History of the wreck of the old 97 Gregory, G. Howard

Fascinating and detailed history of the Wreck of the Old 97, one of America's more famous railroad tragedies because of ballad it inspired.This book attempts to separate fact from fiction, providing insight into the tragic derailment of Southern Railway's crack postal express. With photos of the train, the crew, and the wreckage. With two versions of the ballad, maps and bibliography. 36 pages.