{"product_id":"wheeling-and-lake-erie-railway-1916-1988-golf-towel","title":"Wheeling and Lake Erie Railway (1916-1988) Golf Towel","description":"GhostCorp Apparel - resurrecting iconic corporate ghosts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTake a piece of Ohio railroad heritage along for a round with this Wheeling and Lake Erie Railway golf towel. The W\u0026amp;LE’s crossing routes connected communities and freight gateways across the state, with trains hauling coal, iron ore and general merchandise. From Huron’s docks to the locomotive works at Brewster, the railroad built a distinctive regional story that continued through several larger railroad systems. A fitting course accessory for rail enthusiasts and collectors who enjoy remembering the independent line absorbed into Norfolk Southern in 1988.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 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 \u0026amp; Southern Railroad in 1899. Passenger service ended in 1940. In 1949, the New York, Chicago \u0026amp; St. Louis Railroad, commonly called the Nickel Plate Road, leased the W\u0026amp;LE. The 1964 combination of that railroad with the Norfolk and Western Railway brought the W\u0026amp;LE into N\u0026amp;W; after N\u0026amp;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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eLight, quick-drying, and built to travel with you on the course. This compact golf towel slips onto your bag with a solid gold grommet and ring, so it’s always within reach between swings. The dense microfiber weave soaks up moisture and cleans clubfaces without scratching. Its subtle printed logo sits low on the cloth for an understated look that won’t distract from your setup. Carry it clipped to your bag, loop it on your cart, or toss it in your travel kit—this towel is quietly reliable when the round gets long or the weather changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduct features\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Microfiber blend (80% polyester, 20% polyamide) for strength and durability\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Highly absorbent weave that dries quickly\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Compact one-size design: 16\" × 24\" (40.64cm × 60.96cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Gold grommet with ring for easy attachment to golf bags or clips\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Single-side print with a low-profile logo placement\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCare instructions\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Machine wash separately: cold (max 30C or 90F), gentle cycle\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-row=\"1\" style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-row=\"1\" style=\"padding: 10px; font-size: 15px; font-weight: 500;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e16'' × 24''\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-row=\"2\" style=\"word-break: break-word; border-top: 1px solid rgb(237, 237, 237); font-size: 15px; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 82, 82);\"\u003eWidth, in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-row=\"2\" style=\"word-break: break-word; border-top: 1px solid rgb(237, 237, 237); font-size: 15px; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 82, 82);\"\u003e16.00\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-row=\"3\" style=\"word-break: break-word; border-top: 1px solid rgb(237, 237, 237); font-size: 15px; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 82, 82);\"\u003eLength, in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-row=\"3\" style=\"word-break: break-word; border-top: 1px solid rgb(237, 237, 237); font-size: 15px; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 82, 82);\"\u003e24.00\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEU representative\u003c\/strong\u003e: HONSON VENTURES LIMITED, gpsr@honsonventures.com, 3, Gnaftis House flat 102, Limassol, Mesa Geitonia, 4003, CY\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct information\u003c\/strong\u003e: Generic brand, two year warranty in the EU and Northern Ireland\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e: Machine wash separately: cold (max 30C or 90F), gentle cycle\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Printify","offers":[{"title":"16'' × 24''","offer_id":54889913581852,"sku":"19777289191131504075","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/2517\/5580\/files\/11123399299116722253_2048.jpg?v=1794343861","url":"https:\/\/ghostcorpapparel.com\/products\/wheeling-and-lake-erie-railway-1916-1988-golf-towel","provider":"Ghost Corp Apparel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}