NASG Dispatch Articles: Model Railroad Organizations

1978 #3 October

1

unaccredited

Information about the upcoming NASG elections.

1993 #5 October

22

A detailed report about what happened at the NASG's BOT meeting at the 1993 NASG Convention.

1993 #5 October

23

Reports covering the general membership meeting.

1994 #5 October

1995 #5 October

23

A summary of the topics covered in the NASG membership meeting at the 1995 NASG Convention.

1999 #5 October

36

unaccredited

Report of what happened at the 1999 NASG BOT meeting.

2000 #5 October

34

unaccredited

A report of what happened at the NASG BOT meeting at the 2000 NASG Convention.

2001 #5 October

36

unaccredited

A full report of the NASG BOT meeting at the 2001 NASG Convention.

2002 #5 October

30

unaccredited

A detailed review of what happened at the 2002 NASG BOT meeting.

2002 #5 October

32

unaccredited

A detailed review of what happened at the 2002 NASG general membership meeting.

2003 #5 October

36

unaccredited

A full report of the BOT meeting at the 2003 NASG Convention.

2015 #2 March

30

various authors

Members running for certain positions for the upcoming NASG elections are showcased.

2016 #6 November

30

Bill Roberts

The notes taken at the NASG BOT meeting at the 2016 NASG Convention. Also briefly mentioned are the notes of the general membership meeting.

2019 #4 July

14

Greg Klein

A summary report of the NASG's promotions committee's efforts for 2019.

2025 #2 March

6

A listing and background information about the people volunteering to run for a position within the NASG Board of Trustees.

1987 #3 Summer

7

Jim Kindraka

Details about what transpired at the annual membership meeting at the 1987 NASG Convention.

1987 #3 Summer

9

Kent Singer

A listing of all of the contests winners at the 1987 NASG Convention. Photos of the models are shown starting on page 12.

1987 #3 Summer

6

Bob Jackson

The author summarizes the 1987 NASG Convention, celebrating 50 years of S-scale, and the 25th anniversary of the S Gaugian magazine. Apparently Ed Packard was there, who introduced the first commercial S-scale products via Cleveland Designs' C-D, including showing some of the turned-wooden models.

1979 #1 June

1

Ernie Horr

Ernie Horr announces that he has taken over the NASG Newsletter from Bob Ristow, and that the new name of the magazine is the NASG Dispatch. He introduces himself.

2019 #1 January

10

Dick Karnes

Dick Karnes is the last remaining original founders of the NASG organization. In this article he reflects on how the organization was formed, and how it has grown over the years. Includes a photo of his original membership card!

1992 #6 December

7

Mike Palmiter

A visit to the company that is printing and the Dispatch (at least at the time of this article). Includes several photos.

1993 #1 February

19

Doug Peck

Updates on the 1992 and 1993 NASG A.F. Commemorative cars.

1996 #3 June

23

Frank Titman

The story of Bernie Thomas, and how the award came about.

2013 #5 October

2

unaccredited

A statement of what the NASG is, a brief history of the NASG, what S-scale is, and information about the annual awards the NASG may offer. This issue is the first one edited by Bill Pyper.

2013 #6 December

2

unaccredited

A statement of what the NASG is, a brief history of the NASG, what S-scale is, and information about the annual awards the NASG may offer. This issue is the first one edited by Bill Pyper.

1991 #2 April

9

Doug Peck

2021 #3 May

7

unaccredited

NASG election results. A listing of the open positions within the NASG.

1994 #3 June

6

Will Holt

The results of the survey produced by the NASG Manufacturers Advisory Group. The survey seemed to be heavily focused on A.F.-related products.

1987 #3 Summer

5

The creation of the Tony Perles award. 1987 NASG election results.

2015 #6 November

30

various authors

Details about the NASG's dues increases.

1979 #3 October

3

unaccredited

Announcing that Don Heimburger won the award.

2000 #6 December

23

unaccredited

A listing of this award's winners from 1966 to 2000.

2013 #6 December

6

Bill Winans

The author continues to introduce the members of the NASG BOT.

2014 #3 June

2

Bill Winans

The NASG president covers several NASG-related topics, including elections, and needing someone to handle the Estate Survival program of the NASG.

2014 #4 August

7

Bill Winans

Covers some minor topics about the organization itself (election nominations, no dues increases, extra copies of this issue available).

2014 #5 October

2

Bill Winans

The NASG president covers several topics as he returned from the NASG Convention.

2014 #6 November

2

Bill Winans

Commentary about the upcoming NASG elections, the Perles award, and the demise of Carstens Publishing.

2015 #1 January

2

Bill Winans

It costs the NASG money to send out reminder notices, so the President reminds everyone to send their dues in on time.

2015 #2 March

2

Bill Winans

The author covers the upcoming NASG elections, a request for Dispatch authors, and the Sn3 gauges for sale through the NASG.

2015 #3 May

2

Bill Winans

The author covers the upcoming NASG convention, paying dues ahead of the deadlines, member contributions to content for the Dispatch, the web site's Product Gallery section, and making sure that your estate is set up to handle your model trains.

2015 #4 July

2

Bill Winans

Covers notes about recent changes that have been made to the NASG web site, membership services, possible dues increase, and an increase in new members.

