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Paris Haussmannization Outshines London In Street Reforms
The article praises Paris under Haussmann for broad boulevards, uniform paving, and superb street subways that reduce traffic disruptions. It contrasts Paris gas and water systems, cab design and lamps, and superior street cleansing with English shortcomings, arguing Imperial reforms raise public health and safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis Philippe
Paris
Eithe
Holborn
London
Baron Haussman
Thames Embankment
Mansion House
Royal Exchange
England
Holborn Viaduct
Southwark-street
Queen Victoria-street
National Temperance League
Bayswater
Paddington
Notting-hill
Edgeware Road
Regent
Oxford Circuses