Folder 1

Scope and Contents From the Collection: This collection is comprised of correspondence and clippings on the topics of tariffs on tobacco, sugar, metal, silk, and other items of trade—especially those affected by proposed Spanish American and Mexican treaties.The documents in the collection cover the pros and cons of the Spanish American and Mexican Treaties, specific tariffs, opposition to monopolies, and a few miscellaneous topics. Rep. James gave a speech in the House of Representatives entitled "Prosperity the...