2015 #5 September

2

Bill Winans

Comments about providing the webmaster with accurate data so that the web site becomes more accurate over time, business-type NASG memberships, membership renewals.

2015 #6 November

2

Bill Winans

Consider contributing tips and trick to the Dispatch. NASG membership dues increases.

2016 #1 January

2

Bill Winans

The NASG membership needs to be more vocal about what it wants for the organization. A change in the NASG Treasurer. People added as committee chairman.

2016 #2 March

2

Bill Winans

Does looking for cheaper hotels play an important part in members' decision to attend an NASG Convention? Time to start thinking about NASG BOT elections.

2016 #3 May

2

Bill Winans

The author mentions the upcoming Convention, changes to the NASG By-Laws, membership renewals, and encouraging people to join the NASG.

2016 #4 July

2

Bill Winans

The author mentions the upcoming Convention, the upcoming election, the aging of the people involved in the NASG committees, some rant-n-raves,

2016 #5 September

38

Bill Winans

The author reports on his stay in the hospital, work done by Monte Heppe and Michael Ferraro, the upcoming elections, and updating the Convention handbook.

2016 #6 November

2

Bill Winans

Being thankful for what we have, upcoming NASG elections, and the facelift of the NASG web site.

2017 #1 January

2

Bill Winans

Working on our layouts, upcoming NASG elections, and estate planning.

2017 #2 March

2

Bill Winans

Vote and mail in your ballot for the NASG election, Promotions committee's use of NASG funds to mail out a "Sources Guide", and the NASG booth at the WGH show.

2017 #3 May

2

Bill Winans

The author reports on the NASG booth at the WGH show in Phoenix, getting ready for contest at the upcoming NASG Convention, and the need for a new Contest committee chairperson.

2017 #4 July

2

Bill Winans

The author reviews his four years as NASG president, and recommends shortening the length of the term of president.

2014 #5 October

22

unaccredited

Changes the NASG BOT approved while at the Convention.

1995 #5 October

23

A summary of the topics covered in the NASG BOT meeting at the 1995 NASG Convention.

2015 #5 September

27

Bill Winans

A brief review of what happened at the 2015 NASG Convention's BOT and general membership meetings.

1986 #2 Spring

21

NASG Constitution amendments, BOT meeting results, and 1985 election results.

1980 #2 April

4

Jim Kindraka

This article covers the proposed change of the three regions that the NASG covers.

2021 #2 March

7

Information about which NASG committee members resigned, which were added, and which positions are still open.

2020 #5 September

8

Will Holt

Information about personnel changes at the NASG.

2017 #6 November

6

Bill Pyper

The editor asks for photos for next year's Christmas edition, lists previous survey results, and mentions the various services the Dispatch offers to NASG members and clubs.

2020 #1 January

2

Bill Pyper

The editor is retiring. New Dispatch advertising editor announced.

2016 #1 January

6

Peter Vanvliet

Information about how to contact the NASG leadership via the NASG web site, and a note about which photos are still missing from the Product Gallery. (related web page)

2014 #6 November

6

Peter Vanvliet

Various ways of contacting the webmaster of, and submitting potential content for, the NASG web site.

2016 #5 September

10

Dave Blum

The author reports on which NASG A.F. Commemorative Cars are still available.

2014 #3 June

11

Dave Blum

The author makes the plea for people to purchase the A.F. Commemorative cars sold by the NASG.

1993 #2 April

27

Mike Palmiter

Summary of the responses received to the most-recent questionnaire.

2013 #5 October

23

Dick Kramer

The author introduces himself. Includes two photos of him.

1981 #5 September

2

Lee McCarty

The author reports on about a dozen S-scale modelers who attended the Pittsburgh NMRA show with an S-scale modular layout.

1981 #5 September

1

Geoffrey M. Graeber, MD

Gene Fletcher hands over the membership records to Walt Danylak. The "This is S Scale" brochure work is progressing for the 1982 issue.

1981 #4 July

4

Rob Moore

The final results of the 1981 election. Also includes the announcement that Jim Kindraka ran and won the Central VP position, but was promoted by the BOT to take on the Executive VP position since that was vacated by Rollie Mercier as he won the President position.

2017 #5 September

7

Bill Pyper

Photos and a brief description of each of the 5 people that were elected for this year's NASG BOT election.

2013 #1 February

4

unaccredited

Volunteering for the NASG has been down, and hardly anyone is offering their services. The BOT is asking for help with this article.

2013 #6 December

6

Bill Pyper

The editor responds to feedback he got on the previous issue, the one he edited for the NASG.

2017 #6 November

10

Dave Blum

The author pleads for help in selling the NASG cars.

1988 #1 March

15

Ed Loizeaux

News from the NASG's president about the NASG's check gauge, coupler-height gauge, the increase in Dispatch issues from 4 to 6 per year, NASG promotional material to be included in S-scale products, and the NASG's 50-foot brass box car project has been shelved due to rapidly increasing costs.

2015 #5 September

11

Dave Blum

The author writes his last column as the Executive VP of the NASG, recalling the things he was able to accomplish during his 8 years.

1979 #1 June

1

Dick Cataldi

The "This is S" pamphlet is being worked on.

1979 #2 August

1

Dick Cataldi

The author tackles the issue of how some perceive the NASG as being pro "scale" and anti "hi-rail".

