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How railroads blend public duty with private investment to set rates and serve the public good.
In American Railroad Rates, the topic is explored with clear ideas about how a railroad operates as both a toll owner and a carrier, and how that dual role shapes pricing and service.
The book frames the railroad as a quasi-public entity. It discusses how public interest, legal control, and the need to earn a fair return on capital must be balanced. It explains the twofold nature of railroad functions and how competition, pooling, and rate agreements have evolved to manage traffic and avoid ruinous competition.- How a railroad acts as both a toll owner and a carrier, and what that means for rates.
- Origins and effects of competition, rate differentials, and pooling among carriers.
- Distinctions between local discriminations and rate differentials across routes.
- How legal and policy frameworks influence rate decisions and public welfare.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the complex relationship between railroads and the charges they levy for transporting goods. Railroads are a unique type of corporation, blending private interests with public obligations. Their rates must balance the need for profit with the essential public service they provide. The author examines the historical development of railroad rates, from their origins as tolls for passage along privately owned tracks to the complex tariffs of today. The book delves into the economic principles that govern rate-setting, including the concepts of cost and value of service. It also analyzes the role of competition and regulation in shaping railroad rates, highlighting the tension between the railroads' need for revenue and the public's interest in affordable transportation. Ultimately, the book argues that a deep understanding of these principles is crucial for evaluating the fairness and impact of railroad rates. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330569269_0
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