A sharp, firsthand defense of American governance in the Philippines, arguing that expenditures were economical and well‑managed.
This book presents arguments countering charges of waste and extravagance, showing how funds were allocated for schools, roads, and public works while respecting law and fiscal safeguards. It offers a detailed look at the financial mechanics, budgets, and decisions that shaped the Insular administration.
- See how the authorities frame expenditures and revenues, including how public works were funded and distributed.
- Understand the defense against charges of waste, with references to per‑capita spending and comparative figures.
- Learn about legal opinions and legislative actions that guided fiscal policy in the islands.
- Review statistical material on internal revenue, infrastructure, and social progress cited in Appendix materials.
Ideal for readers of early 20th‑century policy debates and American‑era governance.