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Dixon's civic economy and home printing pride in 19th century
A Dixon editorial critiques local merchants and banks for buying Chicago and foreign printing, urging home industry and fair prices. It links economic virtue to community strength, praising Sterling's success and stressing mutual support, public spirit, and local enterprise.
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Adam Smith
Dixon
Lord Macaulay
Herbert Spencer
Mallock
Chicago
Cedar Rapids
Clinton
Sterling
Rochelle
Rockford
London
New York
Distillery
Keystone Company
Mr. Galt
Sterling Gazette
Lee County