Letters from an Old Railway Official to His Son, a Division Superintendent by Hine

"Letters from an Old Railway Official to His Son, a Division Superintendent" by Charles Delano Hine is an instructional guide written in the early 20th century. The text comprises a series of letters from a seasoned railway official to his son, who has recently been appointed as a division superintendent. The letters provide practical advice on railway administration, operational efficiency, and leadership within the context of the railway industry. The opening of the work begins with a heartfelt letter of congratulation from the father to his son, reflecting on the pride and responsibilities that come with the new position. The father emphasizes the importance of personal connections with employees and effective communication, offering pragmatic tips for handling various administrative challenges, such as telegram usage and maintaining safety standards in train operations. As the father shares his wisdom, he not only celebrates his son’s achievements but also prepares him for the complexities of his newfound role in managing a vital transportation system. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Hine, Charles De Lano, 1867-1927
LoC No. 04033597
Title Letters from an Old Railway Official to His Son, a Division Superintendent
Credits Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
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Reading Level Reading ease score: 68.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class HE: Social sciences: Transportation and communications
Subject Railroads -- Management
Category Text
eBook-No. 44853
Release Date
Last Update Oct 24, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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