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Finance and Economics Discussion Series: Efficiency of Financial Institutions: International Survey and Directions for Future Research
Berger, H Montague Osteen Jr Professor In Banking And Finance Allen N; Humphrey, David B
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Editorial: The Texas State Historical Association, Austin, Texas, 1987
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Añadir al carritoSoft Cover. Condición: Very Good. Extract. pages [473]-516 of Southwestern Historical Quarterly, side-stapled inside issue covers ---- Inscribed and signed, David, at top of first page ---- Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. B&w illustrations (ilustrador). Inscribed and Signed By the Author.

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Editorial: Hingham, Massachusetts, U.S.A.: Kluwer Academic Pub, 1990
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Finance and Economics Discussion Series: Efficiency of Financial Institutions: International Survey and Directions for Future Research
United States Federal Reserve Board|Berger, Allen N.|Humphrey, David B.
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Condición: New. KlappentextThis paper surveys 130 studies that apply frontier efficiency analysis to financial institutions in 21 countries. The primary goals are to summarize and critically review empirical estimates of financial institution efficiency.

Contemporary Poetry and Prose 9, Spring 1937
Roger Roughton (ed.); St.-John Perse (trans. by A. L. Lloyd), Isadore Ducasse, Dylan Thomas, Francis Scarfe, Alfred Jarry, Efim Zozulya, Arthur Rimbaud (trans. by David Gascoyne), Humphrey Jennings, George Barker, Jack Lindsay, R. B. Fuller (contribs.)
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The Human Tradition in the American Revolution (The Human Tradition in America)
Rhoden, Nancy L. [Editor]; Steele, Ian K. [Editor]; Aron, Stephen [Contributor]; Cashin, Edward J. [Contributor]; Grimsted, David [Contributor]; Hewitt, Gary L. [Contributor]; Hirsch, Alison Duncan [Contributor]; Hoffman, Phillip W. [Contributor]; Humphrey, Thomas J. [Contributor]; Jackson author of Let This Voice Be Heard: Anthony Benezet Father of Atlantic Abolitionism, Maurice [Contributor]; Leung, Michelle [Contributor]; McKenna, Katherine M. J. [Contributor]; Nash, Gary B. [Contributor]; Parmenter, Jon W. [Contributor]; Sainsbury, John [Contributor]; Shy, John [Contributor]; Skemp, Sheila [Contributor]; Vickers, Daniel [Contributor];
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Gleason Grading of Prostate Cancer: A Contemporary Approach
Grignon, David, M.D.; Humphrey, Peter A.; Srigley, John R., M.D.
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Condición: New. Editor(s): Humphrey, David B. Num Pages: 301 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KFFK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 1390. . 1989. Hardback. . . . .

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Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - The U.S. payment system is in the midst of a significant transition. Some of the changes to our payment system, involving its efficiency, the risks inherent in the payment process, and the role of the private and public sectors in the payment mechanism, are the subject of considerable debate and controversy. In recent years, the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond has played an active part in the development and implementation of policies to improve the payment process. The Bank's operations staff has represented the Federal Reserve System in work with the banking industry to help shape and implement programs to increase efficiency and reduce payment risk. Further, our Research Department has made payment system research an important part of its agenda. The mix of practical experience and research has resulted in a unique perspective on payment system issues that led us to organize a symposium on the U.S. payment system, held on May 25-26, 1988, in Williamsburg, Virginia. Reflecting our belief in the importance of combining both practical experience and theory in addressing payment issues, we invited practi tioners, scholars, and policymakers to share their ideas. The symposium provided an opportunity for those researchers who are studying p- xi PREFACE xii ment issues to present their ideas and to have these ideas evaluated by experienced practitioners.…

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Buch. Condición: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - The U.S. payment system is in the midst of a significant transition. Some of the changes to our payment system, involving its efficiency, the risks inherent in the payment process, and the role of the private and public sectors in the payment mechanism, are the subject of considerable debate and controversy. In recent years, the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond has played an active part in the development and implementation of policies to improve the payment process. The Bank's operations staff has represented the Federal Reserve System in work with the banking industry to help shape and implement programs to increase efficiency and reduce payment risk. Further, our Research Department has made payment system research an important part of its agenda. The mix of practical experience and research has resulted in a unique perspective on payment system issues that led us to organize a symposium on the U.S. payment system, held on May 25-26, 1988, in Williamsburg, Virginia. Reflecting our belief in the importance of combining both practical experience and theory in addressing payment issues, we invited practi tioners, scholars, and policymakers to share their ideas. The symposium provided an opportunity for those researchers who are studying p- xi PREFACE xii ment issues to present their ideas and to have these ideas evaluated by experienced practitioners.…

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Paperback. Condición: Brand New. 1990 edition. 320 pages. 9.25x6.10x0.73 inches. In Stock.

