Reports Relating to the Project of Constructing a Railway, and a Line of Electro-Magnetic Telegraph, Through the Province of New Brunswick, From Halifax to Quebec: Presented to the Legislative Council and Assembly on the 3rd Day of February 1847
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
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- Title
- Reports Relating to the Project of Constructing a Railway, and a Line of Electro-Magnetic Telegraph, Through the Province of New Brunswick, From Halifax to Quebec: Presented to the Legislative Council and Assembly on the 3rd Day of February 1847
- Author
- M. H. Perley
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2018
- Condition
- New
- Binding
- HRD
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0266526896
- ISBN 13
- 9780266526896
- Item weight
- 408 grams
Feasibility and futures of a trans-Nova Scotia to Quebec railway project
Discover a detailed early study of a proposed trunk railway from the Atlantic coast to Quebec. This edition gathers county-by-county insights, potential trade impacts, and the prospects for year‑round access, plus how rail lines could shape emigration, agriculture, fisheries, and regional growth in New Brunswick.
The material blends survey findings, economic analysis, and practical considerations for building and maintaining long rail lines. It covers routes explored by surveying teams, the expected traffic from timber, coal, and farm produce, and the possible impact on coastal commerce and settlement. You’ll also find discussions on timber preservation, railway construction methods, and how a railway could interact with shipping, immigration, and industrial development in the mid-19th century.What you will experience
- An overview of exploring routes and the factors that influence the best path for a trunk line through New Brunswick.
- Assessment of local industries, resources, and potential trade impacts, including fisheries, agriculture, and timber.
- Technical considerations for construction and maintenance, such as pile roads, winter operation, and timber preservation methods.
- Context on how a railway might connect with steam navigation and markets across the Atlantic.
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