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Newspaper
Sisseton Weekly Standard
Location
Sisseton, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1906
Page
4
A Sioux era era discussion outlines advantages of electric traction for long distance railways. It compares direct current and alternating current systems, notes safety benefits, block power control, and potential for 100 mph fast trains with electric power from central plants versus steam locomotives. It cites expertise and practical costs.
The article surveys whether steam locomotives can be fully displaced by electric traction. It notes unsettled efficiency, reliability, and economy under varying conditions, with most progress limited to tunnel and terminal service and questions remain about sleet snow and congestion effects on heavy traffic.
The fifty ninth congress convened in Washington on Tuesday. The President’s lengthy message to Congress is summarized here with a focus on control of corporations, publicity, railway rates, new laws, and government ownership of railroads, along with tax reforms and currency issues.
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