The Relation Of The Federal Government To The Railroads (1874)

The Relation Of The Federal Government To The Railroads is a book written by David Ames Wells in 1874. The book explores the relationship between the federal government and the railroads during the period of rapid expansion of the railroad industry in the United States. Wells discusses the various ways in which the government has intervened in the railroad industry, including the regulation of rates, the granting of subsidies and land grants, and the construction of the transcontinental railroad. He also examines the economic and social impact of the railroads on the country, including the growth of cities and the development of new industries. The book provides a detailed historical account of the relationship between the federal government and the railroads and offers insights into the challenges and opportunities presented by this important period in American history.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.