Tariff Proposals Hit Brass Pewter and Zinc, Exposed
The Cincinnati Commercial urges defeat of the new tariff bill favored by Ways and Means. It condemns proposed duties on brass and bronze at 45 percent, pewter at 3 cents per pound, silverware taxes, and sharp increases on zinc and related metals, arguing the measures burden manufactures and homes without clear revenue need. The piece cites broad industry impact and calls for scrutiny before the House acts on the 15th instant.
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Radical Senator Attacks Democrats in Senate Debate
During a Senate debate on the 20th ali, Mr. MorRILL of Vermont delivered a sharp attack on the Democratic Party, contrasting its record with Republican claims. Mr. Lauissury of Delaware replied, denouncing the radical partisan railing and defending the Democrats. The exchange touched on rebellion, emancipation policy, and the party’s long history of governance.
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The New Tariff Swindle Debate Over A Rising Bread Tax
A historic critique denounces proposed tariffs raising zinc, goat skin, and oatmeal duties, arguing for tariff reduction. The piece condemns 2 cent per pound zinc duty and 1 cent oatmeal tax as onerous, comparing to 1870 London prices and citing English breadlaw echoes. It frames the tariff plan as an outrageous protectionist push.
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England
Radical shifts in congress and court disputes noted
The text reports on ousters of two Democrats Green and Foster to install two radicals Van Wyck and Covode. It quotes Dawes on contested seats decided by party interests, Payne condemning the elections committee, and claims of Republican control through carpetbaggers and manipulated majorities. It then discusses a court reversal attempt on legal tender notes and mentions Pope Pius IX’s claimed Masonic ties per Fra Paolo Sarpi.
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Cincinnati Gazette
Revels Excites Attention at Washington Appearance
The lion of Washington Revels drew notable interest as he arrived in a suit of black cloth cut long and clerical in style with lilac gloves and a cane. Sumner and others greeted him warmly, while Revels remained calm amid the cordial but patronizing reception from Thayer Chandler Howard Cameron Warner Spencer Drake and Howe.
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Vanderburgh Republican Convention Critics Call For Rigid Economy
The Vanderburgh County Republican Convention at Evanaville last Saturday selected delegates for the State Convention on the 22d. Led by Mr Wu. Herman the chair declared the party's mission near completion. Resolutions praised Grant and oppose prohibition tariffs while urging naval fiscal restraint and endorsing Dawes’ policy. The body also supports voting for HorrMAN as Secretary of State and KesCHEVAIL for Treasurer.
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Henpricks speaks at Democratic mass meeting in Lafay ette Square
The Times reports Hon. T. A. Henpricks former Indiana senator addressed a New Orleans Democratic mass meeting at Lafay ette Square last Sunday. His manner was calm and earnest, with simple, direct speech valued for its common sense and timely counsel to the Democracy.
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