1980 #5 October

5

Steve Butler

A survey for those who identify themselves as "hi-railers".

1979 #3 October

5

Bill Oertly

Comments and inclusion of the 1979 Treasurer's report.

1980 #1 February

2

Bill Oertly

The author describes what his duties are and how much time it involves, and he announces his plans to retire from the position.

2022 #4 July

4

R. James Whipple

The acting president of the NASG encourages all members to attend the 2022 NASG Convention, the first one after two cancellations due to the lockdowns. Also included is a brief report about the regional vice presidents, and the meeting notes of the NASG BOT meeting from May 6, 2022.

2022 #5 September

4

Andy Malette

The publishing of the notes of the NASG Board of Trustee meetings that took place in June 2022 and July 2022. It also includes a notice from Dan Navarre announcing the closing of River Raisin Models by the end of 2022.

2022 #6 November

5

Andy Malette

The NASG Secretary's notes about what happened at the 2022 NASG General Membership meeting.

2023 #1 January

5

Jim Whipple

A review of what happened during 2022, and info about what's planned for 2023 for the NASG.

2023 #2 March

4

Jim Whipple

The NASG president re-emphasizes that the NASG serves all aspects of 1:64 modeling. He mentioned that there were no nominations for open positions within the NASG leadership. The five annual awards the NASG hands out are described and the BOT is looking for nominations. Also includes are the NASG BOT meeting notes from October 2022.

2023 #3 May

4

Andy Malette

NASG Board of Trustees reports from November 2022 and December 2022.

2023 #4 July

5

Lou Templeton

Lou Templeton joins the NASG Board of Trustees as the Executive Vice President to fill an open position. He introduces himself and his history in the hobby. Also included are the BOT meeting reports for January, February, and March 2023.

2023 #5 September

6

Jim Whipple

The formation of an ad-hoc group to investigate having a commercial #6 scale turnout created by an establish manufacturer. Also includes the April 2023 NASG BOT meeting notes.

2023 #6 November

4

various authors

The NASG BOT answers questions about the proposed S-scale "scale" turnout project. Also includes the May, June, July, and August 2023 NASG BOT meeting notes.

2024 #1 January

3

Andy Malette

NASG BOT meeting notes for August, September 2023.

2024 #2 March

3

Brian Jackson

The issues the NASG is facing in 2024 and the plans in the works for this year. Includes the NASG BOT Meeting notes for December 2023, and an update on the S Scale Track Component Project.

2024 #3 May

3

Jim Whipple

The NASG president mentions that NASG Conventions are getting back on track, that this column will be written by a different member of the NASG BOT each time, and the organization's promotional efforts. Also includes the meeting notes from the NASG BOT January 2024 meeting.

2024 #4 July

3

Jim Whipple

The NASG has officially defined the three divisions with S standard-gauge modeling, AF, Hi-rail, and Scale. Also includes the BOT meeting notes from March 2024.

2024 #5 September

3

Andy Malette

NASG BOT meeting notes from May, June, and July 2024. Also includes the president's message covering the NASG's promotional efforts, current product development, and requesting volunteers to help out with specific tasks.

2024 #6 November

3

Andy Malette

The NASG BOT meeting notes will no longer be published in the Dispatch, to save page space. Members can gain access to the reports via the NASG web site or can contact the NASG Secretary to have a printed copy sent to them.

2025 #1 January

3

Andy Malette

NASG BOT meeting notes will now only be available on the NASG web site, to save precious space in the Dispatch issues. The magazine editor describes the roles of the two assistant editors.

2025 #2 March

3

various authors

NASG BOT Meeting notes are now only available via the NASG's web site. A Lionel representative confirms that they will no longer be making any more American Flyer products.

1989 #5 October

26

Jim Kindraka

The author reports on the NASG business matters covered at the 1989 NASG Convention.

1980 #2 April

1

Sig Fleischmann

The author is providing more information about the Fundimensions products by Lionel. He had contact with the Fundimension's production manager. He continues to state that Fundimensions does not deserve to be flagged as the S scale manufacturer of the year as no promotions were done by that company, and no product has been produced yet.

1980 #4 August

3

Sig Fleischmann

The committee plans to do a survey.

1998 #3 June

5

Jeff Madden

The author proposes the idea of creating more regions of representation with the NASG.

2004 #1 February

5

Jeff Madden

How S-scale is represented (or not) in the various prototype railroad historical societies, and how we can change that.

2010 #4 August

5

Jeff Madden

The NASG is 50 and the NMRA is 75 this year. This article recalls some of their history.

2013 #6 December

7

Jim Kindraka

The NASG Treasurer introduces himself

2018 #3 May

10

Jeff Madden

If there are no S-scale clubs in your area, joining a club that focuses on a different scale might still help you learn how to build benchwork, lay track, create scenery, etc. These skills transfer to S just fine.

2003 #2 April

23

Dick Karnes

The author compares what a life membership entailed in 1970, and what a 2003 NASG membership means.

1981 #3 June

4

Wayne L. Pier

The chairman of the NASG's standards committee proposes the new track and wheel standards (0.883" spacing and code 110 wheel) that would make the NMRA adopt the standard under development by the NASG since 1971.

2021 #2 March

8

Dale Minard is the new NASG Librarian.

1990 #5 October

8

Jim Kindraka

Detailed report about what happened at the BOT meeting at the 1990 NASG Convention.

