Wheeling and Lake Erie Railway (1916-1988) Cuffed Beanie
One size / Baby Pink
$24.99
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Wheeling and Lake Erie Railway (1916-1988) Cuffed Beanie
$24.99
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Carry a piece of regional railroad heritage with a Wheeling and Lake Erie Railway cuffed beanie. The original W&LE was an Ohio-centered line, known for two main routes crossing in the state and connections serving Cleveland, Zanesville and gateways toward Wheeling. Its history spans operations beginning in 1880, a Brewster headquarters, and later transitions through the Nickel Plate Road and Norfolk and Western. A meaningful pick for rail fans who value the independent railroad story that ended as a separate subsidiary in 1988.
The original Wheeling and Lake Erie Railway grew from an Ohio railroad that began standard-gauge operations in 1880 under investor Jay Gould. Its routes connected Cleveland, Zanesville and Wheeling-area gateways, later extending toward Pittsburgh and Toledo; its main lines remained within Ohio. Freight included coal, iron ore and general merchandise. The railroad opened service between Huron and Massillon on January 9, 1882, and Huron docks received their first iron ore cargo on May 21, 1884. Brewster became its headquarters in 1914, and the company produced locomotives there beginning in 1910. Known for two main routes crossing in Ohio, it acquired the Cleveland, Canton & Southern Railroad in 1899. Passenger service ended in 1940. In 1949, the New York, Chicago & St. Louis Railroad, commonly called the Nickel Plate Road, leased the W&LE. The 1964 combination of that railroad with the Norfolk and Western Railway brought the W&LE into N&W; after N&W combined with Southern Railway, it became part of Norfolk Southern. The railroad was absorbed into Norfolk Southern in 1988, ending its existence as a separate subsidiary.
Carry a piece of regional railroad heritage with a Wheeling and Lake Erie Railway cuffed beanie. The original W&LE was an Ohio-centered line, known for two main routes crossing in the state and connections serving Cleveland, Zanesville and gateways toward Wheeling. Its history spans operations beginning in 1880, a Brewster headquarters, and later transitions through the Nickel Plate Road and Norfolk and Western. A meaningful pick for rail fans who value the independent railroad story that ended as a separate subsidiary in 1988.
The original Wheeling and Lake Erie Railway grew from an Ohio railroad that began standard-gauge operations in 1880 under investor Jay Gould. Its routes connected Cleveland, Zanesville and Wheeling-area gateways, later extending toward Pittsburgh and Toledo; its main lines remained within Ohio. Freight included coal, iron ore and general merchandise. The railroad opened service between Huron and Massillon on January 9, 1882, and Huron docks received their first iron ore cargo on May 21, 1884. Brewster became its headquarters in 1914, and the company produced locomotives there beginning in 1910. Known for two main routes crossing in Ohio, it acquired the Cleveland, Canton & Southern Railroad in 1899. Passenger service ended in 1940. In 1949, the New York, Chicago & St. Louis Railroad, commonly called the Nickel Plate Road, leased the W&LE. The 1964 combination of that railroad with the Norfolk and Western Railway brought the W&LE into N&W; after N&W combined with Southern Railway, it became part of Norfolk Southern. The railroad was absorbed into Norfolk Southern in 1988, ending its existence as a separate subsidiary.
| One size | |
| Length (Uncuffed), in | 12.00 |
| Length (Cuffed), in | 9.00 |
| Width, in | 8.13 |
| Circumreference, in | 17.25 - 18.50 |
This cuffed beanie carries a lived-in street energy—soft, warm, and quietly bold. The low-profile embroidery sits on the cuff like a personal insignia: a small, slightly distressed logo with a touch of red that reads as both vintage and current. It slips on easily and stays put through commutes, late-night walks, and chilly market runs, adding a subtle graphic edge without shouting.
Wear it with a worn denim jacket, layered knit, or an oversized coat. It works for creatives who like to curate a look that’s casual but considered, for city cyclists who need dependable warmth, or for anyone who favors compact, tactile details. The hypoallergenic acrylic knit keeps things comfortable against the skin while the 12" cuff gives you styling flexibility—fold it high for warmth or roll it low for a slouchier silhouette. This is a small, everyday piece that quietly completes an outfit and ages into its own personality.
Product features
- 100% turbo acrylic knit — warm, durable, and easy-care.
- 12" cuffed design — versatile fit and styling options.
- One size fits most — stretchy, comfortable, and unrestrictive.
- Embroidered decoration — subtle, long-lasting graphic detail.
- Hypoallergenic and compliant — safer for sensitive skin and meets safety standards.
Care instructions
- Use warm water and dish soap and clean spots off your hat. It's not necessary to soak the whole item. For hard to clean spots use a soft bristled brush.
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Product information: Yupoong 1501KC, two year warranty in the EU and Northern Ireland
Warnings, Hazard: For adults
Care instructions: Use warm water and dish soap and clean spots off your hat. It's not necessary to soak the whole item. For hard to clean spots use a soft bristled brush.