Government Ownership of Roads Debate Ahead Says Thorne
Clifford Thorne of Washington, a railroad expert, argues private ownership costs railroads over four hundred million dollars annually. He replies to critic Ripley and defends his figures, noting interstate data and adjustments. The exchange signals a rising political issue with government ownership as a major future question.
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Rural economy and farm policy in Houston address
Secretary Houston argues the United States must curb marketing middlemen, boost agricultural education, and improve rural credits without burdening taxpayers. He warns against overreliance on government ownership, cites rail surpluses, and urges coordinated federal state actions to expand productivity and reduce living costs.
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