Railroad investigation working papers, 1894-1906.

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Railroad investigation working papers, 1894-1906.

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Working papers of the Railroad Commissioner's office relating to an investigation of railway companies concerning possible violations of Wisconsin laws through discriminatory rates, illegal deductions, and earnings not reported leading to understatement of income and consequent underpayment of taxes.

2.8 c.f. (7 archives boxes)

Wisconsin Historical Society, Newspaper Project

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SNAC Resource ID: 6842193

Wisconsin Historical Society, Newspaper Project

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