This historical document, "Law and Regulations Relating to the Production, Importation, Manufacture, Compounding, Sale, Dispensing, Or Giving Away of Opium Or Coca Leaves, Their Salts, Derivatives, Or Preparations," offers a crucial glimpse into the early days of drug regulation in the United States. Published January 15, 1915, by the Internal Revenue Service, it details the legal framework surrounding opium and coca leaves, substances that were increasingly coming under scrutiny.
The text provides insight into the legislation intended to control the production, import, and distribution of these substances, reflecting a pivotal moment in the history of American drug policy. This document is invaluable for researchers, historians, and anyone interested in understanding the origins of contemporary drug laws and their enforcement.
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