1991 #6 December

19

Jim Kindraka

The full report of the NASG's BOT meeting that took place at the 1991 NASG Convention in Syracuse, NY.

1993 #1 February

34

Mark McFrederick

The secretary's report of what happened at the NASG BOT meeting at the 1992 NASG Convention.

1988 #5 December

6

Jim Kindraka

Detailed notes about what happened at the NASG BOT meeting at the 1988 NASG Convention.

1989 #6 December

17

Jim Kindraka

The NASG Secretary presents the minutes of the NASG BOT meeting at the 1989 NASG Convention.

1990 #5 October

9

Jim Kindraka

Detailed description of what was covered in the general NASG membership meeting.

1992 #2 April

6

Mark McFrederick

The official notes taken at the NASG's general business meeting at the 1991 NASG Convention.

1988 #5 December

8

Moe Berk

Notes about what happened at the NASG General Membership meeting at the 1988 NASG Convention.

1986 #4 Fall

15

Jim Kindraka

Notes of what happened during the NASG's BOT meeting at the 1986 NASG Convention.

2013 #2 April

30

Vic Cherven, Jr.

A record of what happened during the most recent NASG BOT telephone meeting.

2012 #5 October

28

Bill Winans

The report of what happened at the 2012 NASG Convention's BOT meeting.

1986 #4 Fall

17

Jim Kindraka

Notes from the general NASG membership meeting held at the 1986 NASG Convention.

1987 #4 Fall

24

Jim Kindraka

In addition to issues related to printing the Dispatch, Convention issues, the establishment of the Tony Perles award was made, and Don Thompson was selected as the Treasurer due to the election vacancy.

2013 #6 December

14

Monte Heppe

The author series about model contests at NASG Convention continues with this issue covering how the judging is performed.

2015 #6 November

10

Monte Heppe

The new Executive VP of the NASG describes the things he has been able to do because he joined the NASG and how it motivated him to do more.

2016 #2 March

7

Monte Heppe

The author covers some ideas for local S-scale clubs to bring in new members.

2016 #3 May

6

Monte Heppe

Adding up all the available metrics, the author concludes that there are more S-scale modelers out there than these metrics account for. The question is how to contact them, and get them to join the NASG.

2017 #2 March

2

Monte Heppe

The author covers what it takes to be on the NASG BOT, and consider offering your services to one of the committees.

2017 #3 May

2

Monte Heppe

Covers some of the extra tours available at the upcoming NASG Convention in Baltimore, and the clinics the author will be involved with at the event.

2018 #2 March

2

Monte Heppe

The executive vice-president announces that he will not be re-running for this position. The annual car project is changing. Representing the NASG locally must be coordinated. Andy Malette is now the new NASG secretary.

2018 #4 July

2

Monte Heppe

The NASG is always looking for volunteers.

2013 #5 October

14

Bill Winans

The new NASG president's first column, in which he runs through all the key people that are keeping the NASG humming along.

2012 #1 February

30

Jim Kindraka

2020 #6 November

11

unaccredited

Even though the 2020 NASG Convention did not happen, the NASG BOT received nominations for and issued awards for the annual awards.

2015 #3 May

14

Peter Vanvliet

A thorough review of the how the new online shopping cart of the NASG web site works. (related web page)

1980 #4 August

2

Moe Berk

This is a report of the notes taken at the 1980 NASG Annual Membership meeting.

1998 #5 October

37

unaccredited

Notes from the NASG's general membership meeting held at the 1998 NASG Convention.

1999 #5 October

37

unaccredited

Report of what happened at the 1999 NASG general membership meeting.

2000 #5 October

36

unaccredited

A report of what happened at the NASG general membership meeting at the 2000 NASG Convention.

2001 #5 October

37

unaccredited

A full report of the NASG general membership business meeting at the 2001 NASG Convention.

1998 #5 October

36

unaccredited

Notes from the NASG's BOT meeting at the 1998 NASG Convention.

1996 #5 October

28

1990 #2 April

16

Jim Kindraka

Covers the rate increases for inserts included with mailed Dispatch issues.

1993 #4 August

56

A complete listing of the NASG's By-Laws in this Membership Directory issue.

1994 #4 August

39

A complete copy of the NASG's By-Laws was included in this issue. It provides a historical record of what was contained in it in 1994.

2003 #4 August

57

The text of the NASG's By-Laws (this is the annual membership directory issue).

1993 #4 August

53

A complete listing of the NASG's Constitution in this Membership Directory issue.

1994 #4 August

36

A complete copy of the NASG's Constitution was included in this issue. It provides a historical record of what was contained in it in 1994. This is the annual membership issue.

2003 #4 August

54

The text of the NASG's Constitution (this is the annual membership directory issue).

1991 #1 February

10

Kent Singer

A listing of all the NASG Convention contest rules as they were in 1990.

1991 #4 August

5

Jim Kindraka

The results of the 1991 NASG BOT election.

2018 #6 November

6

Peter Vanvliet

The author mentions the addition of a dedicated page to the NASG web site related to NASG elections, and also covers how to nominate yourself for one of the NASG board positions,

1994 #5 October

31

Will Holt

A report on the meeting that took place at the 1994 NASG Convention, which included a Lionel representative.

