Discover a fascinating piece of railroad history with this vintage postcard featuring Bay Colony Railroad Number 1061. This detailed postcard showcases an Alco S-4, 1,000 horsepower switcher, captured in action at Buzzard Bay, Massachusetts. The locomotive, with its distinctive blue, yellow, and orange livery, stands prominently on the tracks amidst a natural, tree-lined landscape, offering a vivid glimpse into the era of classic American railroading. This particular locomotive has a rich lineage, having served as Delaware & Hudson's Number 3041 and later Portland Terminal's Number 1061 before its tenure with the Bay Colony Railroad.

Produced by Alleghany Publishers with a photo credit to Jim Shaughnessy, this collectible postcard is a must-have for railway enthusiasts, locomotive historians, and collectors of regional Massachusetts memorabilia. It highlights the power and engineering of the Alco S-4 switcher, a workhorse of its time, beautifully rendered in a color photograph. This postcard serves as a wonderful tangible connection to the heritage of New England's railroad operations and the iconic Alco diesel-electric locomotives.