The book ""History of the Pennsylvania Railroad Department of the Young Men's Christian Association of Philadelphia"" written by William Bender Wilson was published in 1911. This book provides a detailed account of the establishment and growth of the Pennsylvania Railroad Department of the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) in Philadelphia. The author, who was the former secretary of the department, has provided a comprehensive history of the organization from its inception in 1872 to its current state in 1911.The ...
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The book ""History of the Pennsylvania Railroad Department of the Young Men's Christian Association of Philadelphia"" written by William Bender Wilson was published in 1911. This book provides a detailed account of the establishment and growth of the Pennsylvania Railroad Department of the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) in Philadelphia. The author, who was the former secretary of the department, has provided a comprehensive history of the organization from its inception in 1872 to its current state in 1911.The book provides an insight into the role of the YMCA in the lives of railroad employees during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It describes the challenges faced by railroad workers during this period, including long hours, low pay, and dangerous working conditions. The YMCA played a crucial role in providing support and resources to these workers, including housing, education, and recreation.The book also highlights the contributions of prominent individuals who played a significant role in the development of the Pennsylvania Railroad Department of the YMCA. It includes biographical sketches of these individuals, including their achievements and contributions to the organization.Overall, ""History of the Pennsylvania Railroad Department of the Young Men's Christian Association of Philadelphia"" is an informative and well-researched book that provides a detailed account of the history of the Pennsylvania Railroad Department of the YMCA in Philadelphia. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the YMCA or the railroad industry during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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