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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1901
Page
5
The Supreme Court ruled Porto Rico was not a foreign country for tariff purposes when duties were collected before and after the Foraker act. The court held the duties were illegal and ordered them returned, while outlining differing judicial approaches and noting undecided Dooley and diamond ring cases pending.
In Sidney Nebraska on May 27 the President and Cabinet received a telegram from Solicitor General John Richards saying the Supreme Court had decided the insular cases in accord with the administration. The brief message offered no details but signaled a government victory many cabinet members cheered while others declined to comment before reading the full opinion.
A fragmentary 19th century note references a New York case on state duties and a transport dispute. The court held duties were assessed, listing a fee of 15 dollars and noting Atlas and Foraker figures in the evaluation. The brief mentions Sumanto and summer terms, with references to the United States and the court system.
The court’s ruling, supported by Justices McKenna and Shires, states the United States is part of the matter and not separate, reversing the lower court’s conclusion and aligning with the higher court’s interpretation of jurisdiction and involvement.
The piece argues against violent purgatives for constipation noting they irritate the stomach and worsen the condition. It advocates a laxative that moves bowels without pain, cleanses the stomach, sharpens appetite, nourishes the liver, strengthens nerves, purifies blood, and tonifies the whole system.
An old advertisement touts Laxakola as a universal tonic and laxative claiming it cleanses the liver kidneys stomach and nerves, cures debility, and provides a gentle speedy treatment. It markets Lasayole goat tonic as a superior family remedy combining laxative and tonic effects at a low price.
A Mass State Board of Agriculture worker from 255 Highland Ave Boston reports seven years of backache and kidney issues improved after taking Dean's Kidney Pills. He buys a box and a half with full recovery. Sold by all dealers at 50 cents. Koster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents. Remember the native Dean's.
A dissent by Justices McKenna Shiras and White argues Porto Rican goods were taxable before the Foraker act and that Porto Rico was not clearly a domestic or foreign entity. They cite United States v Rice Fleming v Gibbs and American Insurance v Carter to show complex relations between territory and U.S. law. The majority’s view is said to force a sweeping conclusion about territorial status and revenue powers.
The Brown opinion examines whether Puerto Rico is part of the United States for uniform duties and territorial governance. It traces Dred Scott principles, notes Congress and Supreme Court practice on territories, and discusses implications for rights of island inhabitants under the Constitution and future statehood or independent government.
Justices debate whether Porto Rico was incorporated into the United States when ceded, ruling that while not foreign in international terms the island remained domestic and not uniformly subject to US constitutional provisions until Congress acts. Justice Gray supported the majority on the Downes case, noting military governance precedes civil rule.
In a landmark ruling the Court held Porto Rico remains a territory not part of the United States for revenue purposes. The case against Collector Bidwell of New York tested duties paid under protest on goods from San Juan arriving November 1900, tying it to the Foraker Act and federal authority.
Justice White delivers an opinion after Justice Brown's Dawes decision with Shiras and McKenna concurring in the decree. They question whether the provision aligns with Congress power and whether the Downes case should be sustained, reflecting split views on the responsible interpretation.
A minority of nine Justices delivers a dissent led by Chief Justice Fuller with Harlan Brewer and Peckham joining. They argue Congress lacks power over newly acquired territories beyond the Constitution, deeming the Foraker Act unconstitutional and asserting Porto Rico’s status as nonsovereign under federal taxes.
Harsh claims of a permanent cure for piles are challenged by medical experts, who warn against unverified remedies. The flyer touts Dean's Ointment as a guaranteed solution and urges immediate use to end suffering.
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