This is an OCR edition without illustrations or index. It may have numerous typos or missing text. However, purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original rare book from GeneralBooksClub.com. You can also preview excerpts from the book there. Purchasers are also entitled to a free trial membership in the General Books Club where they can select from more than a million books without charge. Original Published by: Little, Brown, and company in 1896 in 764 pages; Subjects: Carriers; Business & Economics / Industries / Transportation; Law / General; Law / Maritime; Transportation / General;