Publisher's Synopsis
Illinois Railway Legislation and Commission Control Since 1870 is a historical book written by Joseph Hinckley Gordon in 1904. The book provides a detailed account of the development of railway legislation and commission control in Illinois since 1870. The author examines the various laws that were passed in the state to regulate the railroad industry and the establishment of the Illinois Railroad and Warehouse Commission (IRWC) in 1871. The book also explores the role of the commission in regulating the rates, services, and safety of the railroads in Illinois. Additionally, the author discusses the challenges faced by the IRWC in enforcing its regulations and the various court cases that arose from disputes between the commission and the railroad companies. Illinois Railway Legislation and Commission Control Since 1870 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the railroad industry and the development of regulatory bodies in the United States.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.
