A Pioneer Railway of the West by Maude Ward Lafferty
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| Author | Lafferty, Maude Ward, 1869-1962 |
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| Title | A Pioneer Railway of the West |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "A Pioneer Railway of the West" by Maude Ward Lafferty is a historical account written in the early 20th century, specifically around the 1910s. The book documents the development of the Lexington and Ohio (later the Louisville and Nashville) Railroad, highlighting its significance as one of the first railroads established west of the Alleghany Mountains. The narrative focuses on the pioneering spirit of those involved in the railroad's inception and construction, providing insights into the early American transportation system and community engagement. The book delves into the planning and building process of the railroad, beginning with local interest in rail transport fueled by news of successes in England. Lafferty recounts the excitement surrounding the charter granted in the early 1830s and the community's efforts to raise funding and gather support for the project. Through detailed descriptions of meetings, construction challenges, and the eventual successful operation of the railroad, it captures both the optimism of the era and the innovations that shaped the future of transportation. The story culminates in the railroad's establishment, which marked a transformative moment for the economy and connectivity in the region, establishing a legacy that influenced subsequent railway developments in the United States. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HE: Social sciences: Transportation and communications |
| Subject | Lexington and Ohio Rail Road Company -- History |
| Subject | Louisville and Nashville Railroad Company -- History |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 27256 |
| Release Date | Nov 14, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 82 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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