Cigar man on trust reform
The author of this article argues that the United States Supreme Court is working with the American Tobacco Company to dissolve the illegal company but, in allowing a new company to be created, are forming a monopoly that will drive out independent retailers from the tobacco industry. To avoid the scandal and lawsuits that will come if the Supreme Court continues on their path, the author suggests the Supreme Court request a full inventory of the assets of all the companies forming the new trust and verify all stocks and bonds under the companies, especially the American Cigar Company, are covered. The second suggestion made is to make coupons illegal because the issuance of coupons runs independent retailers out of business.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1911-12-21
