The writer thinks it has been fully demonstrated that electric motors are capable of handling the heaviest traffic, and if the saving in operating expenses should prove to be greater than with steam, new roads, at least, would use electricity. (1200 w.)


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    Title :

    Electricity on trunk railroads


    Additional title:

    Sci Am


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    Publication date :

    1896


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English




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