Maturing Economy

Poet who created "Little Boy Blue"

This railroad met all of its construction deadlines.

Politician who narrowly lost the nomination to run for President.

Why was the Pony Express stationed where it was?

Which railroad was purchased by the Atlantic and Pacific Railroad?

This perosn created a heavy piano, fast tempo style of music known as Ragtime.

This railroad connected the Iowa border with Kansas City and St. Joseph.

Butterfield’s opposition that claimed they could get mail to California faster.

Famous writer known for his quotes.

Which of these is NOT a reason most railroads defaulted by 1860?

This famous Missourian angered people with his political paintings.

Boat salvager turned bridge architect.

Only railroad to make progress during the Civil War.

This person was a bushwacker during the war.