Special to The T&D

Albert M. Langley Jr. of North Augusta has published a new book, "Atlantic Coast Line Railroad," which includes a comprehensive history of the Atlantic Coast Line and its predecessor and controlled companies, coverage of both the steam and diesel-electric eras and the story of the equipment and operation of the famed Atlantic Coast Line passenger train fleet. The Atlantic Coast Line Railroad, also known as the Standard Railroad of the South, contributed significantly to the development of Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama and Florida. Incorporated in 1900, the Atlantic Coast Line eventually operated more than 5,000 miles of its own railroad lines and controlled many other connecting lines in the Southeast. Its passenger trains were legendary. Locally, Atlantic Coast Line served Orangeburg, Denmark, Creston, Sumter, Columbia and the surrounding area. This 110-page, soft cover book features more than 300 rare photographs of stations, locomotives, freight and passenger trains and rolling stock. "Atlantic Coast Line Railroad" is available from the author for $29.95 postpaid by writing Union Station Books, 785 Murrah Road, North Augusta, S.C. 29860; by phone at 803-279-5975, or by e-mail at unionstn@aol.com.

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