Akron and Chicago Junction Railroad
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| Overview | |
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| Locale | Ohio, United States |
| Dates of operation | 1891– |
The Akron & Chicago Junction Railroad was founded in 1825 by General Simon Perkins and Paul Williams. The word "Akron" was derived from a Greek word meaning high.
Canals were instrumental in the founding of Akron, Ohio. Before the canals were completed, some people argued that the town needed a railroad. The railroad opened on August 1, 1891.
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