The book "The Nation's Need for Larger Railroad Yards and Terminals: An Address Delivered at the Annual Dinner of the Railroad Business Association, New York City, December 19, 1912" is by James Jerome Hill, a noted American railroad magnate and philanthropist. In his speech, the author addresses the current topic of the development of railway transport and calls for increased efforts to provide the country with efficient railway networks and modern terminals. In addition, Hill considers important aspects of the impact of transport development on the economic development of the country and emphasizes the need for strategic investment in this sector. This book is a valuable resource for understanding the history of rail transportation in the United States in the early 20th century.