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Chicago Freight Tunnels: The Organization, Equipment and Service of the Underground Tubes Which Handle Thousands of Carloads of Freight Each Day... - Softcover
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1973 reprint of a brochure originally published circa 1926 detailing the over 60 miles of freight tunnels under the Loop that were then being used to ship merchandise, packages, coal (for heating) and cinders. The booklet describes the electric railway system in place and makes a strong argument that street traffic could be greatly reduced if the tunnels were more utilized. Illustrated with black and white photos and two fold-out maps showing the tunnel locations. Eventually these tunnels were abandoned and forgotten until the Great Leak of 1992 when one of them was damaged and water and mud flooded in, causing billions of dollars worth of damage. 32 pages.
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Chicago Freight Tunnels The Organization, Equipment and Service of the Underground Tubes Which Handle Thousands of Carloads of Freight Each Day. .
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The Chicago Freight Tunnels
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Old Line Publishers, Milwaukee, 1973
ISBN 10: 0879940212
ISBN 13: 9780879940218
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Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. Very interesting facsimile of a 1926 brochure detailing the construction and early history of the Chicago tunnels with photographs and pull-out maps. Presents very well. Evidence of a sticker removal on cover (see pictures). All our books at the moment are reduced so the price you see reflects a 33% discount. You may be interested in The Literaticus Book Service. We specialise in tracking down those harder to find editions, among other bookish services such as gift fulfilment. Get in touch to send us your Book Wants or ask a bookish question. If this is intended as a gift, please email first and I can gift wrap for no extra charge. If you would like special delivery but don't see an option for it, just email first and I'll obtain a quote. If you have any questions, require more information or if you would like more pictures, do not hesitate to get in touch. 2024. Seller Inventory # 003377
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