Tax Plan Deliberations Halted By War Funding Debate
Parliament debates a broad income tax scheme to fund the war, weighing landed tax, exemptions, and a new levy on incomes. Critics warn of oppression and unequal burdens, while supporters argue it avoids heightened duties on honest earners and aids Europe’s relief.
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Agricultural Report for November 1798 Providence Harvest
The report notes a favorable November with harvests near completion. Autumn corn is sown and in the ground, wheats are up and growing well. Ploughing labors are uninterrupted, fallows prepared for spring sowings, turnips robust, and potatoes plentiful, good, and reasonably priced.
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