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Fragmented 18th century scrolls and prints debate costs
A Norwalk ledger fragment discusses the cost of printing a public documents volume under old vs new laws. It details composition rules, tokens, and pages, comparing state printer charges to Scott’s proposed method. Also includes political commentary on tariffs and Buchanan-Clay era intrigues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Locofoco
Aégzer
Medary
Coombs
Buckette Eagle
Charles Scott
Scott
General Assembly
Averé
Star
Swhich Mn Scott
Alt. Scott
Buchanan
Clay
Gen. Jackson
Mr. Clay
Mr. Buchanan
House of
James Buchanan
House
United States
Washington
Br. Letcher
Gallatin
Buchat
Mr Clay