Item #350540 1830, Rainhill Railway Trials. A series of contemporary reports regarding the Rainhill Railway Trials and development of the Liverpool and Manchester Railway. Historical details, construction & costs, preparatory experiments, description of the railway, opening of the railway, the accident (death of Wm. Huskisson), commencement of traffic, performance of the engines, Stephensons' locomotive The Northumbrian, the locomotive carriages of Stephenson, Braithwaite, and Ericsson, further correspondence, commencement of goods carrying, derailment of The Meteor, etc. All contained in a series of 7 disbound issues of the Mechanics' Magazine, September, October, November 1830 & January 1831. BIRTH OF RAIL TRAVEL : THE RAINHILL TRIALS.
1830, Rainhill Railway Trials. A series of contemporary reports regarding the Rainhill Railway Trials and development of the Liverpool and Manchester Railway. Historical details, construction & costs, preparatory experiments, description of the railway, opening of the railway, the accident (death of Wm. Huskisson), commencement of traffic, performance of the engines, Stephensons' locomotive The Northumbrian, the locomotive carriages of Stephenson, Braithwaite, and Ericsson, further correspondence, commencement of goods carrying, derailment of The Meteor, etc. All contained in a series of 7 disbound issues of the Mechanics' Magazine, September, October, November 1830 & January 1831.
1830, Rainhill Railway Trials. A series of contemporary reports regarding the Rainhill Railway Trials and development of the Liverpool and Manchester Railway. Historical details, construction & costs, preparatory experiments, description of the railway, opening of the railway, the accident (death of Wm. Huskisson), commencement of traffic, performance of the engines, Stephensons' locomotive The Northumbrian, the locomotive carriages of Stephenson, Braithwaite, and Ericsson, further correspondence, commencement of goods carrying, derailment of The Meteor, etc. All contained in a series of 7 disbound issues of the Mechanics' Magazine, September, October, November 1830 & January 1831.
1830, Rainhill Railway Trials. A series of contemporary reports regarding the Rainhill Railway Trials and development of the Liverpool and Manchester Railway. Historical details, construction & costs, preparatory experiments, description of the railway, opening of the railway, the accident (death of Wm. Huskisson), commencement of traffic, performance of the engines, Stephensons' locomotive The Northumbrian, the locomotive carriages of Stephenson, Braithwaite, and Ericsson, further correspondence, commencement of goods carrying, derailment of The Meteor, etc. All contained in a series of 7 disbound issues of the Mechanics' Magazine, September, October, November 1830 & January 1831.
1830, Rainhill Railway Trials. A series of contemporary reports regarding the Rainhill Railway Trials and development of the Liverpool and Manchester Railway. Historical details, construction & costs, preparatory experiments, description of the railway, opening of the railway, the accident (death of Wm. Huskisson), commencement of traffic, performance of the engines, Stephensons' locomotive The Northumbrian, the locomotive carriages of Stephenson, Braithwaite, and Ericsson, further correspondence, commencement of goods carrying, derailment of The Meteor, etc. All contained in a series of 7 disbound issues of the Mechanics' Magazine, September, October, November 1830 & January 1831.
1830, Rainhill Railway Trials. A series of contemporary reports regarding the Rainhill Railway Trials and development of the Liverpool and Manchester Railway. Historical details, construction & costs, preparatory experiments, description of the railway, opening of the railway, the accident (death of Wm. Huskisson), commencement of traffic, performance of the engines, Stephensons' locomotive The Northumbrian, the locomotive carriages of Stephenson, Braithwaite, and Ericsson, further correspondence, commencement of goods carrying, derailment of The Meteor, etc. All contained in a series of 7 disbound issues of the Mechanics' Magazine, September, October, November 1830 & January 1831.
1830, Rainhill Railway Trials. A series of contemporary reports regarding the Rainhill Railway Trials and development of the Liverpool and Manchester Railway. Historical details, construction & costs, preparatory experiments, description of the railway, opening of the railway, the accident (death of Wm. Huskisson), commencement of traffic, performance of the engines, Stephensons' locomotive The Northumbrian, the locomotive carriages of Stephenson, Braithwaite, and Ericsson, further correspondence, commencement of goods carrying, derailment of The Meteor, etc. All contained in a series of 7 disbound issues of the Mechanics' Magazine, September, October, November 1830 & January 1831.
1830, Rainhill Railway Trials. A series of contemporary reports regarding the Rainhill Railway Trials and development of the Liverpool and Manchester Railway. Historical details, construction & costs, preparatory experiments, description of the railway, opening of the railway, the accident (death of Wm. Huskisson), commencement of traffic, performance of the engines, Stephensons' locomotive The Northumbrian, the locomotive carriages of Stephenson, Braithwaite, and Ericsson, further correspondence, commencement of goods carrying, derailment of The Meteor, etc. All contained in a series of 7 disbound issues of the Mechanics' Magazine, September, October, November 1830 & January 1831.
1830, Rainhill Railway Trials. A series of contemporary reports regarding the Rainhill Railway Trials and development of the Liverpool and Manchester Railway. Historical details, construction & costs, preparatory experiments, description of the railway, opening of the railway, the accident (death of Wm. Huskisson), commencement of traffic, performance of the engines, Stephensons' locomotive The Northumbrian, the locomotive carriages of Stephenson, Braithwaite, and Ericsson, further correspondence, commencement of goods carrying, derailment of The Meteor, etc. All contained in a series of 7 disbound issues of the Mechanics' Magazine, September, October, November 1830 & January 1831.

