Traffic growth and rail efficiency through 1918
A review of U S railroad growth shows traffic tripling since 1898 and a four month leap matching the full 1919 year. Freight tons, passenger miles, and track upgrades boosted output per worker, with capital investments expanding capacity to meet expanding commerce.
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