BTW retrieved the meaning of word buff with internet google.
interesting! the orijin of the word buff is very called a buffalo leather coat that N.Y. fireman wore.
Interesting that my use of the word "buff," meaning fan or enthusiast, is last in the list of five definitions!
While I consider myself somewhat of a train buff, I am obviously not in the really serious crowd. I'm sure the V & T is well-known among the most ardent train enthusiasts, but I had not heard of it before.
Thanks for all the links and pictures! I will probably be a little more attentive to the trains in movies now that we've had this discussion.
Chester