1995 #5 October

27

A summary of the topics covered in the meeting at the 1995 NASG Convention.

2021 #5 September

26

Dale Minard

The author introduces himself, as he has volunteered to be the next NASG Library's librarian.

1993 #1 February

35

Mark McFrederick

The secretary's report of what happened at the NASG general membership meeting at the 1992 NASG Convention.

1999 #3 June

15

Jamie Bothwell

The results from the 1999 NASG election.

2020 #4 July

6

Will Holt

More information about moving members around in the various "regions", which are represented by vice-presidents.

1980 #1 February

5

Steve Butler

Results from the survey, indicated as percentages. The last page is the Survey #4.

1987 #1 Winter

18

Larry Sokol

The membership's answers to the survey questions.

1981 #4 July

6

Wayne L. Pier

Drawings of the new standard for S and Sn3 track and wheels that the NASG BOT approved and forwarded to the NMRA for their approval.

2024 #3 May

9

Peter Vanvliet

The author discusses the NASG's "Hall of Fame", the Mobley Library, and the "Members Only" portal of the NASG's web site. (related web page)

2016 #2 March

19

Peter Vanvliet

Introducing the American Flyer Product Gallery section of the NASG web site. (related web page)

2016 #5 September

6

Peter Vanvliet

Five years after taking over the NASG web site, the author describes the reasons for and a description of the new web site design. (related web page)

2015 #6 November

22

Peter Vanvliet

A couple of notes about the online shopping cart, the Members Only section, and web site statistics. Dealing with pages that aren't showing the latest. (related web page)

2018 #5 September

14

Peter Vanvliet

The author describes the new content recently added to the NASG's web site.

2015 #4 July

8

Peter Vanvliet

A follow-up on the online shopping cart of the NASG web site, and technical support issues that have come up with the "Members Only" section of the web site. (related web page)

2015 #2 March

14

Peter Vanvliet

A review of all the changes that have been made to the NASG web site in recent months. (related web page)

2020 #5 September

9

Peter Vanvliet

Information about the new "Layouts" and "How-to" sections of the NASG web site. (related web page)

1997 #4 August

34

In this annual membership directory issue, the organization's By-Laws are published.

1997 #4 August

31

In this annual membership directory issue, the organization's Constitution is published.

1979 #3 October

1

unaccredited

Up until now the NASG Treasurer handled the membership-related tasks, but Gene Fletcher has now volunteered to take this over, to offload the Treasurer's tasks.

2016 #6 November

14

Peter Vanvliet

This column covers all of the new content that was added to the site as part of the NASG web site's facelift. (related web page)

2021 #1 January

6

Richard Caugherty

The editor is asking for articles, setting the guidelines for submitting articles (next page), and he is changing the deadlines.

2021 #2 March

5

Richard Caugherty

One year as the editor.

2021 #3 May

5

Richard Caugherty

Requesting articles and photos for future issues.

2017 #1 January

18

Peter Vanvliet

The latest information about the NASG web site changes, and the first of several "When Modeling..." topics to be included in the column, which provides very specific information about some very specific modeling item. (related web page)

2017 #5 September

13

Charlie Getz

The NMRA has two exhibits planned, and they have received the funding in California.

1979 #2 August

2

Steve Butler

Results from survey #2.

1979 #5 February

3

Steve Butler

Results of the first NASG survey.

2021 #2 March

8

The membership is encouraged to submit nominations for the annual NASG Awards.

1981 #5 September

4

Moe Berk

Geoff Graeber transcribed Moe's notes into a summary of what happened at the 1981 NASG Convention's business meeting.

1981 #3 June

5

D. Lionel Gilbert

Items for sale by the NASG.

1978 #1 April

1

unaccredited

This is the first issue of the NASG Newsletter. It does not contain stand-alone articles, but rather is just a report of what is going on in the NASG. It was announced that Dick Cataldi is taking over the remainder of president Ed Schumacher's term, and that Ben Wilbur is taking over the remainder of Dick's term as Executive Vice-President. Ken Zieska is working on promoting S, and Ed Loizeaux is working on an S pamphlet. Sig Fleischmann is the Hi Rail Committee chairman, and Tony Beaton is the NASG's standard committee chairman. Announced is the 1978 NASG Convention in Silver Springs, MD. The Treasurer's report is also included.

2012 #3 June

5

Jeff Madden

This column is devoted to thanking all the individuals who have helped the Dispatch be what it is today.

2012 #5 October

5

Jeff Madden

The author makes the point that, within S-scale, the "hi-rail" modelers have the numbers of the "scale" modelers.

2013 #2 April

5

Jeff Madden

The NASG is an umbrella organization for all aspects of "S".

2013 #4 August

2

Jeff Madden

Jeff announces that he is stepping down as the full-time editor of the magazine, and handing it over to Bill Pyper.

2020 #2 March

23

Bill Pyper

The author shares notes he received from NASG members about ways to improve outreach by the NASG.

1998 #4 August

50

Robert Sherwood

The pre- and post-1983 clearance gauge shown, with scale dimensions.

1981 #4 July

3

Rollie Mercier

This is the first column by the new president in which he thanks the previous president and treasurer, and the Convention organizers. He announced that the NASG BOT approved the new S-scale standard, which allows the NMRA to confirm their new standard for S (which will take several years). He reports that the new way of running the NASG memberships had been approved by a huge margin.

