ABSTRACT

This book, first published in 1988, analyses the early development of the US public accounting profession. It gathers in one place writings – contemporary accounts, recollections and historical studies – that portray the early decades of the profession. It is a key book for students of the early development of the US accounting profession.

part

The Profession

chapter |20 pages

The Journal of Accountancy

Organization of the Profession in Pennsylvania *

chapter Chapter 1|8 pages

Chicago in 1891 and Prior

chapter Chapter 2|7 pages

Book-keeping and Accounting Methods in 1891

chapter Chapter 12|10 pages

The Northwestern University School of Commerce

chapter Chapter One|16 pages

Heritage of the American Accounting Profession

chapter Chapter 4|17 pages

The First “National” Association

chapter Chapter 7|14 pages

Education and CPA Standards

chapter |6 pages

Early Developments in American Auditing

The Accounting Review

part |52 pages

Education and Examination