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The Fence Debate and Tariff Tales From Town to Iowa
In a long speech a speaker argues for protective tariffs and warns against free trade, tracing fiscal eras from 1812 to 1894. He compares prices and wages, cites historical tariffs, and labels the Iowa idea a risky return to lean years. The piece weaves tariff history with a plea for protection and cites local county expense details.
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Virginia
A. Hamilton
Iowa
McKinley
Dingley
Hamilton
Congress
Harrison
Walker
Rider & Beneworth
Wilson- Gorman
N Ature
Martin van Buren
Buchanan
Carlinville, Lll
Alonie
Vale