The Speaker of the House of Representatives Since 1896

Traces the genesis and character of the office of the Speaker of the House of Representatives. Looks at the power, influence, and duty in relation to legislation and appraises its place as a political leader in the American system of government. Preface Table of Contents Chapter I: The Speaker and His Office Chapter II: The Speaker and the Committee System Chapter III: The Committee on Rules Chapter IV: Power Through Recognition Chapter V: Power Over Suspension of Rules Chapter VI: Calendar Wednesday Chapter VII: The Discharge Calendar Chapter IX: The Speaker and Leadership in the House Bibliography