Publisher's Synopsis
""The Free Harbor Contest at Los Angeles"" is a historical account of the efforts made by the people of Southern California to establish a free harbor at Los Angeles. Written by Charles Dwight Willard and originally published in 1899, the book chronicles the long and arduous fight waged by the citizens of the region against powerful interests that sought to control the harbor for their own financial gain. The book covers the period from the 1870s to the late 1890s, during which time the people of Southern California worked tirelessly to secure a harbor that would be open to all, regardless of their economic status or political connections. Willard's book provides a detailed and fascinating look at the political and economic forces at work in Southern California during this pivotal period in its history, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the region's past.An Account Of The Long Fight Waged By The People Of Southern California To Secure A Harbor Located At A Point Open To Competition.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.