1986 #3 Summer

2

Ed Loizeaux

The president's message is to double the membership numbers in the NASG.

1986 #4 Fall

2

Ed Loizeaux

The politics of NASG elections.

1987 #1 Winter

2

Ed Loizeaux

What does one get for NASG membership?

1987 #4 Fall

4

Ed Loizeaux

Ed describes the tension between the NASG and the NMRA, and how the NMRA is starting to come around, by accepting the NASG's modular standard for S-scale, adopt the NASG's track standard, and including an S-scale column in their magazine, as well as considering joint conventions. He also laments the lack of support for brass products from the S-scale community.

1988 #3 August

4

Ed Loizeaux

The NASG is more united, as the Badgerland S Gaugers are trying include the "scalers" to the Fall S Fest, and Don Thompson heads up the Lionel/AF annual project car, and others' efforts at trying to unify AF, hi-rail, and scale modelers with the S community.

1988 #5 December

17

Jim Kindraka

Ed Loizeaux asked Jim to write this issue's article, so that Jim could write about the upcoming NASG election.

1989 #3 June

4

Ed Loizeaux

The NASG's president summarizes the accomplishments made during his reign.

1989 #4 August

4

Michael Ferraro

The new NASG president is asking for volunteers to fill vacated positions.

1989 #5 October

4

Michael Ferraro

This column addresses the need for exposing S-scale to the rest of the modeling community, and the president's desire to create a promotions committee.

1989 #6 December

4

Michael Ferraro

The president introduces the new Dispatch editor, and presents his expectations for the 1990 NMRA/NASG Convention.

1990 #1 January

4

Michael Ferraro

The future of S-scale looks bright.

1990 #3 June

4

Michael Ferraro

The author thanks the people that are helping the NASG and the Dispatch to continue.

1990 #5 October

4

Michael Ferraro

The NASG was looking for volunteers to run for its elected offices.

2017 #5 September

11

Will Holt

The author defines the difference between a "project" and a "program". He then encourages people to get involved in the NASG.

2017 #6 November

2

Will Holt

The reader is told to recruit two members into the NASG.

2018 #1 January

2

Will Holt

Since taking over as the organization's president, Will Holt and the NASG BOT are starting the process of reworking the NASG's Constitution and its By-laws.

2018 #2 March

2

Will Holt

A message from the president about using new products.

2018 #3 May

2

Will Holt

Another message about how badly NASG members behave, and the great divide of scale vs. hi-rail.

2018 #4 July

2

Will Holt

The NASG BOT is going to review the NASG's Constitution.

2019 #1 January

2

Will Holt

The president encourages all to come to the 2019 NASG Convention. He announced that the Board of Trustees are reviewing the NASG's By-Laws.

2019 #3 May

2

Will Holt

Again talking about getting members into the NASG.

2019 #6 November

2

Will Holt

Recruiting again. Announcement of the 2020 NASG Convention.

2020 #1 January

2

Will Holt

Information about Ron Sebastian's passing.

2020 #2 March

2

Will Holt

Information about changes within the NASG organization.

2020 #3 May

2

Will Holt

The author introduces the new Dispatch editor, and lists the organization's vacancies.

2020 #4 July

4

Will Holt

The possible return of train shows later this year.

2020 #6 November

5

Will Holt

General notes about upcoming changes in the NASG, and the 2021 NASG Convention.

2021 #2 March

5

Will Holt

Notes several changes in the works within the NASG.

2021 #5 September

3

Will Holt

Again, covering the recruiting topic. Reflection on first term in office.

2021 #6 November

3

Will Holt

Again, covering the recruiting topic.

1979 #4 December

1

Dick Cataldi

The author indicates that he gets very little feedback from the membership about how the organization is doing.

1980 #1 February

1

Dick Cataldi

The NASG is considering producing an S-scale catalog. Lionel's Fundimensions first three ready-to-run freight cars came out and were priced for collectors.

1980 #2 April

1

Dick Cataldi

The author is listing all the issues that are facing the NASG as related to finances.

1980 #3 June

1

Dick Cataldi

Positions that are up for election for the NASG BOT.

1980 #5 October

1

Dick Cataldi

The author covers the upcoming NASG elections, which include two amendments to the NASG's Constitution, which are explained.

1980 #6 December

1

Dick Cataldi

The author states that it is the responsibility of all NASG members to promote the scale and the organization. He then offers suggestions for how local groups can help with promotions (train shows, slide-show projections). He announces that Ernie Horr is retiring as editor. Ken Zieska is coordinating the NASG slide-show.

1981 #1 February

2

Dick Cataldi

The NASG's president announces the upcoming elections, being the first one where none of the original NASG founders are involved. He introduces the new Dispatch editor, and announces that the NASG is looking for a promotions committee chairman. The remainder of the article covers the candidates running for the upcoming NASG election.

1981 #3 June

4

Dick Cataldi

The NASG president writes about his final thoughts as president. He describes the history of why the NMRA and NASG wheels and track standards are incompatible, but the two organizations are now working out the differences.

1979 #5 February

1

Dick Cataldi

An update on where the NASG is currently at.

1992 #4 August

9

John Metzger

Some statistics of the NASG membership as of 1992.

1978 #3 October

3

unaccredited

Information about modular standards.

