Author: Minnesota. Trails and Waterways UnitPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Luce Line State Trail (Minn.)
Languages : en
Pages : 80
Book Description
A Master Plan for the Luce Line Trail
Author: Minnesota. Trails and Waterways UnitPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Luce Line State Trail (Minn.)
Languages : en
Pages : 80
Book Description
The Minnesota Volunteer
Author: Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Conservation of natural resources
Languages : en
Pages : 356
Book Description
The Conservation Volunteer
Author: Twilight Rails
Author: H. Roger GrantPublisher: U of Minnesota Press
ISBN: 0816665621
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 293
Book Description
By the start of the twentieth century railroads crisscrossed the nation, yet there were still those who believed that the railroad network in the United States was far from complete. Residents of small towns lacking rail access lobbied hard for steam and electric roads to serve their communities, and investors eagerly started new ventures that would fill the gaps in the railway map. While some of these roads enjoyed a degree of success, most of them were financial flops even before the rise of the highway system made them obsolete.In Twilight Rails, H. Roger Grant—one of the leading railroad historians working today—documents the stories of eight Midwestern carriers that appeared at the end of the railroad building craze. When historians have reflected on these “twilight” carriers, they have suggested that they were relevant only as examples of unwise business ventures. Grant finds that even the weakest railroads were important to the communities they served; the arrival of the railroad was cause for great celebration as residents were finally connected to the outside world. A railroad’s construction pumped money into local economies, farmers and manufacturers gained access to better markets, and the excitement generated by a new line often increased land values and inspired expansion of local businesses. Even the least financially successful carriers, Grant argues, managed to significantly improve their local economies.This thorough and highly accessible history provides a fascinating look at the motivations, accomplishments, and failures of the twilight carriers, granting a new breath of life to this neglected aspect of American railway history.
Journal
Author: Minnesota. Legislature. SenatePublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1764
Book Description
Journal of the Senate
Author: Minnesota. Legislature. SenatePublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Minnesota
Languages : en
Pages : 1768
Book Description
Journal for the extra session, 1933/34, was issued with House Journal for that session; spine title: Journals Senate and House.
Pathways Through Minnesota
Author: Alex B. MarshallPublisher:
ISBN: 9780962664700
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 658
Book Description
A region by region, city by city insider's guide book to the best, most unusual, & unique travel selections the land of 10,000 plus lakes has to offer. Featuring over 600 businesses & attractions profiled along with over 100 communities. Each has been personally visited by one of our travel writers, who has conducted extensive interviews with Bed & Breakfasts, country inns, restaurants, specialty shops, historic sites & much more. Featured are short stories & regional profiles by award-winning travel writers. There are also over 200 line & sketch drawings in this 650 page perfect bound guide to Minnesota.
Metroland Activities Directory
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ISBN:
Category : Metroland (Minnesota : Tourism Region)
Languages : en
Pages : 56
Book Description
Representing the eight counties of Metroland: Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott, Washington and Wright.
Minnesota's State Trails
Author: Minnesota. Trails and Waterways UnitPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Minnesota trails
Languages : en
Pages : 928
Book Description
The Minnesota Legislative Manual
Author: Minnesota. Secretary of StatePublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Minnesota
Languages : en
Pages : 628
Book Description
Includes the Minnesota state and the United States constitution, historical and current events, biographies of legislators, directory for federal, state, regional, and local government officials, and election statistics and voter turnout maps.