Excerpt from Report of the Select Committee to Whom Was Referred the Subject of the Formation of an Ice Bridge Over the St. Lawrence at Quebec
The occasional loss of life and property, besides the many inconveniences and difficulties incident to crossing the River St. Lawrence at Quebec, during the inclemency of our winter months, has, at various times, occupied public attention.
To surmount this great impediment to an advantageous intercommunication between the opposite shores, and in order to provide for the wants of a rapidly increasing population and commerce, however diverse opinions may have been, as to the way of attaining the object, a periodical Ice Bridge has hitherto been the primary point of consideration to which all efforts have been directed.
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Excerpt from Report of the Select Committee to Whom Was Referred the Subject of the Formation of an Ice Bridge Over the St. Lawrence at Quebec
The occasional loss of life and property, besides the many inconveniences and difficulties incident to crossing the River St. Lawrence at Quebec, during the inclemency of our winter months, has, at various times, occupied public attention.
To surmount this great impediment to an advantageous intercommunication between the opposite shores, and in order to provide for the wants of a rapidly increasing population and commerce, however diverse opinions may have been, as to the way of attaining the object, a periodical Ice Bridge has hitherto been the primary point of consideration to which all efforts have been directed.
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Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book tells the story of efforts in Quebec City during the mid-19th century to build an ice bridge across the Saint Lawrence River, connecting it to Point Levi, to enhance winter commerce and improve transportation between the north and south shores. The book delves into the complex challenges of constructing a bridge that could withstand the harsh winter conditions and the powerful currents of the river, examining the various proposals and engineering ideas put forward by scientists, engineers, and local residents. It sheds light on the political and economic factors that influenced the decision-making process, including concerns about the impact on navigation and the potential benefits to the local economy. Through a comprehensive analysis of historical documents, including letters, reports, and public records, the author provides a rich account of the debates and controversies surrounding this ambitious project, highlighting the determination and ingenuity of those who sought to overcome the formidable obstacles and harness the power of nature for the benefit of their community. 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 9781528414050_0
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