A reply to the Statements of Hon. Samuel Hooper, in a pamphlet fancifully entitled “A defence of the merchants of Boston,” which justify the Wine Frauds of J.D. & M. Williams and the official misconduct of Timothy B. Dix, and Asperse the character of “John Z. Goodrich, ex-collector of customs.”
Boston: Rockwell & Rollins, printers, 1867. Pamphlet. 44p., wraps. 9.25 x 5.75 in. Minor chips to covers, repaired. Old vertical fold. Paper toned, but otherwise Very Good.
A customs officer defends his conclusions after investigating allegations that importers of French wines were undervaluing their products in order to avoid paying tariffs.
Cat.No: 309801
Price: $18.00
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