Publisher's Synopsis
Report To Samuel H. Ashbridge, Mayor Of The City Of Philadelphia, On The Extension And Improvement Of The Water Supply Of The City Of Philadelphia (1899) is a detailed report written by Rudolph Hering. The report is addressed to Samuel H. Ashbridge, who was the mayor of Philadelphia at the time. The report provides a comprehensive analysis of the water supply system of the city of Philadelphia and offers recommendations for its extension and improvement.The report is divided into several chapters and covers a wide range of topics related to the water supply system. The first chapter provides an overview of the history of the water supply system in Philadelphia and the challenges faced by the city in meeting the growing demand for water. The subsequent chapters delve into the technical aspects of the water supply system, including the sources of water, the treatment processes, and the distribution network.The report also discusses the financial and legal aspects of the water supply system, including the funding sources and the legal framework governing the system. The report concludes with a set of recommendations for the extension and improvement of the water supply system, which include the construction of new reservoirs, the installation of new pumping stations, and the expansion of the distribution network.Overall, Report To Samuel H. Ashbridge, Mayor Of The City Of Philadelphia, On The Extension And Improvement Of The Water Supply Of The City Of Philadelphia (1899) is a comprehensive and informative report that provides a detailed analysis of the water supply system of Philadelphia and offers valuable recommendations for its improvement.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.