ISBN: 9781527790230 - report on the transit problems of bethlehem, pa., and vicinity: with recommendations for their solution, submitted to the committee on improved ... chamber of commerce (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. This book focuses on a service problem deeply relevant in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, where getting around town is made difficult by the city's steep hills, narrow streets, and a lack of connection between its north and south sides. The author was tasked to investigate the situation by the city's Chamber of Commerce, and his report provides a thorough examination of the issue. The report takes into account its historical context as well as the broader challenges facing Bethlehem, such as its industrial growth and its relationship with neighboring towns. Beyond the immediate service problems, the book delves into the crucial need for local transit facilities that enable easy access for the city's residents to trade and socialize locally, rather than in other towns. An exploration of the Lehigh Valley Transit Company, the primary provider of streetcar service in Bethlehem, reveals a complex corporate history shaped by consolidations, stock purchases, and financial investments. The author dissects the company's capitalization, revenue streams, and operating expenses to assess its financial situation. The book underscores the significance of adequate public transportation in Bethlehem, emphasizing its vital role in economic development, community well-being, and urban planning. 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.…