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In 1789, America was faced with a debt of $79 million, equivalent to about $2.4 billion today. The cause? The Revolutionary War (1775–1783).
Treasury Secretary Alexander Hamilton (1757–1804) suggested that the federal government assume the debt and pay it off through various taxes, like the Excise Whiskey Tax, which passed in 1791.
The legislation taxed domestic and imported alcohol, and it was immediately unpopular in areas like western Pennsylvania. Due to its structure, small producers like grain farmers often had to pay as much as 9 cents ($2.73 today) per gallon, while larger, dedicated distilleries paid as little as 6 cents per gallon ($1.82 today).
Despite the tax, farmers produced whiskey for a number of reasons. Due to the war’s impact on alcohol importation, it was difficult to acquire foreign spirits like rum. Meanwhile, beer was hard to store and transport across the Allegheny Mountains. In contrast, whiskey made from local corn kept well and allowed farme
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Flasher claim
Ionel Sara-Lates allegedly struck at locations in Luncarty on May 11 and 15.
The 34-year-old, from Spittalfield, made no plea during a brief private hearing at Perth Sheriff Court. He was released on bail.
Boozy Cow
James McRae, 39, of Balgavies Avenue, and 33-year-old
Troy McRae, of Dunarn Street, Newtyle, assaulted Scott Lawrence at The Boozy Cow, Roseangle, on August 24 2019.
Both men admitted repeatedly punching Mr Lawrence on the head and body to his injury.
Neither man was present when the case called at Dundee Sheriff Court but guilty pleas were tendered on their behalf by solicitor.
Green Yard and Garden Tips
Green Yard and Garden Tips
No pesticides are used to maintain this
garden of shrubs and perennials.
Herbicides, whether applied by themselves or in the form of weed and feed products that combine fertilizer and herbicide in one application, can easily run off into streams and lakes miles away and can migrate into groundwater supplies in areas of porous soils. Making small changes in how we care for our yards and manage outdoor pests can help protect water resources.
Reduce Pests in Your Yard Naturally
How to Reduce Weeds
Weeds move into lawns when conditions favor their growth over that of turf grasses.