2011 #6 December

30

Greg Klein

The proposed plan for the forthcoming year of the NASG's promotions committee.

2024 #3 May

6

James McAuliffe

The NASG has created this committee to help with local NASG representation at train shows. The committee is looking for volunteers.

2004 #3 June

20

John Foley

An update on what the NASG's Promotions Committee has been up to in the past year.

2013 #2 April

30

Bill Winans

Changes are proposed to be voted on during the upcoming election.

2020 #3 May

24

Will Holt

The NASG BOT has decided to move members around in the various "regions", which are represented by vice-presidents. This was brought on by the fact that a large number of NASG members live in the eastern part of the U.S.

2021 #4 July

22

unaccredited

Announcing the passing away of Rollain Mercier, Dan Ponzol, and Robert Greengrove.

1991 #2 April

26

Jim Kindraka

The results from the survey included in a Dispatch mailing after the 1990 joint NMRA/NASG Convention.

2017 #6 November

22

Dick Karnes

The author identifies the issues involved in trying to promote S-scale to non-S-scale modelers.

1979 #4 December

2

Dick Cataldi

The NASG's Promotions committee is entertaining the idea of creating an S-scale products catalog.

1993 #3 June

6

Kent Singer

Introduces a gauge that can be used to verify that the two rails closest to each other on a standard S-MOD module's tracks are at the correct spacing from each other.

1978 #3 October

2

Dick Cataldi

More details about running for an office in the NASG.

2017 #6 November

14

Peter Vanvliet

The author mentions surviving Hurricane Harvey, a reminder note about the NASG web site's shopping cart, NASG BOT members' photos are now on the web site, and the purpose of and creation of the web site's site map. In the "When Modeling..." section, the author covers 3D-printed shells. (related web page)

2012 #1 February

28

Ed Loizeaux

Declaring the old NASG/NMRA S SIG as formally closed, a group of NMRA members and S-scale modelers started the new NMRA S SIG. Discussions are related to "scale" modeling only.

1980 #4 August

3

unaccredited

Discussion about how to deal with the various "standards" active.

2017 #2 March

22

Peter Vanvliet

Information about how to stay in touch with what has been changed on the NASG web site recently. The "When Modeling..." section covers trolley and traction modeling manufacturers. (related web page)

2022 #1 January

25

Richard Caugherty

A detailed description of what it takes to submit an article for the Dispatch.

2004 #5 October

36

Michael Greene

A report about what happened at the NASG BOT meeting at the 2004 NASG Convention.

2006 #5 October

36

Michael Greene

A detailed report about what happened a the NASG's BOT meeting at the 2006 NASG Convention.

2007 #6 December

26

Michael Greene

Detailed notes about what happened at the NASG BOT meeting at the 2007 NASG Convention.

2009 #4 August

58

Michael Greene

A report of what happened at the NASG's BOT meeting at the 2008 NASG Convention.

2004 #5 October

37

Michael Greene

A report about what happened at the NASG general membership meeting at the 2004 NASG Convention.

2006 #5 October

18

Michael Greene

A detailed report about what happened a the NASG's general membership meeting at the 2006 NASG Convention.

2007 #6 December

28

Michael Greene

Detailed notes about what happened at the NASG general meeting at the 2007 NASG Convention.

2009 #4 August

58

Michael Greene

A report of what happened at the NASG's general membership meeting at the 2008 NASG Convention.

2020 #6 November

7

Andy Malette

A brief review of what happened at the NASG BOT meeting that took place on July 28, 2020 on Zoom in lieu of meeting in person at the 2020 NASG Convention that was canceled due to the government lockdowns.

1980 #4 August

6

Steve Butler

The author reports on the results of the third NASG survey, covering how the NASG is doing with regard to services offered. Survey #4 was intended to help figure out what spouses would like to do at the NASG Conventions.

2022 #2 March

27

unaccredited

You can send in your votes to the NASG's Western VP for the annual awards.

2018 #5 September

6

Bill Pyper

The author describes what it takes to be the editor of this magazine.

2019 #2 March

2

Bill Pyper

Info about NASG elections. Ways to help cut costs of the organization. Update on the 2018 NASG Convention car. A note about visiting the California State Railroad Museum.

2019 #3 May

2

Bill Pyper

The editor reflects on the recent changes in S-related modeling press.

2020 #2 March

2

Richard Caugherty

The new editor introduces himself.

2020 #3 May

2

Richard Caugherty

The new editor thanks those in getting him this position.

2015 #5 September

8

Peter Vanvliet

An update on the online shopping cart of the NASG web site, documenting the history of S-scale, updating other sections of the site, including the Product Gallery. (related web page)

1980 #2 April

3

various authors

Reports from various committees.

1980 #3 June

2

various authors

Reports from various NASG committees.

1978 #3 October

4

Sig Fleischmann

The hi-rail standard is set at code 172 rail and 12 volts on the right-hand side represents forward positive current.

1978 #4 December

1

Sig Fleischmann

What is a hi-railer, and what should the committee do?

2023 #4 July

27

Chris Crnich

The author is the current manage of the NASG's Company Store. He traces the history of the Company Store back to the founding of the NASG.

1990 #5 October

12

Don DeWitt

The author describes what it takes to be the NASG Membership Secretary, and makes a proposal for splitting the work up into several jobs. He is also resigning from the position.

