This article lists events related to
rail transport that occurred in 1908.
Events
January events
January 28 – Florida's Railroad Commissioners adopt rule number 12 of the state's general operating rules for railroads within the state; the rule mandates that railroad companies are required to immediately report by telegram any
train wreck within the state beyond a simple
derailment that involves injury or death to any person and follow up the telegram within five days with a full written report.[1]
This article lists events related to
rail transport that occurred in 1908.
Events
January events
January 28 – Florida's Railroad Commissioners adopt rule number 12 of the state's general operating rules for railroads within the state; the rule mandates that railroad companies are required to immediately report by telegram any
train wreck within the state beyond a simple
derailment that involves injury or death to any person and follow up the telegram within five days with a full written report.[1]