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Pacific Railroad Debate Ends With Route Contention
Senator Harlan argues Congress must locate the Pacific railroad route to guarantee direct, economical transportation for mails troops and supplies. He warns against entrusting route selection to a contractor or president, cautions about possible monopolies, and endorses a central northern to central route near parallels 41–42. He cites extensive surveys and argues the nation’s interest requires Congress to decide the general path.
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