""Address to the Chicago Commercial Club"" is a speech given by Howard Elliott in 1919 to the members of the Chicago Commercial Club. Elliott was a prominent businessman and railroad executive who served as the president of the New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad Company. In his speech, he discusses the importance of transportation and its impact on the economy. He argues that the development of transportation infrastructure, particularly railroads, is essential for economic growth and prosperity. Elliott also discusses the challenges facing the transportation industry, including competition from other modes of transportation and the need for government support. The speech provides valuable insights into the history of transportation in the United States and the role of business leaders in shaping economic policy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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