This year marks the publication of the 125th edition of The
"Statistical Abstract of the United "States, a fascinating and
authoritative collection of facts and figures covering virtually
every aspect of American life. Published since 1878 by the U.S.
Census Bureau, the "Statistical Abstract "is the official Federal
summary of statistics -- derived from many statistical sources,
both government and private -- on the social, political, and
economic organization of the United States. Businesses, academic
institutions, libraries, and the general public will find this book
to be a rich compendium for statistical reference as well as a
guide to other valuable statistical publications and sources. This
year's "Statistical Abstract "includes 80 new tables covering a
variety of currently relevant topics, including:
- Family planning and medical services
- Asthma incidence among children under 18 years of age
- Public schools with broadband and wireless connections
- State trends in identity theft
- Hazardous waste generated, shipped, and received by state
- Retail gasoline prices by selected areas
- A profile of second-home buyers
This special 125th commemorative edition also includes selected
historical tables at the beginning of each section that highlight
the related data of today -- ideal for high school and college
history and economics classes. These tables cover such topics as:
- Number of alien passengers arriving in the U.S. (1819 to
1870)
- Number of juvenile delinquents (1890 and 1904)
- Apportionment of congressional representation (1790 to
1900)
- Number of pension claims filed and allowed each year(1861)
- Imports and exports of merchandise into and out of Alaska (1879
to 1905).
The "Statistical" "Abstract" is everyone's one stop-shopping source
for statistical information on all aspects of American life --
direct from the U.S. Government.
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