Station agent duties and tasks

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As Frank noted, in smaller towns, the agent (operator) doubled as
the Railway Express Agent.  In larger towns, REA had their  own
agent.  The railway agent received a commission of 10% of the  express
revenue.  At some stations, the agent's Railway Express  commissions
would equal his railroad compensation.  There was  a "gentlemen's
agreement" however -- he who compiled the complicated end-of-the
month report for REA received the 10%.  Even after trains  handling
express were discontinued, REA continued service with over-the-
road trucks.
                                           Harry Bundy
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