Hector Martinez and Co. v. Southern Pacific Transportation Co., 606 F.2d 106 (1979): Case Brief Summary

THIS DAY IN HISTORY: 140 years ago today, Monroe finally became an integral part of the network of railroads in Georgia. On page 100 of "Wayfarers In Walton," Anita Sams tells us: "On March 11, 1884, the Walton Railroad Company [Tracks from Monroe to Social Circle ]was purchased by the Gainesville, Jefferson, and Southern Railroad Company [this would eventually become the Gainesville-Midland]. Their branch from Belmont to Hoschton was extended 26 miles to Monroe, and the 54-mile stretch from Ga