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My experience in the fire insurance business has so far covered a period of about half a century, as I commenced on the 9th day of February, 1857, as an office boy in the fire in surance agency of Samuel E. Mack Co., at 37 West Third street, Cincinnati, Ohio. The partners in that firm at the time consisted, besides Mr. Mack, of Joseph Van Bergen and D. G. Evans. Mr. Van Bergen was succeeded by Wm. L. Evans soon afterwards. Mr. Mack was at that time western special agent for the Home Insurance Company of New York and occupied very confidential and intimate rela tions with that company. The officers of the company were then: Charles J. Martin, president; Colonel A. F. Wilmarth, vice president, and John mcgee, secretary. Colonel Wilmarth was a very genial man and very popular with the fraternity. He was a great story teller and his stories were told when ever he was present at a gathering of insurance men. Samuel E. Mack Co. Were also agents for several other companies. The commissions paid agents at that time, as I remember, were 8 per cent flat, with 12 per cent contingent, or 10 per cent flat and no contingent.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. Step back in time and immerse yourself in the fascinating world of 19th-century fire insurance through the captivating lens of one man's personal journey. This book chronicles the author's remarkable fifty-year career, offering a unique glimpse into the industry's evolution during a period of immense social and technological change. Beginning with his humble start as an office boy in Cincinnati, the author paints a vivid picture of the competitive landscape, the colorful personalities, and the daily practices of the fire insurance business. He then takes us on a compelling detour, recounting his experiences as a young officer in the United States Navy during the Civil War. Patrolling the Mississippi River on a gunboat, he witnessed firsthand the conflict's impact on the nation's heartland and the crucial role played by these vessels in securing vital waterways. Woven throughout are insightful reflections on the challenges and triumphs of navigating both the business and military worlds, offering timeless lessons on leadership, resilience, and adaptability. The author's keen observations and engaging anecdotes provide a window into a bygone era, illuminating not only the intricacies of fire insurance but also the broader historical context of a nation at war with itself. Ultimately, this book offers more than just a personal narrative. It captures the spirit of a transformative age, leaving readers with a deeper understanding of the fire insurance industry's past and its enduring impact on the present. 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. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780243007189_0
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