Publisher's Synopsis
The Financial History of New York State: From 1789 to 1912 is a historical account written by Don Conger Sowers and published in 1914. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the financial development of New York State during the period between the adoption of the United States Constitution in 1789 and the year 1912. The author begins by tracing the early financial history of the state, including the establishment of banks and the development of the state's financial infrastructure. He then delves into the economic and financial challenges faced by the state during the 19th century, including the Panic of 1837 and the Civil War.The book also explores the growth of the state's financial institutions, including the New York Stock Exchange and the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. The author details the role of these institutions in the state's economic growth and their impact on the national and international financial landscape.Throughout the book, Sowers provides a wealth of data and statistics to support his analysis, including information on the state's budget, debt, and taxation policies. He also examines the impact of political and social factors on the state's financial history, including the influence of political parties and the rise of labor unions.Overall, The Financial History of New York State is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the economic and financial development of the state and its impact on the broader national and international financial landscape.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.
