Railroad Melons, Rates And Wages

Railroad Melons, Rates And Wages: A Handbook Of Railroad Information (1922) is a comprehensive guidebook written by Charles Edward Russell that provides a detailed overview of the American railroad industry during the early 20th century. The book covers a wide range of topics related to railroads, including the history of the industry, the different types of trains and locomotives, the various jobs and roles within the industry, the rates and tariffs for shipping goods and passengers, and the wages and working conditions of railroad employees.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the railroad industry. The first chapter provides an overview of the history of railroads in America, from the early days of horse-drawn carriages to the modern steam-powered locomotives of the early 20th century. Subsequent chapters cover topics such as the different types of trains and locomotives, the various jobs and roles within the industry, the rates and tariffs for shipping goods and passengers, and the wages and working conditions of railroad employees.Throughout the book, Russell provides detailed information and statistics about the railroad industry, including the number of miles of track in operation, the amount of freight and passengers transported each year, and the revenue generated by the industry. He also includes numerous illustrations and photographs to help readers better understand the various aspects of the industry.Overall, Railroad Melons, Rates And Wages: A Handbook Of Railroad Information (1922) is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American railroad industry. Whether you are a historian, a railroad enthusiast, or simply curious about this important part of American history, this book provides a wealth of information and insights into one of the most fascinating and important industries of the early 20th century.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.