The East Indies Trade Ruining English Manufactures
A correspondent argues that foreign goods from the East Indies drain Britain’s wealth and damage domestic industry. He cites India imports, ship fleets, and the India Company’s influence as causing factory closures in Manchester, Bristol, and Liverpool while draining duties and provoking war. He urges prevention of foreign manufactures to protect England, Scotland, and Ireland.
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Bread regulation argued as essential public policy
A historical piece defends government price controls on bread, claiming bread’s central role in life justifies regulation to prevent exploitation by bakers and maintain peace. It argues ancestors fixed prices tied to wheat quality and production, noting bread’s value in crowded cities and the need to curb excess.
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Bread reform debate over whole wheat and whitened loaf
In a Parliamentary era call to restore bread made from all the wheat, the writer condemns whitening and adulteration by bakers, alum, and old flour. He argues for genuine flour bread, warns of poverty from waste and high prices, and cites health and infant impacts. He urges consumers to demand bread from entire wheat to preserve nutrition and economy.
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A Lively Country Maid Seeks a Worthy Suitor
In a browning era voice, a lively country maid boasts modest charms and honest heart. She imagines no fortune, beauty, or polish, yet longs for a youth of fame and noble mind to share a name and life.
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