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Tariff Debate Sparks It Versus Lumber Interests
A fragmented speech by Cushman critiques protectionism as a wage or prosperity barometer. He argues lumber from Nebraska should be free, recalling past railway work and contrasting infant industries with protected timber products. He highlights disparities in tariffs on mules, poultry, and local lumber to question the protectionist stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cushman
Kinkaid
Nebraska
Balsam
Jerusalem
Eack
Peter