Address on the Silver Question: Before the Providence Board of Trade, Thursday, January 14, 1886 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Explore a pivotal 1886 address on money, value, and policy that challenged silver coinage and shaped financial debate.
This historical examination presents Edward Atkinson’s perspective on bi-metallism, the fate of the silver dollar, and the future of America’s monetary system. Readers will gain insight into the arguments, risks, and consequences discussed by a Boston businessman and advocate as he speaks to leaders in Providence about currency, commerce, and national prosperity.
The book gathers Atkinson’s thorough analysis of why silver was valued, how legal tender interacts with money, and what it means for industry, taxation, and daily life. It frames economic policy in the late 19th century by weighing competing views and offering a methodical critique of proposals to sustain silver at a fixed standard. The result is a lens on how monetary standards influence markets, politics, and the everyday experiences of workers and business people.
- Clear explanation of silver vs. gold standards and the concept of bi-metallism.
- Arguments about the impact of coinage policy on industry, taxation, and commerce.
- Historical perspective on how language and law shape money and legal tender.
- Discussion of the broader economic and political consequences of monetary choices.
Ideal for readers of economic history, policy debates, and 19th‑century American finance.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the contentious history of the silver dollar in the United States, examining the intense debate that has surrounded its place in the monetary system. The author meticulously explores the complex economic, political, and social forces that have shaped the value and perception of the silver dollar over time. The book places the silver dollar within the broader context of the nation's monetary system, tracing its origins, fluctuations, and the controversies that have accompanied its use. It delves into the economic theories and historical events that have influenced the value of silver, shedding light on the complexities of monetary policy. The author analyzes the arguments of both proponents and opponents of the silver dollar, providing a comprehensive understanding of the diverse economic and ideological perspectives that have shaped this debate. The book explores the arguments for and against a silver-based currency, examining the impact on inflation, trade, and the overall health of the economy. This book offers valuable insights into the intricate relationship between currency, politics, and the economic well-being of a nation. It is a timely and informative examination of a topic that has played a central role in American financial history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781528407588_0
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