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A&E Investigative Reports, "Murder on the Rails"

An episode from the TV show “A&E Investigative Reports” that explores incidents of homicide while riding the rails. Information on the Freight Train Riders of America (F.T.R.A). Interesting information on the relationship between law enforcement and…

Compass in the Blood: The American Hobo

A documentary about hobo history and hobo life. Interviews with hoboes, including Jet Set John, Adman, Connecticut Shorty, Jungle Jack, Pullman Kid, and Trainman.

Harmonica Mike: Iowa and Nebraska (festivals and parades)

Video footage filmed by Harmonica Mike while traveling through Iowa and Nebraska, attending various festivals and parades, in both states.

Harmonica Mike: Iowa and Nebraska (freight trains and tourist ride)

Video footage filmed by Harmonica Mike while traveling through Iowa and Nebraska, watching freight trains and participating in a historic steam train ride for tourists, in both states.

In Memory of Frog

A memorial video created in honor of the late great two-time Hobo King Frog.

In Memory of Tuck

A memorial video created in honor of the late great two-time Hobo King Tuck.

A Tribute to Railroad Randy

A memorial video created in honor of the late great hobo Railroad Randy.

Last of the American Hoboes

A documentary about hobo history and hobo life. Date of creation unknown.

Ridin' Free

A documentary about hobo history and hobo life. Footage from the National Hobo Convention and footage from the memorial service at the Hobo Cemetary.

Minneapolis Jewel, KSTP-TV Good Company, Reporter: Mike Brunswick

A TV interview with Hobo Queen Minneapolis Jewel, featured on the show “Good Company.” Originally aired in 1992. Minneapolis Jewel shares her take on hoboing and why she became a part-time hobo. Footage featuring Steam Train Maury, Iowa Blackie, and…