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The Monitor Urges Opposition to a Trade Increasing Intemperance
A long critique condemns a proposed trade measure for worsening immorality and social decay. It cites the church and dissenting ministers as failing to speak out, warns of divine wrath, and argues cheap spirits threaten labor, health, and national bread. The piece frames the issue as a public crisis requiring united remonstrances to avert desolation and famine.
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