Railway Construction

"Railway Construction" by William Hemingway Mills is a comprehensive exploration of railway engineering during the early 1900s. It methodically examines the creation of railway systems, from the crucial selection of locations and observation of governmental rules, to the technical aspects of slopes, turns, and essential construction. Serving settlements and business sites while respecting landowners' rights are discussed, and nature’s influence is presented as a factor that creates a need to carefully balance practical design while minding costs. This sets the stage for a detailed examination of construction basics and the financial decisions that go into making a railway.