Old Timer Remembers Early Railroading and Safety
Charles C. Gafford of Wymore Neb recalls fifty years with the Burlington railway, praising its building, safety progress, and community role. He contrasts past dangers with modern safety measures, notes legal and tax responsibilities, and argues for fair competition and sober, well trained crews.
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Mississippi River
Charles C. Gafford
Wymore
Neb
Paving to Begin on Highway 75 Between Union and Nebraska City
Union reports paving on Highway 75 to start soon with Western Asphalt Co. arranging Missouri Pacific track access. Large state project will employ many workers. extensive grading and bridge work delayed but now allows paving to proceed as Nebraska advances its good roads program. Also note Fourth of July fireworks at Bates Book & Gift Shop.
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Union
Nebraska City
Union States
Western Asphalt Co
Sioux City
Missouri Pacific
Nebraska
Bates Book & Gift Shop
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