Hearings Before the Committee on Interstate and Foreign Commerce of the House of Representatives on H. R. 15444 (Classic Reprint): Extending the Time for Constructing a Dam Across Rainy River - Couverture souple

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9781528440929: Hearings Before the Committee on Interstate and Foreign Commerce of the House of Representatives on H. R. 15444 (Classic Reprint): Extending the Time for Constructing a Dam Across Rainy River

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A detailed look at how lawmakers examined rainwater rights, public control, and the future of highway-era dam projects across Rainy River.

In 1908, Congress considered extending the timeline for dam construction and debated how navigable waters should be managed for public benefit. This record captures hearings, veto discussions, and expert testimony on permits, competition, and the balance between private development and federal oversight. The material sheds light on the era’s questions about power, navigation, and the public trust in natural resources.

Views on why the government should regulate dam permits and set time limits.
Arguments about whether government charges or licenses are necessary to protect navigation and public interests.
Opinions from engineers and lawmakers on balancing development with conservation and commerce.

Ideal for readers of historical policy debates, constitutional questions about navigation, and early 20th-century U.S. infrastructure planning.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1528440927
ISBN 13: 9781528440929
Reliure: Broch�
Nombre de pages: 159
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. President Theodore Roosevelt vetoed a bill to extend the time for the construction of a dam across the Rainy River, citing concerns over the handling of natural resources and the need for federal oversight of such projects. The author of this book, a representative from Minnesota, argues against these claims in an attempt to convince Congress to reconsider the President's decision. The book explores the history of the dam project, details the work already completed, and presents legal arguments regarding riparian rights and the ownership of navigable waters. The author maintains that the company behind the dam has acted in good faith and that the project will benefit the local economy and improve navigation, while also addressing the President's concerns about federal oversight and public benefit. This book provides valuable insights into the legal and political debates surrounding the development of natural resources and the role of government in regulating such projects. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781528440929_0

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