Publication Date
1986
Abstract
In January, 1900, Henry I'Anson applied, successfully, for the position of accountant at a rubber plantation in Bolivia. He and his wife journeyed there by steamship, steam launch, and canoe, to find a less than hospitable welcome. I'Anson's professionalism was offended by the condition of the plantation's accounts, and he was disconcerted by the prices he was charged for food. He complained, was insulted, threatened, and, finally, he and his wife were obliged to return to England. There, he found that he had been dismissed. This article is based wholly on his undated statement made in connection with a lawsuit he took out against his former employers.
Recommended Citation
Freear, John
(1986)
"Accountant in the Bolivian jungle,"
Accounting Historians Journal: Vol. 13:
Iss.
2, Article 13.
Available at:
https://egrove.olemiss.edu/aah_journal/vol13/iss2/13