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Condición: New. Editor(s): Humphrey, David B. Num Pages: 301 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KFFK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 1390. . 1989. Hardback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.
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Editorial: United States Economic Survey Team to Indonesia., [Washington, D.C.]., 1962
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Añadir al carrito241 + 43pp, appendices, 27 x 20.5cm. Ex library copy with usual stamps and deaccession markings, spiral bound, occasional markings in pen and pencil, paper covers somewhat worn, upper cover little torn with loss, a good reading copy. An analysis of Indonesia's political and economic climate, prepared for President Kennedy following discussions between him and Sukarno in early 1961 regarding American economic aid to Indonesia. …

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Añadir al carritoLeatherBound. Condición: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1888 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. Pages: 138 As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 138 Volume 1868-1888 Language: English.…

Memorial sketch of Hyde Park, Mass., for the first twenty years of its corporate existence : also its industries, statistics, and organizations, together with the anniversary addresses delivered by Rev. Perley B. Davis and Rev. Richard J. Barry 1888 [LeatherBound]
Davis, Perley B,Humphrey, Henry B,Barry, Richard J,Knight, Jos. King,David, Edmund
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Añadir al carritoLeatherBound. Condición: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1888 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. Pages: 156 As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 156 Language: English.…
Editorial: 1943-1991, London, Maidstone, Florence, etc., 1943
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Añadir al carritoFolded as issued. Branson was a student of John Ireland; his works were published by Oxford University Press, Bosworth, and Augener, and recordings of his music appeared on RCA and Columbia. The piano pieces by Branson are The Flung Spray (1942, 7pp., marked up by the printer), and Invocation (1950, 4pp.). …
Más imágenesMemorial sketch of Hyde Park, Mass., for the first twenty years of its corporate existence : also its industries, statistics, and organizations, together with the anniversary addresses delivered by Rev. Perley B. Davis and Rev. Richard J. Barry Volume 1868-1888 1888 [Leather Bound]
Davis, Perley B. n,Humphrey, Henry B. n,Barry, Richard J. n,Knight, Jos. King. n,David, Edmund. n
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Añadir al carritoLeather Bound. Condición: New. Language: eng. Language: eng. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1888. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - eng, Vol:- Volume 1868-1888, Pages:- 138, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. Volume 1868-1888 138 138.…

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Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - ''Memorial Sketch of Hyde Park, Massachusetts: For the First Twenty Years of Its Corporate Existence'' is a historical book written by Jos. King Knight, originally published in 1888. The book provides a detailed account of the early years of Hyde Park, a town located in Norfolk County, Massachusetts. It focuses specifically on the first two decades of the town's corporate existence, from 1868 to 1888. The book begins with a brief history of the area prior to the town's incorporation, including the Native American tribes that once inhabited the region. It then goes on to describe the early settlement and development of the town, including its incorporation and the establishment of its government and institutions. Throughout the book, Knight provides a wealth of information about the town's early residents, businesses, and organizations, including churches, schools, and civic groups. He also includes detailed descriptions of the town's physical features, such as its streets, buildings, and natural landmarks. In addition to its historical content, ''Memorial Sketch of Hyde Park, Massachusetts'' also includes numerous illustrations and photographs of the town and its residents. These images provide a fascinating glimpse into life in Hyde Park during its early years. Overall, this book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of Hyde Park, Massachusetts, or in the early development of towns in New England more generally. Its detailed descriptions and vivid illustrations bring the past to life, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the people, places, and events that shaped this important community.Also Its Industries, Statistics, And Organizations, Together With The Anniversary Addresses, Delivered By Reverend Perley B. Davis, And Reverend Richard J. Barry.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.…

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Condición: New. Dieser Artikel ist ein Print on Demand Artikel und wird nach Ihrer Bestellung fuer Sie gedruckt. KlappentextrnrnThis scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have. …

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Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -The U.S. payment system is in the midst of a significant transition. Some of the changes to our payment system, involving its efficiency, the risks inherent in the payment process, and the role of the private and public sectors in the payment mechanism, are the subject of considerable debate and controversy. In recent years, the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond has played an active part in the development and implementation of policies to improve the payment process. The Bank's operations staff has represented the Federal Reserve System in work with the banking industry to help shape and implement programs to increase efficiency and reduce payment risk. Further, our Research Department has made payment system research an important part of its agenda. The mix of practical experience and research has resulted in a unique perspective on payment system issues that led us to organize a symposium on the U.S. payment system, held on May 25-26, 1988, in Williamsburg, Virginia. Reflecting our belief in the importance of combining both practical experience and theory in addressing payment issues, we invited practi tioners, scholars, and policymakers to share their ideas. The symposium provided an opportunity for those researchers who are studying p- xi PREFACE xii ment issues to present their ideas and to have these ideas evaluated by experienced practitioners. 320 pp. Englisch.…