The Currency-specie Payments: Speech In The United States Senate, January 28, 1874

By Thomas Francis Bayard

Book Overview

This is the speech of Thomas Francis Bayard delivered in the United States Senate on January 28, 1874, concerning currency and specie payments. Bayard, a prominent senator of his time, addresses the critical economic issues of the era, focusing on the importance of specie payments and their impact on the nation's financial stability.

In this carefully transcribed record, Bayard's arguments provide valuable insight into the economic debates that shaped post-Civil War America. This speech offers a detailed examination of the legislative considerations surrounding monetary policy and the challenges of maintaining a sound financial system during a period of significant economic transformation. It remains a valuable resource for those studying American economic history and the evolution of U.S. monetary policy.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 127818130X
• ISBN13: 9781278181301
• Release Date: March 2012
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 36 Pages
• Weight: 0.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.1" x 9.2"