Seventeen Talks on the Banking Question by Charles N. Fowler

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Author Fowler, Charles N. (Charles Newell), 1852-1932
LoC No. 13004176
Title Seventeen Talks on the Banking Question
Between Uncle Sam and Mr. Farmer, Mr. Banker, Mr. Lawyer, Mr. Laboringman, Mr. Merchant, Mr. Manufacturer
Alternate Title 17 Talks on the Banking Question
Note Reading ease score: 60.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents The standard of value -- What is money? -- What is currency? -- Bank credit currency -- What is exchange? -- Value, price, wealth, property, credit -- Commercial credit, land credit, government credit -- Colonial credit money -- United States Notes or greenbacks -- Reserves -- The bank -- Land Credit Bank -- The Clearing House -- Banking in 1860 -- Outline of bill -- Draft of bill -- Aldrich plan and plot exposed.
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Summary "Seventeen Talks on the Banking Question" by Charles N. Fowler is a structured discourse on financial systems written in the early 20th century. The book takes the form of dialogues between Uncle Sam and representatives from various sectors, including agriculture, law, banking, labor, and commerce, as they explore the intricacies of the American banking and monetary systems and work towards a consensus on a reform. Each conversation builds on foundational concepts related to value, currency, and banking, ultimately aiming to establish a more efficient and equitable financial framework for the United States. The opening of the book introduces the premise of weekly discussions led by Uncle Sam, who invites diverse representatives to tackle the complexities of the banking system. They begin by addressing fundamental concepts such as the standard of value, the nature of money, and its evolution through history. The dialogue sets a cooperative tone as the characters express the need for frank and open communication to address the vital issues facing the nation's economy, progressively leading towards a well-rounded reform proposal. Insights from their talks trace the development of financial instruments over centuries while emphasizing the importance of a stable and trustworthy currency, which serves as a central focus throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class HG: Social sciences: Finance
Subject Currency question -- United States
Subject Banks and banking -- United States
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EBook-No. 60029
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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