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The Chicago, Millington And Western Railway: A Narrow-Guage Line Across The State Of Illinois, From Chicago To The Mississippi River (1877)

The Chicago, Millington And Western Railway: A Narrow-Guage Line Across The State Of Illinois, From Chicago To The Mississippi River (1877)

Chicago Millington
Western Railway Company

Paperback

Fiction AnthologiesMidwestRegional: Midwest

ISBN10: 1120735386
ISBN13: 9781120735386
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Nov 21 2009
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.38
Height: 0.13 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
And Western Railway CompanyThe Chicago, Millington and Western Railway is a historical book that provides a comprehensive account of the narrow-gauge railway line that ran across the state of Illinois, from Chicago to the Mississippi River. The book was written in 1877 by the Chicago Millington and Western Railway Company, which was responsible for constructing and operating the railway line.The book begins with a brief history of the railway company and its founding, followed by a detailed description of the construction of the railway line. The authors provide detailed information on the materials used, the challenges faced during construction, and the various engineering feats that were accomplished to make the railway line a reality.The book also provides a detailed description of the route taken by the railway line, including the various towns and cities that it passed through. The authors describe the landscape and scenery along the route, as well as the various industries and businesses that were served by the railway line.In addition to the technical details of the railway line, the book also provides a glimpse into the social and economic history of Illinois during the late 19th century. The authors describe the impact that the railway line had on the local communities, including the growth of industry and agriculture, and the increased mobility of people and goods.Overall, The Chicago, Millington and Western Railway is a fascinating historical document that provides a unique perspective on the development of transportation and industry in Illinois during the late 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of railways, engineering, or the social and economic history of Illinois.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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