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| Overview | |
|---|---|
| Locale | Rochester, New York to Syracuse, New York |
| Dates of operation | 1850–1853 |
| Successor | New York Central Railroad |
| Technical | |
| Track gauge | 4 ft 8+1⁄2 in (1,435 mm) standard gauge |
The Rochester and Syracuse Railroad was incorporated on August 1, 1850. The Auburn and Rochester Railroad Company was incorporated May 13, 1836, and opened in August 1841. The Auburn and Syracuse Railroad Company was incorporated May 1, 1834, and opened in June 1838. Both railroads combined on August 1, 1850, and the consolidated company constructed the Direct Railway between Syracuse and Rochester.[1]
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Transcription
New York Central railroad
The rail was consolidated into The New York Central Railroad Company under the act of 1853.[2]
References
- ^ Van Deusen, Mary S. "Rochester and Syracuse Railroad". InterMedia Enterprises, 2003. Retrieved February 10, 2011.
- ^ Agreement. New York Central Railroad, 1853, pg.28. 1879. Retrieved February 13, 2011.
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