02312cam a22003373u 4500 40709 UtSlPG 20260610133930.0 m cr n 260607r2012||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 HE TA Piper, John J., -1869 Facts and Figures Concerning the Hoosac Tunnel Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2012 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2012-09-08 Produced by Tom Cosmas (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Facts and Figures Concerning the Hoosac Tunnel" by John J. Piper is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work discusses the construction and significance of the Hoosac Tunnel, a critical infrastructure project aimed at improving trade routes between New England and the West. As it unfolds, the text addresses the economic implications of inadequate transportation facilities in Massachusetts and captures the socio-political dynamics influencing the project. The opening of the book presents a compelling argument for the construction of the Hoosac Tunnel, emphasizing the need for improved transportation links due to a growing discrepancy in trade capabilities between New England and the more developed western regions. Piper cites various opinions and articles, including a significant letter from Governor Bullock, which showcases the urgent need for new avenues of transportation. He discusses the challenges faced by the Western Railroad and contrasts it with the potential benefits and feasibility of the Hoosac Tunnel, noting both the local industrial potential of the area and the historical context of prior attempts at construction. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Railroad tunnels -- Massachusetts Hoosac Tunnel (Mass.) Railroads -- Massachusetts Tunnels -- Massachusetts https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40709 81548 81548