History of Tariff Legislation Through U S Time
Washington 1897 overview traces tariff policy from 1789 to the present, noting protective measures under Washington and later Republicans, the failures of low tariff eras, and the push for a new protective tariff under McKinley. It discusses economic effects, industry growth, and political timing for tariff enactment and passage.
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Washington, D. C
Congress
United States
Eearamieet
Aise
Sarin
Lincoln and tariff debate on protection and revenue
The article outlines Abraham Lincoln's endorsement of a protective tariff and internal improvements, discusses ad valorem versus specific duty methods, cites McKinley era rates, and notes historical patterns from 1789 to 1812 including effects on agriculture, commerce, and manufacturing while referencing presidents Adams Jefferson Madison Monroe and Harrison.
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Tyler
Carey
Custom House
Abraham Lincoln
Iers
Congress
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Jefferson
Madison
Monroe
Great Britain
Ple
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England
United States
Blaine Skepticizes Gladstone on Home Market Prices
James G. Blaine argues the Western farmer benefits from a large home market and suffers price drops as the home market narrows, claiming practical insight outmatches theoretical philosophy. The remark contrasts economic policy with agrarian realities in the era.
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Mr. Gladstone
James G. Blaine
Tariff policy sparks political shifts and economic downturn
The Walker revenue tariff of 1846 reduced duties to revenue levels, provoking claims of free trade harm. After external factors boosted apparent prosperity, the repeal and low duties led to widespread business ruin, job losses, and declining exports. In 1857 the Southern Democracy further cut rates to roughly 15 percent, prompting continued debate over protection versus free trade.
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Congress
George Washington Continues Efforts Noted in Sequence
A fragment references George Washington urging ongoing efforts and eligibility in a sequence of actions. The text suggests persistence and policy alignment as a core goal, though specifics are unclear.
Two Kinds of Democrats in the Bryan Altgeld Section
An Exchange notes two irreconcilable Democrats, dividing forces within the Bryan-Altgeld faction. The piece argues only two major parties exist in the country and hints at internal discipline and political alignment within the section.
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Bryan-Altgeld
I. Bryan
Bryans 1900 Platform Attacks Bryanist Trade War
A fragment notes Bryan's 1900 platform and his faulted critique of banks. It accuses him of generalizing from exceptions and portraying opponents as anarchists, while urging the party to chart a future without delay. The passage argues his rhetoric harms industrial and commercial peace.
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Bryan
Pro silver debate and industry notes stir monotone
The article discusses free silver rhetoric, Bryanism, and tariff policy while noting revived operations at Bethlehem and carpet mills in Lowell. It cites anticipated wheat prices, American growth, and contrasts bimetallism with free coinage, urging practical work, savings, and home industry support.
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Bryan
Ohio
Jackson
Smith
New York
Lowell Carpet Lis
Lowell
Mass
Massachusetts
South Carolina
Bethlehem
Ords
Ere
Ashington
McKinley
England
United States
Eean
Jefferson
Lincoln
Moderate tariff calls for protection not excess rush
The New York Commercial Advertiser notes tariff hearings show general moderation among petitioners with Wool Growers' Association seeking adequate protection. It highlights that sheep farmers suffer from past free-wool losses, are often small-scale, and expect fair duties rather than prohibitory rates.
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New York Commercial Advertiser
Wool Growers’ Association
Dingley
Tex
United States
Bank failures blamed on mismanagement and local factors
The Macon Telegraph notes that recent regional bank failures are attributed to bad management rather than systemic collapse. It cites the Smith & Mills plant employing about 3,500 workers and references national headlines about carpet mills, suggesting a cautious return to stability amid ongoing worries.
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Solidale
Smith Ca Mills
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Atlanta Constitution
Yonkers
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