(Norfolk Southern distributed the following on November 5.)
NS Newsbreak is published monthly for employees and retirees of Norfolk Southern Corporation. It is available on the Web at: http://www.nscorp.com/nscorphtml/newsbreak/
This month’s stories include:
NS hosts event designating Atlanta a Freight Rail Smart Zone
With millions of rail cars moving through Atlanta annually, the city is a vital hub for freight rail service. That’s why Norfolk Southern, the Association of American Railroads and CSX Transportation joined together in late September to designate the Atlanta area a Freight Rail Smart Zone for the efficient movement of consumer goods and products.
http://www.nscorp.com/nscorphtml/newsbreak/1103/index.html#zone
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Customers give NS high marks for service improvements
The latest annual survey of Norfolk Southern customers shows marked improvements in service and customer satisfaction. The survey was conducted in May and June.
http://www.nscorp.com/nscorphtml/newsbreak/1103/index.html#service
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Preparation and planning bring quick response to Isabel’s damage A month after a massive blackout threatened operations, Norfolk Southern employees faced the challenge of preparing for a more serious threat – a hurricane 300 miles across packing winds of up to 100 mph.
http://www.nscorp.com/nscorphtml/newsbreak/1103/index.html#isabel
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Lawmen perform at centennial commemoration of the “Wreck of the Old 97”
On the 100th anniversary of the wreck of Southern Railway train No. 97, the NS Lawmen kicked off festivities commemorating that event with their version of the song and received a standing ovation at the Carrington Pavilion in Danville, Va.
http://www.nscorp.com/nscorphtml/newsbreak/1103/index.html#lawmen
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NS salutes its veterans in November
Norfolk Southern salutes its veterans past and present in November in a special celebration, Veterans Month.
http://www.nscorp.com/nscorphtml/newsbreak/1103/index.html#veterans
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How Veterans Day came about
Memorial gestures that took place on Nov. 11, giving universal recognition to the end of World War I combat, gave rise what is now known as Veterans Day.
http://www.nscorp.com/nscorphtml/newsbreak/1103/index.html#history
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Veterans’ stories tell of service and sacrifice
When Newsbreak asked for stories from Norfolk Southern’s veterans, we received more than could fit in the publication. Every one tells an important story about service and sacrifice. We’ve posted all of them on the Veterans Month page of the NS Web site, www.nscorp.com. Here are some excerpts.
http://www.nscorp.com/nscorphtml/newsbreak/1103/index.html#stories
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In Memoriam
Stanley Crane
Stanley Crane, who served as chairman of Norfolk Southern predecessors Southern Railway and Conrail, was honored at a memorial service in Philadelphia.
http://www.nscorp.com/nscorphtml/newsbreak/1103/index.html#crane
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NS 2004 wall calendars available
Norfolk Southern 2004 wall calendars can be purchased for $9.95 (including tax, postage and handling) using a credit card by calling toll-free 1-800-264-4394 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. EST, or by sending a check or money order for that amount to:
Nyberg, Fletcher and White
2915 Whittington Ave.
Baltimore, Md. 21230