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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book, an account of a hearing held in 1872, presents a unique insight into the struggle to improve the public transportation system of Boston. The petitioning Highland Railway Company sought to introduce a new line to alleviate the overcrowded horse-drawn streetcars of the Metropolitan Railroad. As the city of Boston expanded rapidly, the Metropolitan Railroad struggled to meet the growing demand for transportation, leading to frequent overcrowding and dissatisfaction among citizens. Through compelling testimonies and arguments from both sides, this book offers a glimpse into the challenges and complexities of providing adequate public transit in a rapidly growing urban environment. The debate between the petitioners and the Metropolitan Railroad unveils the competing interests of citizens, corporations, and the government, highlighting the enduring importance of striving for better transportation solutions in modern cities. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780282666699_0
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