Investigation of So-Called Shipping Combine Volumes 1-11

<p>This comprehensive collection Investigation of So-Called Shipping Combine Volumes 1-11 presents a detailed examination conducted by the United States Congress House Committee on Merchant Marine and Fisheries in 1913. The investigation delves into the operations and potential monopolistic practices of shipping combines offering invaluable insights into the maritime industry of the early 20th century.</p> <p>These volumes provide a rich resource for researchers historians and legal scholars interested in understanding the complexities of maritime law transportation economics and the role of government oversight in regulating industry. The primary source material captures a pivotal moment in the evolution of shipping regulations and business practices. The depth and breadth of the Congressional inquiry make it an essential reference for anyone studying the history of American maritime commerce and the challenges of maintaining fair competition in the shipping industry.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>