Report of the Knaresbrough Rail-way Committee
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"Report of the Knaresbrough Rail-way Committee" is a scientific publication authored by the Knaresbrough Rail-way Committee, likely written in the early 19th century. This report presents the findings and proposals related to the development of a railway system intended to facilitate transportation and commerce in the Knaresbrough area, previously considered for a canal project. The book discusses the potential economic benefits of the railway and the geographical and material advantages of the
proposed route. In the report, the Committee outlines the impracticalities associated with constructing a canal due to the local geography, including significant elevation changes and inadequate water supply. Subsequently, they shift their focus to proposing a railway line that would optimize transport capabilities for various local industries, particularly the lead and flax industries, and improve access to essential resources like coal, agricultural products, and building materials. The report includes detailed cost estimates, projected revenues, and an understanding of regional commerce needs, ultimately advocating for the railway as a more advantageous alternative to the canal project to bolster local trade and economic growth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Knaresbrough Rail-Way Committee (Knaresborough, England) |
|---|---|
| Title | Report of the Knaresbrough Rail-way Committee |
| Credits | Transcribed from the March 1820 edition by David Price |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 50.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HE: Social sciences: Transportation and communications |
| Subject | Railroads -- England -- Knaresborough |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 21956 |
| Release Date | Jun 28, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 352 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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