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Amtrak NEWS, July 1, 1977.

Amtrak NEWS. Vol. 4, No. 12 (July 1, 1977): 8. Print. Includes black and white photographs. From the Amtrak Corporate Collection.

Amtrak NEWS was a bi-monthly newsletter published for Amtrak employees. Feature articles in this issue focus on the 75th anniversary of the Broadway Limited (New York/Washington-Chicago); delivery of the last Amfleet I car; and introduction of new baggage handling tags to expedite service and minimize errors.

Amtrak NEWS, February 1, 1977.

Amtrak NEWS. Vol. 4, No. 2 (February 1, 1977): 8. Print. Includes black and white photographs. From the Amtrak Corporate Collection.

Amtrak NEWS was a bi-monthly newsletter published for Amtrak employees. Feature articles in this issue focus on the Peanut Special that carried Jimmy Carter supporters to his inauguration; the Amtrak Transcontinental Steam Excursion; and the company's response to harsh winter weather conditions.

"Fun Food Train" children's menu, 1970s.

Printed multi-color menu on heavy cardstock; likely dates to the 1970s. All meal options went by special railroad themed names, such as the "Baggage Car" breakfast that included two scrambled eggs, bacon and toast with jelly. Menu features artwork of a train and tracks. Courtesy of Brian Roman.

Amtrak NEWS, August 1, 1977.

Amtrak NEWS. Vol. 4, No. 14 (August 1, 1977): 8. Print. Includes black and white photographs. From the Amtrak Corporate Collection.

Amtrak NEWS was a bi-monthly newsletter published for Amtrak employees. Feature articles in this issue focus on how employees in New York City worked through a blackout; production of television commercials; and training for station employees.

Lake Shore Limited luncheon menu, 1975.

Multi-color printed paper lunch menu issued in November 1975 for use on the Lake Shore Limited (Chicago-New York/Boston). The front cover features a vase with a carnation. Passengers could chose between sandwiches or entrees such as pan fried sole and baked chopped sirloin steak, as well as appetizers and desserts. From the Ann Owens Collection.

North Coast Hiawatha dinner menu, 1976.

Multi-color printed paper menu issued in June 1976 for use on the North Coast Hiawatha (Chicago-Billings-Seattle). The front cover features a collage of famous landmarks in cities and regions served by Amtrak, including the United States Capitol, Golden Gate Bridge, Statue of Liberty and a southwestern desert landscape. Passengers could chose between sandwiches or entrees such as sauteed filet of northern pike almondine. From the Ann Owens Collection.

SDP40F locomotive No. 631 leading a train, 1970s.

Color slide showing SDP40F No. 631 leading a train; image likely dates to the 1970s.

RTL Turboliner in the countryside, 1970s.

Color film slide showing an RTL Turboliner passing through the countryside; image probably dates to the late 1970s.

Amtrak NEWS, January 15, 1977.

Amtrak NEWS. Vol. 4, No. 1 (January 15, 1977): 8. Print. Includes black and white photographs. From the Amtrak Corporate Collection.

Amtrak NEWS was a bi-monthly newsletter published for Amtrak employees. Feature articles in this issue focus on company highlights from 1976; scheduled improvements to Michigan stations; and employees who went above and beyond their job duties to deliver excellent customer service.

Silver Star near Lorton, Va., 1970s.

Color slide showing the Silver Star (New York-Tampa-Miami) near Lorton, Va.; image likely dates to the 1970s.