9781331725404 - The Community of Interests: Method of Regulating Railroad Traffic in Its Historic Aspects (Classic Reprint) de Nimmo, Joseph (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the historical development and organizational challenges of the American railroad system. It begins by describing the disassociated nature of early railroads and the subsequent need for greater connectivity to meet public demand. The author explores various methods of railroad regulation, including the pooling system, joint traffic associations, and the Community of Interests plan. The book also discusses the impact of the Antitrust Act of 1890 on railroad consolidation and the ongoing debate surrounding government regulation versus industry self-governance. This exploration uncovers the complexities and significance of the American railroad system, highlighting its role in shaping the nation's commerce, industry, and transportation landscape. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.