Thomas Nern: Der preußische Landrat als wirtschaftspolitischer Faktor:

Eine Fallstudie zum Kreis Westhavelland 1893–1907

This contribution examines the constituency of Westhavelland (Berlin area) between 1893 and 1907 and especially the development of its businesses. Reports of local political leaders analysed the situation of the industry. They present the possibility of evaluating the position of the industry and their regional as well as international significance in that timeframe. The study shows that the local politicians mostly served the needs of the local enterprises whereas interests of other groups were only of minor interest to them. The local economic policy was constantly adapted to the changing situation. Growing markets under the guidance of the local District Administrators (in German: “Landräte”) could often be reinforced on a national level whereas disadvantageous economic developments could be readjusted. The relative independence of the local politicians enabled “systemic learning” which had its own repercussions on West-Prussian business policy. Unfavourable developments could furthermore be readjusted by renouncing on economic subsidies.

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