1989 #5 October

14

Don DeWitt

Results from a survey are shared about who makes up the NASG's membership.

2017 #3 May

10

Peter Vanvliet

Information about NASG membership, and how the group is sub-divided by interests. (related web page)

2007 #3 June

14

Doug Peck

This is the first of a series of columns that the author will do describing, in greater detail, each of the A.F. Commemorative Cars that the NASG has produced over the years. This column covers the 1981, 1988, and 1989 cars.

2007 #5 October

22

Doug Peck

Continuing his column, the author covers the 1990, 1991, and 1992 cars.

2008 #1 February

18

Doug Peck

(note that part 3 appears in the next issue, as the two articles got swapped). The author continues the series covering the 1995 and 1996 cars.

2008 #2 April

18

Doug Peck

The author continues the series covering the 1993 and 1994 cars. Includes photos of the models.

2019 #5 September

33

Will Holt

The new NASG logo, and restrictions on their use.

2013 #2 April

2

Peter Vanvliet

Information about how the new NASG web site's Online Membership Directory works.

2014 #4 August

4

Peter Vanvliet

This article provides an introduction and a complete overview of the NASG's web site.

2017 #4 July

18

Peter Vanvliet

The News & Events button has been split into two separate buttons, allowing for extra event information about the various multi-day S-scale events that take place around the U.S. every year. The new Layouts on the Web page has been added. The "When Modeling..." section covers the availability of S-scale bridges. (related web page)

1986 #3 Summer

4

Bob Jackson

This issue starts a series of articles documenting the history of the NASG.

1986 #4 Fall

9

Bob Jackson

This issue continues the story of the NASG's formation, and its rocky start.

1987 #2 Spring

8

Bob Jackson

The history of the NASG continues with this issue, which includes information about Ed Schumacher, the man, and the things he did to set the organization on solid footing.

1987 #4 Fall

20

Bob Jackson

The NASG established contest rules, developed wheel standards, and the turmoil that these caused. The NASG becomes the "NASG, Inc." in New York (incorporation also put an end to the early "lifetime" memberships that were financially un-sustainable).

1989 #4 August

29

Bob Jackson

In this final installment, the author describes the significant loss of members due to the incorporation and the revocation of the "life-time" membership, and the creation and start of the DISPATCH magazine. He also mentions why he has decided to stop this series on the NASG's history.

2001 #4 August

57

Glenn A. Ritter

This article reports on the survey results mailed with the April 2001 issue, and comparing the results to the results from the 1989 survey.

2014 #4 August

6

unaccredited

Covers topics such as what the NASG actually is, what its history is, its annual awards, and what is "S-scale".

2012 #1 February

2

Peter Vanvliet

After taking over the NASG web site and completely revising it, the webmaster describes all the new features of the site. (related web page)

1990 #6 December

10

John Craft

The author describes his efforts at trying to get manufacturers and dealers to incorporate S-scale products in their inventory.

2024 #4 July

12

various authors

What was behind the formal definitions of "AF", "hi-rail", and "scale".

1980 #2 April

5

Bill Oertly

The semi-annual report.

1980 #5 October

6

Bill Oertly

Report for the final quarter of 1980.

1981 #3 June

5

Bill Oertly

A report covering the NASG's 3rd quarter.

1981 #4 July

5

Bill Oertly

The results of the 1981 4th quarter.

1979 #5 February

2

Bill Oertly

The 1978 Treasurer's report.

2017 #5 September

10

Michael Greene

The NASG librarian proposes his future plans for the Mobley Library.

2013 #6 December

4

Peter Vanvliet

The author describes the Product Gallery section of the NASG web site.

2017 #5 September

26

Peter Vanvliet

Added the Freight Car Loads listing to the NASG web site's "Product Gallery" section. Also added were a complete listing of the W.A. Drake cars, and Dave Heine's article about using battery power to model wooden rails on this layout. The rest of the article covers how S-scale modelers can find each other online, an update on the last issue's When Modeling... Turntables, and this issue's When Modeling... Boats. (related web page)

2018 #1 January

21

Peter Vanvliet

The NASG web site's S Product Gallery now includes the prototype era during which a particular car or locomotive was built and operated (where available), to help the S-scale modeler find equipment that might be appropriate for his or her layout's modeled era. Also covered are the NASG Dispatch articles index, as available on the web site. The article also covers companies that produce models of S-scale buses. (related web page)

2016 #3 May

4

Peter Vanvliet

Adding the Structures and Vehicles sections to the S Product Gallery section of the NASG web site. The individual pages have been redesigned to show multiple photos and even an embedded video if one is available. (related web page)

2016 #4 July

18

Peter Vanvliet

Dealing with false spam e-mails, a reminder of how the online shopping works, how to obtain the latest membership application forms, keeping your NASG membership records updated, web site membership renewals, the new rolling stock trucks section in the Product Gallery section. (related web page)

2018 #2 March

10

Peter Vanvliet

The author thanks the contributors to the web site's content. The web site now has the ability to accept payments for booster ads online, new mini articles have been added, and the new S-scale's History page. The extra section is on which tunnels are available in S-scale today. (related web page)

1992 #6 December

9

Mike Palmiter

A demographic map showing where the NASG membership is located in 1992. Also includes a membership questionnaire.