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First American railroad publication...
First American railroad publication...
Item # 701484
February 08, 1834
AMERICAN RAILROAD JOURNAL, New York, Feb. 8, 1834
* Very early on the railroad industry
* Uncommon publication
This is an early issue of the very first American periodical on railroading.
The best feature of this newspaper may be the great and very early engraving of a railroad train in the masthead, showing an engine with three cars. Note the crudeness of the train, but keep in mind this is from the very beginning years of the railroad industry.
Various railroad-related text throughout the issue with articles headed: "New York & Erie Railroad"; a page 3 print of: "Dr. Church's Steam Carriage" with an article; "Economy in the Use of Steam" and more. Plus there are many non-railroad related articles as well.
Sixteen pages, 9 by 12 1/2 inches, good condition.
AI notes: The American Railroad Journal, launched in 1832, was the first U.S. trade publication focused on railroads. It began as Rail‑Road Journal and soon became American Railroad Journal, covering rail technology, engineering, and industry news. Between 1838–1844, it merged with Mechanics’ Magazine, broadening its focus. In 1887, it became Railroad and Engineering Journal, and by 1893, American Engineer and Railroad Journal. This title evolved over time, eventually merging into what is now Railway Age, still in publication today. The journal played a key role in documenting 19th-century railroad development and is widely archived online.
Category: Pre-Civil War
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