ISBN: 9781333242954 - report of the select committee, to which was referred the enquiry whether the pennsylvania, delaware and maryland steam navigation company, and the ... forfeited their charters (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. Dive into the fascinating world of canal companies and their impact on trade and travel in the past. This book delves into the historical significance of these companies, focusing specifically on the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal Company and its operations. The author meticulously examines the company's charter, agreements with partner companies, and toll charges, drawing attention to their influence on passenger and freight transportation. Through a meticulous investigation of original documents, including correspondence and reports, the author sheds light on the complex relationships between canal companies and other entities, such as railroads and stage lines. The book offers a nuanced understanding of the motivations and strategies of these companies as they navigated a competitive and evolving transportation landscape. 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.…