The beloved Pikes Peak Trolleys, originally released in 1983 and co-authored by Morris Cafky and John Haney, has made a grand return. This celebrated work, which offers an informative and entertaining history of the Colorado Springs' trolley system, has been revitalized with over 70 new photos and enriched with additional anecdotes. The book is now presented in a brand-new landscape format, enhancing the visual experience for readers.
Spanning half a century, Pikes Peak Trolleys delves into the rise and fall of the city's streetcar era, a period marked by its development into one of the nation's finest trolley systems. The narrative captures the industry's zenith as a significant employer and a major player in urban growth and investment. However, it also chronicles the inevitable decline due to various challenges and eventual disappearance.
This coffee table book caters to a diverse audience, ranging from those who enjoy a glance at photos, captions, and maps to those who prefer an in-depth exploration of local history. Whether you're a railroad enthusiast, historian, or casual reader, Pikes Peak Trolleys promises to be a captivating addition to your collection.
Born and raised in Florence, Colorado, the late Rev. Morris Cafky was always deeply interested in steam railroads and electric street and interurban railways. In addition to careers as a newspaperman and a clergyman, he authored two books, Rails Around Gold Hill and Colorado Midland, plus several magazine articles. He last resided in Cañon City, Colorado.
John A. Haney, a native of Colorado Springs, co-authored with Cirino G. Scavone, Cars Stop Here, a history of the Tucson, Arizona, street railway system which made up the Spring, 1971, edition of The Smoke Signal of the Tucson Corral of the Westerners. He continued his collaboration with Morris Cafky after writing Pikes Peak Trolleys; in 1999, they co-authored Steel Town Trolleys, a history of the Pueblo, Colorado, streetcar system. He lives in Colorado Springs and is retired from a career in medical office building management. He is a charter official of the Pikes Peak Historical Street Railway Foundation, organized to acquire, restore, and operate authentic Colorado Springs streetcars. It operates as the Pikes Peak Trolley Museum & Restoration Shop.
