Publisher's Synopsis
The Consolidated Stock Exchange of New York: Its History, Organization, Machinery and Methods is a book written by Samuel Armstrong Nelson in 1907. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Consolidated Stock Exchange of New York, covering its history, organization, machinery, and methods. The author delves into the origins of the exchange, tracing its evolution from its inception in 1865 to the time of writing. The book also explores the organizational structure of the exchange, including its governing body, committees, and membership requirements. Nelson provides a detailed description of the machinery and technology used by the exchange, including its telegraph and telephone systems, ticker tape machines, and other equipment. The author also discusses the methods used by the exchange to conduct business, including the trading of stocks and bonds, the settlement of trades, and the regulation of member conduct. Overall, The Consolidated Stock Exchange of New York: Its History, Organization, Machinery and Methods provides a fascinating glimpse into the workings of one of the most important financial institutions in the United States at the turn of the 20th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of finance or the development of the American economy.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.
