{"product_id":"bakersfield-ca-a-history-of-public-transit-services-paperback","title":"Bakersfield, CA: A History of Public Transit Services - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eRobert W. Blymyer\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDelve into this documented evolution of Bakersfield's public transportation-from the humble horse-drawn railways of the late 19th century to the advanced hydrogen-fueled coaches traversing its streets today. This volume offers trolley aficionados and local-history enthusiasts an in-depth look at the city's storied transit systems, including early electric streetcars, privately operated jitneys, and the eventual rise of bus-based operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrawing upon rare photographs, original timetables, and archival records, Bakersfield CA: A History of Public Transit Services chronicles the growth of the Bakersfield \u0026amp; Kern Electric Railway, the municipal takeover, and the formation of Golden Empire Transit. Along the way, it highlights the pivotal figures, technological breakthroughs, and community dynamics that shaped this ever-evolving network.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRich in historical detail and illustrated with period images, this book is both a testament to Bakersfield's resilience and an invaluable resource for railfans seeking insights into one of California's lesser-known yet fascinating transit histories. Whether you're researching streetcar line expansions or curious about modern bus innovations, you'll find a wealth of information and compelling stories in these pages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.16 x 10 x 7 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 12, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48821280276729,"sku":"9798349379499","price":25.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/2782\/3097\/files\/rnySibQkPn9798349379499.webp?v=1786779311","url":"https:\/\/bookscloud.io\/products\/bakersfield-ca-a-history-of-public-transit-services-paperback","provider":"BooksCloud Book Dropshipping","version":"1.0","type":"link"}