Tribute to Loren Nicholson

September 26, 2010

Loren Nicholson was honored today at a ceremony and reception held at the SLO Dallidet Adobe and Gardens (1185 Pacific Street, SLO). Loren Nicholson is a Distinguished professor at Cal Poly; successful published writer of six books, including "Rails Across The Ranchos," featuring the Southern Pacific railroad line; noted San Luis Obispo County Historian; and local railroad aficionado.


Loren Nicholson received a lantern plaque.


CCRRF's director Curtis Reinhardt opened the program.


SLO Model Railroad Association President Jim Keating was today's emcee.


Mayor Dave Romero presented a City proclamation.


Brad LaRose, president of the SLO Railroad Museum.


Craig Kincaid presented a special song for the ocassion.




Ken Schwartz, ex-SLO Mayor, spoke.


Joan Sullivan thanked Loren.


Joseph Carotenuti is also a writer of history.


Gary Hoving, President of the South County Historical Society, addressed the audience.


Loren Nicholson.