The lone star state's door to the world
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- Title
- The lone star state's door to the world
- Publication year listed
- 1910
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- Public domain eBook
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The lone star state's door to the world
Author: Finty, Tom Jr., 1867-1929
Year: 1910
This promotional pamphlet explains why the federal government deepened the channel and harbor at the Galveston port; how improvements to the Galveston port reduced ocean rates, port charges, marine insurance, and railroad rates; the benefits of deepening the Galveston port to other states, especially in the West and Southwest; the expansion of wharves and wharf sheds to protect cargo; why Galveston commerce grew 882% as a result of deeper channels and harbors; the adaptability of the Galveston port for future expansion; progress in the construction of the Causeway; the construction of the seawall; and plans for a seaside hotel and resort. 'Originally written for and published in the Galveston-Dallas News.'