The History Of The Government Of Denver: With Special Reference To Its Relations With Public Service Corporations (1911) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165116249)

The History Of The Government Of Denver: With Special Reference To Its Relations With Public Service Corporations (1911) is a book written by Clyde Lyndon King that provides a comprehensive account of the development of the government of Denver, Colorado, and its relationship with public service corporations. The book covers the period from the city's founding in the mid-19th century to the early 20th century, and examines the various political, economic, and social factors that influenced the city's growth and development. King's work is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of the city's history. The first chapter provides an overview of the early years of Denver, including its founding, early settlement, and incorporation as a city. The second chapter examines the city's political system, including its mayors, city council, and other key officials. The third chapter focuses on the city's relationship with public service corporations, including its dealings with utilities, transportation companies, and other essential services. King examines the various controversies and conflicts that arose between the city and these corporations, and how they were resolved. The fourth chapter explores the city's economic development, including its growth as a center of mining, agriculture, and manufacturing. The fifth chapter examines the city's social and cultural development, including its educational institutions, religious organizations, and other community groups. Overall, The History Of The Government Of Denver provides a detailed and informative account of the city's development, and sheds light on the complex relationship between government and private enterprise in the early 20th century. It is a valuable resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of Denver and the American West.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.

Author: Clyde Lyndon King
ISBN-10: 1165116243
ISBN-13: 9781165116249
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 342
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.01lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.71d