Babson critiques railroads and calls for rate reform
Magss May 11 Roger W Babson issues a statement on railways describing congested commercial arteries and complaints from shippers and farmers about high weight rates and scarce cars. He notes government ownership scares workers and investors, explains ICC rate decisions, and urges railroads to focus on service and customer needs.
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Public policy to curb soaring rates prompts government action
A fragment notes a harsh policy phrase and rising prices on goods. It states wares were kept at low levels and all rates were increased to profit from traffic. As conditions worsened, the government intervened with legislation to restore balance.
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Old rail management blamed for failure to sell service
A veteran critique argues that railroad management repeats past errors, neglecting customers and shippers. It urges a new, sales minded approach to merchandise transportation, noting the industry must deliver service and actively sell it to the public, or face bankruptcy.
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Fragmented 19th century text on business ethics and marriage law
The passage discusses sales managers organizing road outreach and treating travelers as buyers despite adverse laws. It references a Greek divorce law, two states allowing women to run businesses without spousal authorization, and cites individuals with unclear identities and a monetary figure.
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