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Page 10 - A train may be made superior to another train by RIGHT, CLASS Or DIRECTION. RIGHT is conferred by train order; CLASS and DIRECTION by Time-table. RIGHT is superior to CLASS or DIRECTION. DIRECTION is superior as between trains of the same class.
Page 11 - FIXED SIGNAL. — A signal of fixed location indicating a condition affecting the movement of a train. NOTE.— The definition of a "Fixed Signal...
Page 10 - TIME-TABLE. — The authority for the movement of regular trains subject to the rules. It contains the classified schedules of trains with special instructions relating thereto.
Page 9 - It may be designated as— EXTRA— For any extra train, except work extra. WORK EXTRA— For work train extra. SUPERIOR TRAIN— A train having precedence over other trains.
Page 9 - BODY TRACK. — Each of the parallel tracks of a yard upon which cars are switched or stored. LADDER TRACK. — A track connecting in series the body tracks of a yard.
Page 9 - Section — One of two or more trains running on the same schedule displaying signals, or for which signals are displayed. Extra Train — A train not authorized by a time-table schedule.
Page 186 - The cars are then overlooked and lost; in any event they cause more trouble afterward by reason of their getting into the wrong place. These and other temporary makeshifts should be avoided. A well-regulated yard, like a well-ordered house, has a place for everything, and everything should be kept in its place. To vary from this practice is sure to cause trouble. The car that finds its way into the wrong and unusual track is a...
Page 23 - The proper length of tracks depends on the unit selected and is governed by the following factors : 1. Length of train of loaded cars. 2. Length of train of empty cars. 3. Average length of trains. 4. Number of trains of average length per day. 5. Number of trains of maximum length per day. Consideration should also be given to prospective changes in grade and to a possible increase in the length of trains entering the yard.
Page 10 - A place designated on the timetable by name, at which a train may stop for traffic; or to enter or leave the main track; or from which fixed signals are operated.
Page 10 - TRAIN OF SUPERIOR RIGHT. — A train given precedence by train order. TRAIN OF SUPERIOR CLASS. — A train given precedence by time-table.