Five men clustered around engine #2, long train of loaded log cars curving along track behind

from left: 1 - Wm. Tate, conductor, on pilot [others unidentified]

A practical treatise on rail-roads and carriages, shewing the principles of estimating their strength, proportions, expense, and annual produce, and the conditions which render them effective, economical, and durable; with the theory, effect, and expense of steam carriages, stationary engines, and gas machines. Illustrated by four engravings and numerous useful tables.

Mode of access: Internet.