Publisher's Synopsis
The Purpose and Origin of the Proposed Banking Legislation: Three Addresses is a book written by Abram Piatt Andrew in 1911. The book is a collection of three speeches delivered by Andrew, who was then the Assistant Secretary of the Treasury under President William Howard Taft. The speeches were given to the American Bankers Association, the National Monetary Commission, and the New York State Bankers Association.In these speeches, Andrew discusses the proposed banking legislation that was being considered at the time. He explains the purpose of the legislation, which was to create a more stable banking system in the United States. He also discusses the origins of the proposed legislation and the problems that the current banking system was facing.Andrew argues that the proposed legislation would create a more efficient and stable banking system by establishing a central bank that would regulate the flow of money and credit in the economy. He also explains how the proposed legislation would protect consumers and prevent bank failures.Overall, The Purpose and Origin of the Proposed Banking Legislation: Three Addresses provides a detailed analysis of the proposed banking legislation and its potential impact on the American economy. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of banking in the United States and the development of financial regulation.Contains What America Can Learn From European Banking; The Essentially American Sources Of The Proposed Banking Legislation; The Relation Of The National Reserve Association To The Treasury.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.
