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Alton Spectator

Location

Alton, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jul 13, 1837

Page

3

Town Ordinance Tightens Licenses For Alton Merchants

An Alton town ordinance requires all merchants and vendors within the corporate limits to obtain a license and pay annual fees. Licenses cover sales of goods, real estate, and other items with commissioned board oversight and reporting. penalties include fines up to three hundred dollars.

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Meeting on Abolition Sparks Tumult at Market

A disrupted gathering yesterday evening discussed abolitionism led by Rev. E. P. Lovgier. The debate touched on free speech and social tensions as opposing views clashed in the Market setting.

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