The System Of Wire-Cable Railways For Cities And Towns As Operated In San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago, St. Louis, Kansas City, New York (1887) is a book written by the National Cable Railway Company, which provides a comprehensive overview of the wire-cable railway system that was popular in several cities and towns during the late 19th century. The book details the construction, operation, and maintenance of these systems, with a focus on the experiences of several major cities, including San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago, St. Louis, Kansas City, and New York.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the wire-cable railway system. The first chapter provides an introduction to the system, including a brief history of its development and an overview of its advantages over other forms of transportation. Subsequent chapters cover topics such as the construction of the cable lines, the operation of the cars, the maintenance of the system, and the financial considerations involved in running a wire-cable railway.Throughout the book, the National Cable Railway Company provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of the various components of the wire-cable railway system, including the cable itself, the grip mechanism that attaches the car to the cable, and the various safety features that were built into the system. The book also includes several appendices that provide additional information on topics such as the cost of construction, the legal issues involved in operating a wire-cable railway, and the various patents that were issued for different aspects of the system.Overall, The System Of Wire-Cable Railways For Cities And Towns As Operated In San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago, St. Louis, Kansas City, New York (1887) provides a detailed and informative look at a transportation system that played an important role in the development of several major American cities during the late 19th century.Cincinnati, Hoboken, Etc.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.