Tariff Commission aims to shape postwar economic policy
The article outlines the 1916 act creating the six member tariff commission, its terms, leadership by Taussig and Roper, and the broad powers to investigate customs law effects, tariff relations, international treaties, dumping, and foreign competition. It emphasizes strong qualifications and intent to guide readjustments after the war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tariff Commission
Senate
Civil Service Commission
F. W. Taussig
Harvard University
Daniel C. Roper
David J. Lewis
Maryland
William Kent
California
William S. Culbertson
Federal Trade Commission
Edward P. Costigan
Denver
United States
House of Representatives
Committee On Finance
Congress
Commission
Powers and limits of the tariff commission debated
The article outlines the commission’s investigatory powers and cooperation with other government departments, the ability to study the Paris Economy Pact, and the limits on tariff setting. It argues the commission can inform congress with scientific tariff data while tariff legislation remains with lawmakers. It also notes permits for intoxicating beverages and a column urging Colville residents to buy locally to boost employment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commission
Treasury Department
Department of Commerce
Federal Trade Commission
Europe
State of
Washington
Earle T. Gatesway
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RICH
Jeweler and
Opticia
Colville
Stevens County Power & Light Co
Stevens County
P. E. Dingle
Frank Kostka
Colville, Washington
Colville Abstract CO
TopNoch Flour Mills
the Tariff Commission
E. C. Richardson
The
Mall Order House
State Treasury
State Board of Control
Board of Control
United States Geographic Board
Mt. Ranier
Tacoma
Mt. Tacoma
Spokane
Columbia River
Great Northern
Brewster
Pateros
Grand Rapids
Kettle Falls
C. 8. Miller
A. BE. Davidson
W. H. Gatward
Miller Navigation Company
Kelso
Columbia
Davidson
Browater
Great Northern Railroad
Keller District
C. Miller
Sloan
Merchant's Show Windows
Frank B. Goetter
CAMN
Chiropractic
Daugetor
Colville Wash
Benson Iva Thar
Wash
Colville Land CO
Sells Land
Colville Bank
Ncolville Land Co. O.N M
McFarland M
Ates
W. C. Koppe
HOTEL
Touraine
Nokane
Toffice
New Monroe Street
I. Avenue
Wm. Snow
R. H. Snow
Eou
Phonograph
Colville Furniture Exchange
A. Carriker
Mapleine
Crescent Mfg. CO
Seattle
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