Industrial Problems, Coöperation: Switzerland. Geneva. Distributive Society: Coöperative Societies, Switzerland: Distributive Society, Geneva. Third largest society. 20 branch stores. Members can hold 1 share only; on joining must contribute to the reserve fund. Open to non-members also, who receive no share of the profits. No credit given. Stores of the Society close at 6 P.M. on Thursday. Employees receive 10% of total profits.