Postal Telegraphs (1890)

By Norvin Green

Book Overview

Postal Telegraphs is a book written by Norvin Green, originally published in 1890. The book provides an in-depth look into the development and history of the telegraph industry in the United States during the 19th century. Green, who was the president of the Western Union Telegraph Company, draws on his extensive experience in the industry to provide a detailed account of the evolution of telegraph technology and its impact on American society.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific aspect of the telegraph industry. The first chapter provides an overview of the early history of the telegraph, including the development of Morse code and the first telegraph lines. Subsequent chapters explore the growth of the industry, the role of the government in regulating telegraph communication, and the challenges faced by telegraph companies in expanding their networks across the country.Throughout the book, Green provides insights into the business side of the telegraph industry, including the financial challenges faced by telegraph companies and the strategies they used to overcome them. He also discusses the role of telegraph operators and the training they received, as well as the impact of telegraph communication on journalism and the spread of news.Overall, Postal Telegraphs is a comprehensive and informative account of the development of the telegraph industry in the United States. It provides readers with a detailed understanding of the technology, business, and social aspects of this important communication system, and sheds light on the ways in which it shaped American society during the 19th century.Also Contains A Review Of An Argument In Support Of The Limited Post And Telegraph.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120679893
• ISBN13: 9781120679895
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 114 Pages
• Weight: 0.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"