Nation must regulate interstate commerce through federal power
Historic statement argues for strong national control over big corporations and railroads. Central thesis: regulate and supervise to protect public welfare, with national government extending authority beyond states to oversee interstate commerce and ensure fair practices. Emphasizes cooperation between federal and state bodies in enforcing laws.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trades Union
Commonwealth
England
Wee Nee
Congress
Department of Justice
Interstate Commerce Commission
Railroads
Railway Commission
National Interstate Commerce Commission
United States Supreme Court
Transmissouri
Joint Traffic Association
Supreme Court
The Sherman Law and Modern Corporate Power
The text argues for stronger federal oversight of interstate business while preserving lawful combinations. It urges targeted antitrust reform, mandatory accounting disclosure, and a federal bureau of corporations to curb abuses, protect investors, and stabilize the economy without eradicating corporate activity.
National Control of Big Business Faces Urgent Reform
A detailed proposal urges federal chartering and licensing to curb monopolies, with strong emphasis on federal state cooperation, transparent publicity, and protective measures for investors. It argues for executive administration over antitrust enforcement, calls for emergency currency tools, and notes revenue steadiness under the current tariff law while signaling future tax law revisions.
The Tariff and Taxation Philosophy Outlined
A discussion asserts the protective tariff should remain and be reviewed every dozen years to balance revenue and foreign trade. It endorses a federal income tax with caution and favors a strong inheritance tax, arguing progressive rates and international practice to equalize opportunity while preserving private property and avoiding socialist disruption.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Court
Great Britain
France
United States
Lincoln
Interstate Commerce and the Virtue of Self Reliance
A fragment discusses the national virtue of self reliance and independence in initiative. It notes the need to conserve this virtue and provide for its fullest exercise while ensuring it does not become a liberty to infringe on others. The text warns that the lack of all breeds undermines liberty.
The Currency Reform Debate in a Congressional Message
A year ago I urged currency reform as evidence grew that current laws fail to meet business needs. Fluctuating call money rates, high credit costs, and speculative funds have burdened commerce. proposed changes must avoid disrupting rights while preserving U.S. securities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
National Bank
Secretary of the Treasury
New York
United States
Treasury
Pi Cicnssant Bankera
Busisiess
Cult de Per
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Bureau of Corporations
Cevil
Isis
Inaw
West
Canada
Chicago
District of Columbia
Territories
Panama Canal
Interstate Commerce
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