Protective Duties and Home Industries in Early Debate
Jeriat Bonham argues that protecting American manufactures and home labor is essential to maintain employment, diversify industries, and raise wages. He traces tariff policy from Washington through Polk, warning that a tariff for revenue harms domestic industry and empowers England, urging defense of the United States industrial base.
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Jeriat Bonham
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Democratic Party
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Adams
Jefferson
Madison
Monroe
J. Q. Adams
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van Buren
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J. K. Polk
Pierce
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Commonwealth
Protection for labor and national industry in tariff policy
A lengthy editorial argues for defensive duties on imports to protect American labor and industry. It contends high wages at home sustain production, warns against foreign competition, and outlines the broader economic impact of tariff protection on employment, capital, and real estate.
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Imporia
United States
England
Sparland, Ill
Memorial Day address from Gen Palmer urges solemn observance
The GAR chief Gen John Palmer issues Memorial Day instructions urging posts to hold solemn services and crown all graves with flowers. He condemns frivolity, calls for reverent observance and unity of purpose across posts and departments.
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John Palmer
G.A.R
John A. Logan
Hood's Sarsaparilla Promoted as Blood Purifier
An advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a superior blood purifier and system tonic. It claims to cleanse the body of impurities, improve health, and prevent disease with unmatched medicinal merit.
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Hood
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