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As something of novelty in the history of the proceedings of the Institution attaches to the subject that brings us together this evening, I am sure you will forgive me if I begin with a few words upon the circumstances which have led up to, and the ideas which have crystallised into the foundation of this series of lectures.
During the past century the practice of engineering passed from the rank of a craft to that of a profession, involving studies of a highly scientific character and requiring in its votaries a sense of strict probity commensurate with the magnitude of the interests entrusted to them.
Its rise to this high plane was accompanied by the growth of a prejudice common to all those classes of society whose distinction from the general body of the population has had its origin in superior qualities of mind and character. The attitude of contempt or indifference towards commercial matters on the part of members of the military, clerical, legal and medical professions is too well known to require more than a mere reference in illustration of this feature of society in all ages and in all countries, with the possible exception of those whose attainment of a high rank among the nations has been coincident with the intense industrialism of the past half century.
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As something of novelty in the history of the proceedings of the Institution attaches to the subject that brings us together this evening, I am sure you will forgive me if I begin with a few words upon the circumstances which have led up to, and the ideas which have crystallised into the foundation of this series of lectures.
During the past century the practice of engineering passed from the rank of a craft to that of a profession, involving studies of a highly scientific character and requiring in its votaries a sense of strict probity commensurate with the magnitude of the interests entrusted to them.
Its rise to this high plane was accompanied by the growth of a prejudice common to all those classes of society whose distinction from the general body of the population has had its origin in superior qualities of mind and character. The attitude of contempt or indifference towards commercial matters on the part of members of the military, clerical, legal and medical professions is too well known to require more than a mere reference in illustration of this feature of society in all ages and in all countries, with the possible exception of those whose attainment of a high rank among the nations has been coincident with the intense industrialism of the past half century.
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Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Mr. Frame Thomson, like myself, is an old student; I suppose he began in the same rough and tumble school and had to justify his existence. That he has done abundantly, and he comes now and says that these principles which he has been exercising have stood him in good stead. He says, in effect, "I feel as I go through life I can face my employers with confidence from the fact that I make it a principle to see that my clients get at least 5 percent, on their investment, and not only that, but get a structure which will last as well as design can make it last." Mr. Thomson, original in most things, has, as you know, purchased an annuity, dependent on his life, and the proceeds of this annuity will go to secure good lecturers and enable steps to be taken to make the series of lectures effective during his life. He hopes that after he has gone, some other student will do much the same thing. I must not hinder you any longer, but will ask Mr. Thomson, who has shown an originality and an earnestness in impressing his views on those who are younger than him, to give us his lecture, which, I am sure, we shall all be delighted to hear.
Mr. Frame Thomson: -
Before I commence my lecture I ought, I think, to place in the proper quarter the credit for the originality which Sir James Inglis has attributed to me. My idea was the very simple and old-fashioned one of providing a sum which, not at the exorbitant rate of 5 percent, which some of our friends are accustomed to expect, but at the more moderate rate of 4 percent., would yield the required annual amount; but our Secretary, with that true desire to promote the interests of the Institution which he always has at heart, suggested that it was much more desirable that these foundations should be in the form of life-annuities, because on the termination of the life of the individual founding them there was a gap for someone else to step in and fill, whereas when these things are made permanent those who wish to do something for the Institution find no opportunity of doing it.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. In this book, an experienced civil engineer shares his insights on the significance of considering both technical and commercial elements when designing and executing engineering projects. By investigating the historical evolution of engineering practices, the author highlights the gradual shift from a focus on stability and cost towards an emphasis on growth and sustainability. Throughout the chapters, the author emphasizes the value of adopting a holistic approach that encompasses not only technical expertise but also an understanding of economic principles and financial considerations. By exploring key themes such as adaptability, simplicity, and collaboration, the author provides valuable guidance for engineers looking to navigate the increasingly complex landscape of modern engineering. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781330300015_0
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