Publisher's Synopsis
""Address to the Chicago Commercial Club"" is a speech delivered by Howard Elliott in 1919 to the members of the Chicago Commercial Club. In this speech, Elliott, who was the president of the New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad, discusses the importance of transportation and its impact on the economy. He emphasizes the need for a comprehensive transportation system that includes not only railroads but also highways, waterways, and air transportation. Elliott also discusses the role of government in regulating transportation and the need for cooperation between the private sector and the government to ensure efficient and effective transportation. The speech provides insights into the transportation industry during the early 20th century and the challenges faced by the industry at that time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.