The Spring Valley Purchase: Facts, Figures, Arguments (1921)

By Spring Valley Campaign Committee

Book Overview

The Spring Valley Purchase: Facts, Figures, Arguments is a book written by the Spring Valley Campaign Committee in 1921. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the Spring Valley Purchase, which was a controversial land acquisition by the San Francisco Water Department. The acquisition involved the purchase of a large tract of land in Spring Valley, California, which was intended to be used for the construction of a reservoir to supply water to the city of San Francisco.The book presents a detailed account of the history of the Spring Valley Purchase, including the negotiations between the San Francisco Water Department and the landowners, the legal battles that ensued, and the eventual acquisition of the land. The authors provide a wealth of data and figures to support their arguments, including maps, charts, and graphs.The book also includes a discussion of the arguments for and against the Spring Valley Purchase. The authors present a number of reasons why the acquisition was necessary, including the need for a reliable water supply for the growing city of San Francisco. They also address the concerns of opponents of the purchase, including the impact on the environment and the displacement of local residents.Overall, The Spring Valley Purchase: Facts, Figures, Arguments is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of land acquisition and water management in California. It provides a detailed account of a significant event in the state's history and offers insights into the complex issues surrounding land use and environmental policy.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104330660
• ISBN13: 9781104330668
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 36 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"