ABSTRACT
The recruitment of labour is a subject on which various conflicting opinions exist, and about which many prejudiced and ignorant misstatements have been made. The various forms of recruiting fall into three groups: government organization; associations of employers; and private agents. The chapter examines the nature of each of these. It is certain that a well-planned official organization, managed by reputable persons under responsible auspices and without pecuniary interests in results, will enable the ordinary abuses to be eliminated to a great extent. From the employer's point of view, it should eliminate much wasteful competition and offer its services at a fair rate, while it will be honest and reliable in its dealings. The recruiter may have honestly believed that he was sending the men to excellent employment; they will nevertheless consider him entirely responsible for their disappointment.
