ISBN: 9780243147373 - federal operation of transportation systems: extracts from hearings before the committee on interstate and foreign commerce of the house of ... r. 8172; january 29, 1918 (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

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PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book uncovers the rampant financial misconduct and illegal practices that plagued American railroad companies in the early 20th century. Through the detailed examination of four major railway systems, the author reveals a web of corruption that involved extravagant speculations, political manipulation, and the secret burning of company records to conceal fraudulent activities. The book explores the personal liability of railway directors and the failure of corporate governance, highlighting the need for stricter laws and regulations. By exposing the depths of corporate malfeasance, this book underscores the importance of transparency and accountability in the railroad industry, contributing to a broader understanding of the historical context of corporate responsibility and the ongoing fight against financial misconduct. 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.…