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Problem of Weak Railroads: Their Relation to an Adequate Transportation System

Problem of Weak Railroads: Their Relation to an Adequate Transportation System

Herring, James M.

Hardcover

EconomicsTransportation GeneralTrains

ISBN10: 1025924010
ISBN13: 9781025924014
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 184
Weight: 0.96
Height: 0.50 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Problem of Weak Railroads: Their Relation to an Adequate Transportation System is a comprehensive analysis of the economic and structural challenges facing the American railway industry during a critical period of industrial transition. James M. Herring provides a detailed examination of the weak road problem-the struggle of smaller or less profitable rail lines to maintain service standards and financial stability within a complex national network.

The work delves into the regulatory frameworks of the early 20th century, particularly focusing on the role of the Interstate Commerce Commission and the legislative attempts to consolidate and unify the railroad system. The text explores the inherent tensions between private ownership, public service requirements, and the necessity of maintaining a robust transportation infrastructure for national prosperity.

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