Consumers' Cooperative Societies In New York State is a comprehensive book written by The Consumers' League. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the history, structure, and operations of consumers' cooperative societies in New York State. The Consumers' League is a non-profit organization that advocates for the rights and welfare of consumers, particularly women and low-wage workers.The book begins by providing a historical overview of the cooperative movement in the United States and New York State. It then delves into the structure and governance of consumers' cooperatives, including their membership, board of directors, and management. The book also examines the various types of cooperatives, such as food, housing, and credit unions, and how they operate.The Consumers' League also explores the benefits of consumers' cooperatives, including their ability to provide high-quality products and services at affordable prices, their democratic governance structure, and their social and environmental impact. The book also discusses the challenges faced by consumers' cooperatives, such as competition from large corporations and the need for capital investment.Overall, Consumers' Cooperative Societies In New York State is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about the cooperative movement and its impact on consumers and communities. It provides a detailed analysis of the history, structure, and operations of consumers' cooperatives in New York State, as well as their benefits and challenges. The book is written in accessible language and is suitable for both scholars and general readers.In starting a cooperative enterprise two things must be considered: first, the kind of business to go into and, second, the method of organization. Any group desiring to engage in a cooperative venture should first of all, through a committee and by consultation with experts, determine what type of enterprise will serve them most effectively. Where competition is unusually keen and profit margins are low, cooperation is less likely to be of service than where the opposite is the case.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.