Sussex Branch Tales

Six short stories of the Lackawanna's Sussex Branch set in different parts of its history. Synopsis This delightful book is your ticket to ride on the now defunct Sussex Branch of the Delaware Lackawanna and Western. Each of the 6 stories in this volume gives the reader a chance to experience the joy of train travel during different times in the history of Sussex County New Jersey. Mighty steam engines picturesque stations the magic of railroading in Sussex County comes to life. From its humble beginnings in 1854 to its last run in 1966 the Sussex Railroad has fascinated railroad fans of all ages. But what was it really like to ride the rails? Join the citizens of Newton as they celebrate the arrival of the first train to their new station. Follow two children Emily and Josh as their first trip turns into an exciting adventure. Ride the last train from Branchville with the ghosts of the past. Imagine what the future might have been. All aboard the Sussex Railroad.