Nashville�s 150-year public transportation heritage is a rich and colorful one that began in 1866 when two private companies; the McGavock and Mount Vernon Horse Railroad Company and the South Nashville Street Railroad Company; commenced operation. The first cars were mule powered. During the 1880s; as streetcar routes became longer and too strenuous for animal power; steam dummy lines were introduced. On April 30; 1889; Nashville became one of the earliest cities served by electric street railways; developing a 70-mile system by 1915. In addition to its advanced streetcar system; Nashville was also served by two interurban railway systems. Over time; improved roads and affordable cars caused ridership on public transportation to drop rapidly. By February 1941; buses had replaced the last of the city�s aging streetcars. The traction era had come to an end.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Fascinating story with many life lessonsBy Bill OHanlonI didnt know that much about Bill Anderson before I heard an interview with him on the podcast SongCraft and got this book soon thereafter. He has had (and is still having) an interesting life and career as a songwriter and entertainer. He is open and there are many live lessons to be gained from his story.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. TN GirlBy CustomerThis was an anniversary gift to my husband; he has almost finished reading it and I am next!! Being from TN and knowing many of these musicians makes the book fun to read.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy MaryJaneInformation that I would only get in this book
