Railroads and Land Values Across States
A mix of commentary and analysis explains how railroads boost land values and spur population growth. The St Louis Democrat cites Michigan tax data with 400 to 500 percent gains near rail lines versus 100 percent elsewhere, while Illinois Central land prices rise from 12 to 20 dollars per acre and then to 25. The North American highlights Illinois census gains from 1850 to 1855, noting population growth and urban expansion spurred by rail networks and urging Pennsylvania to accelerate its own system to keep pace with rivals.
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Delaware
Maine Law and League
America
Little Forrest
Delaware City
Carson Leagues
Wilmington Papers
Maing Law Advocates
Salt River
Democratic Party
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Kent
Sussex
Virginia
Pennsylvania
Temperance Party
The
Journal, Statesman and
Blue Hen's Chicken
Republican
Bas
Samuel Townsend
St. Louis Democrat
Michigan
Illinois Central Railroad
Illinois
Tllinois
Bill for Railroad Security Proposed in Pennsylvania Senate
Legislation introduced by Mr Price sets duties and liabilities for rail travel and constrains operations. Provisions include rear freight car precedence, alarms at crossings, speed reductions near draws, and signals 80 rods ahead. Penalties apply for intoxicated conductors and negligence causing death, with harsher punishment for obstructing railways. The measure aims to balance public protection with railroad rights.
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Price
State Senate of
Pennsylvania
Duguege
Knowledge and Agriculture Unite for Progress
A long essay urges farmers to embrace art and science alongside labor, arguing education and experimental learning elevate farming. It extols lectures, institutes, and universities as sources of knowledge, urging practical mastery of soil, breeds, minerals, and environmental forces to advance agriculture and industry.
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State Agricultural Society of
New Jersey
Jacon W. Mice Lee
Valean
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