NP, RSTD 1/29A/1862

From the Raleigh Standard
 
January 29, 1862
 
North Carolina Railroad
   We observe that much complaint exists, especially on the western end of this Road, in regard to its management. The warehouses are blockaded up with freight, and local freights are rejected at many of the depots. We know nothing of the grounds of these complaints except from the papers. If they are real, why do not the Directors look into them and apply the remedy? The people are deeply interested in the proper and efficient management of this Road, and we regret to hear these complaints. We hope that those who carp and complain, have looked into the facts. The Road has been seriously burdened for nearly twelve months. It has done an incredible amount of work, and much of its machinery has been run down. The Directors owe it to themselves and the public, to remove all real and just causes of complaint if any exist, against this important Road; but at a time like this, it is impossible to meet fully the wishes of every citizen.

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