Modelers Presentation ("Modeling Stations of the Chestnut Hill Branch")
Chapter member Ron Hoess:  Construction of the Chestnut Hill Branch was begun in 1883. The Branch originated at North Phila. (Germantown Junction at the time) and went northward 6 miles to its terminus at Chestnut Hill. This was to be a double track commuter line that would provide people from outlying communities easy access to center city. During construction, in the 1884-85 time period, eleven stations were built. Of these 6, perhaps 7, could be attributed to the Philadelphia architect W. Bleddyn Powell. All of these stations were of similar design, although there were very distinct variations. As an example, construction of a model of the Allen Lane Station will be discussed.

Feature Presentation ("Bucks County Trolleys)  Mike Szilagyi presents “Bucks County Trolleys.” Bucks County, Pennsylvania, was once served by 120 miles of trolley lines. During the decades spanning the 1890s to 1950s, a variety of trolley cars glided through Bucks County’s towns and countryside. Based on the Arcadia Publishing book of the same title, this illustrated talk provides rare glimpses not only of a long-lost mode of travel but also charming scenes of Bucks County’s soon to be altered landscapes.