In 1890 the Clyde was the shipbuilding centre of the world, even more than it is today, and it is not surprising that the spearhead of opposition to the continuance of obsolete practices was to be found there. When, practically at the last moment, it was decided that something must be done, a group of prominent owners and shipbuilders took the necessary steps to form the British Corporation. The approval of the Government was obtained for the recognition of the new Society and amongst the amendments made to the Load Line Bill was
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