Excerpt from Compilation of Laws of the State of North Dakota: Governing Railroads, Grain Warehouses Express, Telephone, Telegraph, Gas, Light, Heat and Power Companies, Storage Warehouses and Commission Merchants
The extensive changes in legislation afiecting public utilities and the powers and duties of the Board of Railroad Commissioners in relation thereto, of the past two sessions of the legislative assembly, have necessitated a revision of former compilations of the laws relating to these subjects, and the present board, in the preparation of this revision, has endeavored to assemble in one booklet all the laws now in force aflecting and governing the conduct of rail roads, public grain warehouses, express, telephone, telegraph, gas, light, heat and power companies, storage warehouses and commission merchants, and defining the powers and duties of the board, together with the decisions of the courts construing these laws; to which it has added the rules and, regula tions of the board, which have been laid down from time to time to meet the varying conditions as they have arisen in the performance of its duties.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating history of railroad development in North Dakota, offering a glimpse into the legal and political landscape that shaped this crucial industry. The author meticulously examines the state's constitutional and statutory provisions governing railroads, providing a detailed account of the legal framework that governed their construction, operation, and regulation. The text reveals the complex interplay of competing interests, including the desire for economic growth, the need for public safety, and the balancing of private enterprise with the public good. The book explores the evolution of railroad regulation, from the early days of limited oversight to the establishment of the Board of Railroad Commissioners and its increasing role in setting rates, resolving disputes, and ensuring fair treatment for both railroads and the public. The author delves into the legal and political battles surrounding the expansion of railroads across the state, highlighting the challenges of balancing the rights of private property owners with the public interest in efficient transportation. The bookââ â¢s insights provide a rich understanding of the legal and political context surrounding railroad development in North Dakota, revealing the complex interplay of economic forces, government regulation, and public concerns that shaped this transformative industry. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780332401829_0
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