
| The Williamsville Depot Steering Committee wishes you all a Happy and Healthy Holiday Season, and a safe Winter. We hope we will see you all in April of 2023. Happy New Year! |
Call the Depot at 716-633-7002 or  eMail Marty V. Thank You! |
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