1830, Rainhill Railway Trials. A series of contemporary reports regarding the Rainhill Railway Trials and development of the Liverpool and Manchester Railway. Historical details, construction & costs, preparatory experiments, description of the railway, opening of the railway, the accident (death of Wm. Huskisson), commencement of traffic, performance of the engines, Stephensons' locomotive The Northumbrian, the locomotive carriages of Stephenson, Braithwaite, and Ericsson, further correspondence, commencement of goods carrying, derailment of The Meteor, etc. All contained in a series of 7 disbound issues of the Mechanics' Magazine, September, October, November 1830 & January 1831.

London: Knight and Lacey, 1830-31. Card Covers. Very Good Condition. Item #350540

The Rainhill Trials of 1829 were a landmark event in railway history, but the subsequent reports in Mechanics' Magazine from 1830 and 1831 provided deeper insights into the development of the Liverpool and Manchester Railway, including its construction, costs, and early operations. These reports covered ; Preparatory experiments leading up to the railway's full operation ; Detailed descriptions of the railway infrastructure and engineering challenges ; The opening of the railway, including the tragic accident that led to the death of William Huskisson, a prominent politician ; The performance of the engines, including Stephenson's Northumbrian, which played a crucial role in early railway operations ; The locomotive designs by Stephenson, Braithwaite, and Ericsson, showcasing innovations in steam-powered transport ; The commencement of goods transport, marking the railway's transition into commercial use : and incidents such as derailments, including those involving The Meteor and The William the Fourth, highlighting early challenges in railway safety. These reports were invaluable in documenting the early successes and setbacks of railway transport, shaping future developments in locomotive engineering and railway management. The collection consists of the following complete issues: No. 372, Sept 25th (32 pages); No. 373, Oct 2nd (16 pages); No. 375, Oct 16th (16 pages); No. 378, Nov 6th (16 pages); No. 380, Nov 20th (16 pages); No. 384, Dec 18th (16 pages), No. 389, Jan 22nd (16 pages); 1830 & 1831. These seven issues continue the contemporary reporting in this journal of the Rainhill Trials and the development of the Liverpool & Manchester Railway. The Rainhill Trials, held in October 1829, aimed to test George Stephenson's assertion that locomotives would be the best motive power for the nearly completed Liverpool and Manchester Railway. Five locomotives participated, running along a one mile stretch of level track at Rainhill, Lancashire. Stephenson's Rocket was the only locomotive to complete the trials and was declared the winner. Consequently, the directors of the Liverpool and Manchester Railway decided that locomotives should operate services on their new line, awarding George and Robert Stephenson the contract to produce them. The opening ceremony of the Liverpool and Manchester Railway on 15 September 1830 was a significant event, attracting notable figures from the government and industry, including the Prime Minister, the Duke of Wellington. The day began with a procession of eight trains departing from Liverpool for Manchester. The parade was led by Northumbrian, driven by George Stephenson, and included Phoenix, driven by his son Robert; North Star, driven by his brother Robert Sr.; and Rocket, driven by assistant engineer Joseph Locke. Unfortunately, the day was marred by the death of William Huskisson, the Member of Parliament for Liverpool, who was struck and killed by Rocket at Parkside. Genuine, Original, and Packed with Innovation! This weekly magazine isn't just a fragment of history, it's a window into the cutting-edge advancements of the Victorian era! Since 1823, The Mechanics' Magazine has tackled revolutionary topics, from printing presses to vapor baths, hydrostatics, and hydraulics. It dives into breakthrough safety measures, preventing explosive contaminated air, while exploring the mechanics of oxy-hydrogen blowpipes and self-laying rail carriages. Every page crackles with Victorian-era engineering brilliance, capturing the relentless drive for invention that shaped the modern world! This is an exclusive standalone issue, carefully separated from its original volume; authentic, original, and uniquely crafted. It is not a reprint or reproduction but a distinct piece in its own right. Preserved in a modern card cover, prepared for practicality - an unassuming but serviceable presentation that favours function over finery. Size: 13 x 21 cms. Category: Mechanics' Magazine; New Arrivals; Special Interest. This item may require more postage than the rates shown for delivery outside the UK. If extra postage is required we will contact you before processing your order and you will be given the details and option to decline the extra cost.

Keywords: BZDB395 Mechanics' Magazine; New Arrivals; Special Interest. BIRTH OF RAIL TRAVEL : THE RAINHILL TRIALS 1830, Rainhill Railway Trials. A series of contemporary reports regarding the Rainhill Railway Trials and development of the Liverpool and Manches

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