Louis Newton

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Gordon,

Thanks for your update on Louis and Sybil. Louis chronicles so well the operations of the N&W in the 1950s and 1960s with special attention to the transition from steam to diesels, the demise of passenger service, and the merger and acquisition activity begun by the Virginian acquisition. His insight into operations including consist reports always make so clear what the railroad was like in that era. But foremost Louis is a true Virginia Gentleman, always ready to share his rich experiences and flawless recall with all interested in the N&W.

    Ray Smoot

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On Nov 28, 2018, at 3:35 PM, NW Mailing List <nw-mailing-list at nwhs.org<mailto:nw-mailing-list at nwhs.org>> wrote:


This past Monday I enjoyed a visit with Sybil and Louis Newton in the lobby of their assisted living condo here in Roanoke.  This get together was also attended by their two daughters and some friends of Sybil and Louis.  The occasion was to wish Sybil and Louis well on their relocation to an assisted living condo in Charlotte, NC, where their two daughters live.  Louis and Sybil left yesterday for their new home in Charlotte.  Many in the NWHS know Louis for his four-volume set of books, Rails Remembered,  largely based on his outstanding career with the N&W, and for his articles in "The Arrow."  He is also remembered for his loyal work at the Roanoke archives until health restrictions dictated otherwise.  I'm sure that others join me in wishing Sybil and Louis the very best in their new home.

When I receive their new address, I'll post it here.

Gordon Hamilton


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