Bücher von Committee On Commerce

The book ""Involuntary Servitude Imposed Upon Seamen"" is a synopsis of a hearing that took place before a subcommittee of the Committee on Commerce in the United States Senate in 1913. The hearing focused on the issue of forced labor and mistreatment of seamen on American ships. The book provides a detailed account of the testimonies given by various witnesses, including seamen, ship owners, and labor advocates. The hearing aimed to address the concerns raised by the seamen and to propose solutions to improve their working conditions. The book sheds light on the harsh realities of life at sea for seamen in the early 20th century and highlights the need for better labor laws to protect their rights. It is a valuable historical document that offers insights into the struggles of seamen and the efforts made to improve their lives.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

River Regulation, Flood Control, And Water Conservation And Utilization: Hearings Before The Committee On Commerce, United States Senate, Sixty-Fourth Congress, Second Session (1917) is a collection of transcripts of hearings held by the Committee on Commerce of the United States Senate. The hearings focused on issues related to river regulation, flood control, and water conservation and utilization. The book provides a detailed account of the arguments and discussions presented by various experts and stakeholders during the hearings. The topics covered in the book include the impact of river regulation on navigation, the need for flood control measures, the role of dams in water conservation and utilization, and the legal and regulatory framework for managing water resources. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of water management in the United States and the development of policies related to river regulation, flood control, and water conservation and utilization.On H. R. 14777, An Act To Provide For The Control Of The Floods Of The Mississippi River And Of The Sacramento River, California, And For Other Purposes; And S. 5736, A Bill To Promote Interstate Commerce, Agriculture, And The General Welfare By Providing For The Development And Control Of Waterways And Water Resources For Water Conservation, For Flood Control, Prevention, And Protection, Etc. Together With Hearings, Reports, And Documents Of Preceding Congresses.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.