NASG Dispatch 1989 #4 August Articles

1989 #4 August

4

Michael Ferraro

Model Railroad Organizations

The new NASG president is asking for volunteers to fill vacated positions.

1989 #4 August

8

Dick Karnes

Model Railroad Clubs

The first meeting of Oregon state-wide S-scale modelers, to gauge interest in a state-wide meeting, and to consider organizing a joint NASG/NMRA convention. People brought models, and John Verser (of Pacific Rail Shops) brought the latest box car model. Includes several photos.

1989 #4 August

10

Bill Fraley

Scenery - Trees, Shrubs, Bushes

Using left-over Christmas decorations to serve as the basis for S-scale trees. Includes construction photos.

1989 #4 August

12

Dick Karnes

Model Railroad Shows

The author reviews the 1989 NASG Convention.

1989 #4 August

16

Dick Karnes

Model Railroad Shows

A listing of what was new at the Convention.

1989 #4 August

17

Kent Singer

Model Railroad Shows

Photos of the model contests winners.

1989 #4 August

25

various authors

Product Review

Reviewed are the New York Central Heavyweight Passenger Cars by South Wind Models, and the PRR M-l/M-la 4-8-2 by Omnicon Scale Models.

1989 #4 August

29

Bob Jackson

Model Railroad Organizations

In this final installment, the author describes the significant loss of members due to the incorporation and the revocation of the "life-time" membership, and the creation and start of the DISPATCH magazine. He also mentions why he has decided to stop this series on the NASG's history.