Charles Sumner: “A proper tax on two articles, whiskey and tobacco, with proper…”

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A proper tax on two articles, whiskey and tobacco, with proper securities for its collection, would go far to support the Government.

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Massachusetts

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He suggests that a proper tax on whiskey and tobacco could significantly support government finances.

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Charles Sumner: “A proper tax on two articles, whiskey and tobacco, with proper securities for its collection, would go far to support…”