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The Industrial Age: The Rise of Society & Culture in Cleveland, Ohio
During the Industrial Age, improved living conditions caused the populations of metropolitian areas to boom as never before. This rapid growth prompted newspaper editor Horace Greeley to comment that, "We cannot all live in cities, yet nearly all seem determined to do so." Cleveland, Ohio is a shining example of how industry sparked a development of society and culture from 1870-1940.
The Industrial Age: The Rise of Society & Culture in Cleveland, Ohio
During the Industrial Age, improved living conditions caused the populations of metropolitian areas to boom as never before. This rapid growth prompted newspaper editor Horace Greeley to comment that, "We cannot all live in cities, yet nearly all seem determined to do so." Cleveland, Ohio is a shining example of how industry sparked a development of society and culture from 1870-1940.
Coal to Culture: Functions of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park Railroad
The Cuyahoga Valley National Park Railroad began transporting freight and passengers from Canton to Cleveland in 1880. Approximately 1 million tons of freight was moved via the railroad every year.
Although the railroad has struggled to stay in existence, today the train still runs a route in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park that is used for leisure and education.
The scenic railroad offers various excursions and events for adults and children to enjoy the natural beauty of the park. The Railroad also offers numerous educational programs for schools.
Questions arise as to the purpose of the railroad and its lack of use to carry passengers and freight from Canton to Cleveland. Our society expects products and technology on demand.
Coal to Culture: Functions of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park Railroad
The Cuyahoga Valley National Park Railroad began transporting freight and passengers from Canton to Cleveland in 1880. Approximately 1 million tons of freight was moved via the railroad every year.
Although the railroad has struggled to stay in existence, today the train still runs a route in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park that is used for leisure and education.
The scenic railroad offers various excursions and events for adults and children to enjoy the natural beauty of the park. The Railroad also offers numerous educational programs for schools.
Questions arise as to the purpose of the railroad and its lack of use to carry passengers and freight from Canton to Cleveland. Our society expects products and technology on demand.