J. E. Johnston, Savannah, [Ga.], to John W. Johnston, n.p., 1876 May 24
Scope and Contents
Economic discussion of the Hawaiian Treaty which will remove the rice tariff, and how it will affect the rice farmers in South Carolina, Georgia, and Louisiana; concern over land losing its value and people being forced out of work; alludes to North/South disputes over the problem, stating that the planter will be "unable to stand up under the burden imposed upon him for the benefit of Northern manufacturers"; asks him to vote against the treaty and to relay the same messages to Col. [Robert W.] Withers. 1 p. ALS.
Dates
- Creation: 1876 May 24
Creator
- From the Collection: Johnston, Joseph Eggleston, 1807-1891 (Person)
Language of Materials
English
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Extent
From the Collection: 3.00 Linear Feet
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository