Biography of James Cholmeley Russell (1841-1912), the barrister, financier, property developer and railway entrepreneur. He was a key shareholder of the North Wales Narrow Gauge Railways company from which the Welsh Highland Railway Company ultimately emerged. Regularly updated and revised as more information comes to light.
Showing posts with label locomotive. Show all posts
Showing posts with label locomotive. Show all posts
Monday, 6 June 2011
Russell heading South
The Hunslet built locomotive 'Russell' at Beddgelert. One wonders if the eponymous James Cholmeley Russell ever rode on or behind it in a train?
Labels:
1920s,
Beddgelert,
Hunslet,
locomotive,
Russell,
steam
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