Engine 557 Merchandise
“Once a Hobo – The Autobiography of Monte Holm”
Vic Jansen and Steve Rimple, Monte Holm’s grandson, have arranged the donation of the remaining stock of Monte Holme’s autobiography, “Once a Hobo.” Monte saved 557 from the scrap line in Everett, Washington, and was her owner and caretaker for almost 50 years. The book features 557 prominently.
Copies are available for $25.00, postage paid, via USPS Priority Mail. Purchase on-line or by mailing a check to the address at the bottom of the page.
“Ol’ 556 – Alaska’s Mighty Steam Engine”
Shannon Cartwright, well known Alaskan illustrator and author, has completed the third printing of her great story of 557’s sister, Alaska Railroad #556. Including numerous illustrations done by Shannon, this book is ideal for children or the young at heart. In this edition she has included 4 pages featuring “The Return of 557” with photos of the 557 restoration. Shannon is a good friend of 557 and copies purchased from the Engine 557 Restoration Company are signed by the author.
Copies are available for $13.00 ea. plus $7.00 for delivery by USPS Priority Mail. We can include a second copy for $13.00 in the same mailer at no additional shipping cost. Purchase on-line or by mailing a check to the address at the bottom of the page.
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Purchases may also be made by mail by sending your check and mailing address to:
Engine 557 Restoration Company
P.O. Box 875360
Wasilla, Alaska 99687-5360
To save postage, copies can be picked up at the 557 Engine house. You should call (907) 350-4340 first to verify the times that a staff member will be available.