| On
Tuesday, January 1, 1974,
48
years
ago... |
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The Norfolk Southern Railroad is Acquired
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| On
Monday, January 1, 1951,
72
years
ago... |
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Harry DeButts becomes president
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| On
Tuesday, January 1, 1918,
104
years
ago... |
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USRA Control Begins
During World War I, the federal government took control of the nation's railroads through USRA. This was in an attempt to better coordinate shipping between railroads. However, the period was controversial because of the issue of compensation.
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| On
Wednesday, January 1, 1913,
109
years
ago... |
|
General Office Building in Atlanta Opens
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