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  • Chapters on the History of the Southern Pacific

    So far as the author knows there is no published study which discusses in detail the important business problems connected with the history of the Southern Pacific Railroad lines. Most of the books which contain references to the Southern Pacific or to the Central Pacific limit themselves to a few chapters upon the romantic aspects of their construction. The few works which treat of the later ... Leer más

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  • Railroad Reorganization

    Challenges and Strategies in Railway Reorganization: An Economic Analysis of American Railways

    In "Railroad Reorganization," Stuart Daggett offers a meticulous analysis of the pivotal structural transformations within the American railroad industry during the early 20th century. The book delves into the complex interplay between regulatory changes, economic pressures, and technological advancements that necessitated reorganization. Daggett employs a clear, analytical prose style, ... Leer más

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  • Railroad Reorganization

    "Railroad Reorganization" by Stuart Daggett delves into the complexities of the American railroad industry during a pivotal time of transformation. The book examines the various factors that led to the reorganization of railroads, including economic pressures, regulatory changes, and the impact of technological advancements. Daggett provides a thorough analysis of the challenges faced by railroad ... Leer más

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  • Chapters on the History of the Southern Pacific

    Enriched edition. Pioneering Days of American Railway Expansion

    In "Chapters on the History of the Southern Pacific," Stuart Daggett delves into the intricate narrative of the Southern Pacific Railroad, illustrating its profound impact on the economic and social fabric of the American West. Daggett employs a detailed, analytical literary style that combines primary historical documents with vivid storytelling, enabling readers to experience the railroad's ... Leer más

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  • The Structure of Transcontinental Railroad Rates

    A Publication of the Bureau of Business and Economic Research, University of California

    The Structure of Transcontinental Railroad Rates by Stuart Daggett and John P. Carter provides a detailed examination of how freight rate systems shaped—and constrained—the economic life of California during the mid-twentieth century. Drawing on published tariffs from 1943–1944 and comparative data supplied by carriers, the authors unpack the mechanics of rate-making, the geography of western rail ... Leer más

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  • Obsolete Paper Money Issued by Banks in the United States 1782-1866

    A Study and Appreciation for the Numismatist and Historian

    Award-winning author and historian Q. David Bowers explores the fascinating world of "obsolete currency" - the colorful, ornate paper money that first circulated in the 13 colonies and served American commerce up through the Civil War. ... Leer más

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    From bank bailouts and corporate scandals to the financial panic of 2008 and its lingering effects, corporate governance in America has been wracked by crises. Amid a weakening system of checks and balances in which corporate executives have little incentive to protect shareholder interests, U.S. corporations are growing larger and more irresponsible at the same time. But dependence on corporate ... Leer más

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  • Railroaded: The Transcontinentals and the Making of Modern America

    The Transcontinentals and the Making of Modern America

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  • An Empire of Wealth

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