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The railroad of the Wilkes-Barre and Scranton Railway Company, herein called the Wilkes-Barre and Scranton, is a standard-gauge line extending in a northeasterly direction from Minooka Junction to Scranton, Pa., 4.254 miles.

CORPORATE HISTORY

The Wilkes-Barre and Scranton was incorporated September 8, 1886, under the general laws of Pennsylvania for the purpose of constructing a railroad between Pittston and Scranton, Pa. Its organization was perfected October 2, 1886.

DEVELOPMENT OF FIXED PHYSICAL PROPERTY

The Wilkes-Barre and Scranton commenced the construction of its road in September, 1886, and in May, 1888, it was completed and placed in operation.

HISTORY OF CORPORATE FINANCING